Local Government Super tops AODP rankings
Local Government Super is the world leader for disclosure on climate risk, while Australia ranks fifth for asset owner disclosure overall.
Make or buy? Many decisions for super’s new value chain
Whether or not a super fund is better off outsourcing its back-office investment operations is not as straightforward as it used to be.
Green bonds’ appeal rooted in finance as well as ethics
Green bond pioneer says the appeal of the asset class is robust and widespread enough to survive US President Trump’s climate scepticism.
Extend CGT relief on fund rollovers to spur super mergers
KPMG’s Dana Fleming calls on the government to dump its plans to scrap the capital gains tax relief on super fund mergers in the May budget.
Jim Craig to chair AustralianSuper investment committee
The country’s largest industry super fund has named former Macquarie banker Jim Craig the new independent chair of its investment committee.
Strategies for closing women’s super gap to dominate Summit
Women enter retirement with, on average, super balances barely half those of men. The Women, Super and Wealth Summit will address this.
Climate policy uncertainty must end: ACSI’s Louise Davidson
If Australia is going to make the transition to a low-carbon economy, the government must outline a clear way forward.
IMCA hunting for new Australian chief
Mark Thomas is set to depart IMCA as the peak body for investment consultants looks for a new Australian boss.
Let’s get down to evidence-based public policy: Colin Tate
Both major political parties have contributed to important financial services reform in recent years but that work must continue apace.
Super’s gender gap won’t survive an engaged youth brigade
The entire sector must dedicate itself to teaching girls financial independence with tools that make it accessible and easy.
Retirement income projections best way to boost engagement
Pension phase experts have singled out placing retirement income projections on statements as a top priority for improving member outcomes.
The chief retirement income officer may be in super’s future
As the super industry becomes more sophisticated at delivering pension options, we could see the chief retirement income officer emerge.
