Industry funds to challenge traditional active managers

New research indicates that industry superannuation funds are poised for significant growth, posing a challenge to traditional active managers.

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Jane Hume to speak at Australian Wealth Management Summit 2024

The Shadow Minister for Finance will join distinguished speakers at the inaugural Australian Wealth Management Summit.

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Super funds take a step back from Woodside and Santos

Australia’s top 30 superannuation funds have been slowly reducing their exposures to the oil and gas producers in the last two years as more members demand greater climate action, according to new analysis.

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Levy warns of dual duties for super funds providing advice

QAR lead Michelle Levy says there are conflicts between a super fund acting as a trustee and providing advice.

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Super on PPL sheds doubts on amendments to $3m super tax

The passing of the motion to allow superannuation to be attached to paid parental leave is a “nail in the coffin” for any major changes to the proposed $3 million super tax, according to an industry expert.

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Levy proposes super funds aid retirees in home purchases

The QAR lead has argued that super funds should help retirees purchase a home, noting that this would be more beneficial than receiving a pension.

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Retirees’ cost crunch grows amid rising insurance premiums

The budget needed to fund a comfortable retirement has increased to more than $70,000 in the December quarter amid high insurance, food, and electricity prices, according to the Association of Superannuation Funds Australia.

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Grattan proposes ‘cash out’ option for super contributions

The Grattan Institute believes Aussies should be given the opportunity to “cash out” a portion of their compulsory superannuation contributions each year.

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HESTA taps Citi executive for senior investment role

The $82 billion fund has appointed a new head of investment execution.

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Aged care and super policies shouldn’t be considered in isolation: SMSFA

The industry body has outlined why policies on aged care and superannuation must be considered within the broader retirement and retirement income ecosystem.

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