The rating system designates financial products under the categories of Highly Recommended, Recommended, Investment Grade, Fund Watch, Redeem and Screened Out. These ratings reflect Lonsec’s degree of conviction in the financial products’ ability to generate risk adjusted returns in line with relevant objectives.
The Highly Recommended rating indicates that Lonsec has very strong conviction the financial product can generate risk adjusted returns in line with relevant objectives. The financial product is considered a preferred entry point to this asset class or strategy.
The Recommended rating indicates that Lonsec has strong conviction the financial product can generate risk adjusted returns in line with relevant objectives. The financial product is considered an appropriate entry point to this asset class or strategy.
The Investment Grade rating indicates that Lonsec has conviction the financial product can generate risk adjusted returns in line with relevant objectives. However, if applicable, Lonsec believes the financial product has fewer competitive advantages than its peers.
The Screened Out rating indicates that Lonsec currently does not have conviction that the financial product can generate risk adjusted returns in line with relevant objectives. The financial product currently has insufficient competitive advantages relative to its review peer group (if applicable).
The Fund Watch rating indicates that no new investment into this financial product is recommended. A significant change has occurred with the financial product and a detailed assessment of the change is needed and / or series of rectifying actions required prior to this rating being changed.
The Redeem rating indicates the financial product is no longer considered worthy of investment for any time period and investors should immediately redeem units from the financial product, subject to seeking financial advice.
The Approved rating indicates that Lonsec believes the financial product can generate risk adjusted returns in line with relevant objectives. If applicable, the financial product provides an adequate means for investors to gain exposure to the underlying assets.
The Not Approved rating indicates that Lonsec believes the financial product cannot generate risk adjusted returns in line with relevant objectives. If applicable, the financial product does not provide an adequate means for investors to gain exposure to the underlying assets.
A best value for money superannuation fund that is well balanced across all key assessment criteria – investments, fees and charges, insurance, member servicing and administration in a robust, secure and proven governance / risk framework. These funds provide features that should assist most individuals meet their retirement goals.
A good value for money superannuation fund that is strong in nearly all assessment areas but with average features and / or performance in one or more of our assessment criteria.
A reasonable value for money superannuation fund that is performing well in a number of assessment areas but with average or below average features and / or performance in a number of other areas of our assessment.
An Other rated fund usually has average or below average features and / or performance across a number of assessment areas. These funds frequently have many competitors that offer superior performance and structures in a more efficient environment.
Drawn from the Lonsec rated universe, this award seeks to recognise products or issuers who have challenged the status quo.
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2020 Vanguard
Drawn from the Lonsec rated investment options this award seeks to recognise qualitative aspects of the investment team and portfolio construction.
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2020 Sunsuper for Life (Balanced Fund)
Seeks to recognise and highlight the work of asset managers and key players incorporating ESG.
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2020 Ausbil Active Sustainable Equity Fund
Important information: Any express or implied rating or advice is limited to general advice, it doesn’t consider any personal needs, goals or objectives. Before making any decision about financial products, consider whether it is personally appropriate for you in light of your personal circumstances. Obtain and consider the Product Disclosure Statement for each financial product and seek professional personal advice before making any decisions regarding a financial product.