Economic policy can no longer ignore the macroeconomic impacts of Australia's superannuation system and the emerging policy implications, writes Tim Toohey....
In an age where climate concerns and social consciousness dominate headlines, it's no surprise that investors are increasingly seeking investments that align with their v...
How profit-for-member superannuation funds can embed 'commerciality with a heart' and marry a member-first culture with commercial outcomes....
A joint APRA-ASIC report has taken aim at super funds’ Retirement Income Covenant strategies. The answers involve a tech upgrade to offer more tailored support, says Andr...
With many super fund members passing away with funds unallocated, there is an opportunity for change to allow them to direct their super to charitable organisations, writ...
The role of the superannuation system is continuing to transition from a focus on accumulating for retirement to helping retired members draw down income from those savin...
AMP's Edwina Maloney on possible unintended consequences from the government's update to Your Future, Your Super performance test....
With five million Australians approaching retirement, now is the time for them to be seeking financial advice or guidance and their super funds can play a part in providi...
It’s safe to say you don’t have to be working in finance to experience a growing sense of unease, writes Glen Foster....
Defining super is a good start, but delivering retirement income is the best outcome, writes Adrian Stewart....
Since 2017 we have had a transfer balance cap regime that limits the amount that can be transferred from accumulation phase to retirement phase pension accounts....
The superannuation sector is going through a golden era of fund mergers but negotiation and execution can be challenging....
Many Australians fear running out of money so how can employers and super funds help ease these worries?...
Renewed interest in tax-aware investing is being driven by superannuation funds committed to delivering the best outcomes for members and succeeding on their Your Future,...
Superannuation trustees have a role to play in financing the transition to renewable energy and the recent case of the AGL demerger demonstrates this power....
Sustained inflows into private capital are placing growing pressure on operational infrastructure that is struggling to keep pace with investor appetite....
A legislative amendment intended to benefit superannuation fund members has unintentionally left some worse off because of actions taken by trustees and court decisions...