Super funds weigh in on Australia’s $3.4bn nuclear investment problem
Australia’s super funds have invested approximately $3.4 billion in nuclear weapons companies, with only a few funds, like Hostplus, making significant divestments.
AUTHOR
Jessica Penny
Institutional investors continue to explore opportunities amid M&A slump
A new report suggests that while economic and geopolitical uncertainties are weighing on overall M&A activity, instos are still seeking opportunities.
AUTHOR
Rhea Nath
Rhea L Nath is a journalist on Super Review and InvestorDaily, with a focus on funds management, superannuation, and institutional investment. Previously, she covered small business and entrepreneurship news at Dynamic Business and multicultural issues at Indian Link Media Group. In 2022, she was named Young Journalist of the Year at the NSW Premier’s Multicultural Communications Awards.
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.
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.
AUTHOR
Rhea Nath
Rhea L Nath is a journalist on Super Review and InvestorDaily, with a focus on funds management, superannuation, and institutional investment. Previously, she covered small business and entrepreneurship news at Dynamic Business and multicultural issues at Indian Link Media Group. In 2022, she was named Young Journalist of the Year at the NSW Premier’s Multicultural Communications Awards.
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.
AUTHOR
Rhea Nath
Rhea L Nath is a journalist on Super Review and InvestorDaily, with a focus on funds management, superannuation, and institutional investment. Previously, she covered small business and entrepreneurship news at Dynamic Business and multicultural issues at Indian Link Media Group. In 2022, she was named Young Journalist of the Year at the NSW Premier’s Multicultural Communications Awards.
HESTA nabs AMP compliance exec
The super fund has appointed a new general manager to enhance its compliance framework and practices.
AUTHOR
Rhea Nath
Rhea L Nath is a journalist on Super Review and InvestorDaily, with a focus on funds management, superannuation, and institutional investment. Previously, she covered small business and entrepreneurship news at Dynamic Business and multicultural issues at Indian Link Media Group. In 2022, she was named Young Journalist of the Year at the NSW Premier’s Multicultural Communications Awards.
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.
AUTHOR
Rhea Nath
Rhea L Nath is a journalist on Super Review and InvestorDaily, with a focus on funds management, superannuation, and institutional investment. Previously, she covered small business and entrepreneurship news at Dynamic Business and multicultural issues at Indian Link Media Group. In 2022, she was named Young Journalist of the Year at the NSW Premier’s Multicultural Communications Awards.
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.
AUTHOR
Jessica Penny
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.
AUTHOR
Rhea Nath
Rhea L Nath is a journalist on Super Review and InvestorDaily, with a focus on funds management, superannuation, and institutional investment. Previously, she covered small business and entrepreneurship news at Dynamic Business and multicultural issues at Indian Link Media Group. In 2022, she was named Young Journalist of the Year at the NSW Premier’s Multicultural Communications Awards.
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.
AUTHOR
Rhea Nath
Rhea L Nath is a journalist on Super Review and InvestorDaily, with a focus on funds management, superannuation, and institutional investment. Previously, she covered small business and entrepreneurship news at Dynamic Business and multicultural issues at Indian Link Media Group. In 2022, she was named Young Journalist of the Year at the NSW Premier’s Multicultural Communications Awards.
