Industry funds and unlisted assets deemed ‘dynamic duo’

Industry funds remain at the forefront of the unlisted asset class, with their strong investment appetite for unlisted infrastructure, property, and private credit showing no signs of diminishing, a new report has shown.

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Coalition’s home buyer scheme may undermine super returns, professionals warn

The proposal to allow first home buyers to access their super could significantly harm super funds’ investment strategies and retirement outcomes, particularly for smaller funds, according to professionals.

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eToro expands into superannuation space with $80m deal

The trading platform has announced its acquisition of Australian investing app Spaceship as it seeks to include superannuation offerings in its portfolio.

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HESTA nabs AMP compliance exec

The super fund has appointed a new general manager to enhance its compliance framework and practices.

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Rest welcomes experienced business leader to its board

The fund has announced a new director to succeed Sally Evans, who departed the fund earlier this year.

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Industry funds still dominate, but retail closes the gap

While industry funds maintain their lead in Australia’s superannuation market, retail funds have been showing signs of recovery.

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Super’s growing influence may amplify economic shocks

A professional has warned that the growing influence of superannuation funds on Australia’s economy could present increasing risks, after the RBA outlined a similar sentiment in its latest Financial Stability Review.

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AustralianSuper appoints inaugural chief liquidity officer

The newly created role has been described as a “significant step forward” in the fund’s evolution as a major global investor.

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ART, State Super, MAM divest majority stake in Queensland Airports

Australian Retirement Trust, State Super, and Macquarie Asset Management have announced the sale of their interests in the regional airport operator.

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Fund managers that super funds trust most revealed

Morningstar’s latest report has shed light on super funds’ appetite for external managers amid a growing internalisation trend.

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