A market bounce in March has supported super fund performance, with the global economy maintaining a reasonable degree of momentum. However, inflation concerns continue to mount as consumers face cost pressures. The Reserve Bank of Australia kept rates on hold at a low of 0.1% citing ongoing inflation challenges and uncertainty due to the war […]
Markets continue to display volatility, with the invasion of the Ukraine heightening already elevated geopolitical tensions and supply chain pressures around the world. Leading superannuation research house SuperRatings estimates that the median balanced option fell by 0.8% in February. However, over the financial year to date members have seen an estimated return of 1.4% for […]
We initially developed our tests of tomorrow following the Royal Commission to gain insight into the areas which may be focused on, should such an industry overhaul occur again, and we have continued to review and adjust these over time. Our suite of tests includes inactive account transfers, disclosure of fees, insurance and investment risk, […]
Super fund performance was impacted in January following a turbulent month for domestic and global equities, as rising inflation concerns, and looming rate hikes added to investors’ worries. Supply shortages relating to COVID-19 have put upward pressure on input costs for companies around the world. As a result, we have seen the price of goods […]
Super fund performance continued to recover over the second half of 2021, with results for the 2021 calendar year indicating member accounts are likely to receive a windfall of over $400 billion. 2021 was another big year for super, with the median Balanced option seeing a return of 13.4% return for calendar year 2021 and […]
Analysis by SuperRatings has shown that paying attention to how your superannuation is invested pays dividends. SuperRatings has tracked the returns of the most common super options over the past 10 years with the results displayed in the chart below. SuperRatings Executive Director, Kirby Rappell, says “A balance of $100,000 in Nov 2011 invested in […]
SuperRatings is excited to announce its top-rated KiwiSaver schemes for 2022. The market continues to be extremely competitive, with fees and performance being key drivers of changes in ratings outcomes over the year. Eight providers were awarded a ‘Platinum’ rating for 2022. SuperRatings’ assessment criteria considers five key factors, including investments, fees, member servicing, scheme […]
October was another positive month for superannuation, as confidence was high, in anticipation of lockdowns lifting and the economy opening up further. According to SuperRatings’ data, the median balanced option rose an estimated 0.7% in October, with the median growth option rising by a similar amount. While the median capital stable option was flat returning […]
The assessment of performance of superannuation funds has gained traction over the past month, with the release of the government’s first superannuation performance test findings. When deciding to switch funds, it is easy to be swayed by investment returns, but there are other considerations that are as important. SuperRatings CEO Kirby Rappell says ‘Superannuation is […]
The 2021 financial year saw a rapid recovery from the economic downturn, followed by ongoing growth as confidence soared on the back of the development of COVID-19 vaccines. This led to the hope of a return to a more normal lifestyle, with superannuation funds riding the market highs to deliver some of the best returns […]
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