Equip Super

Media Super entertained other shared services tie-ups, more deals like this to come

Funds will be watching closely recent deals that consolidate back office and investment operations but preserve brand and team identities as more shared service tie-ups get aired with boards.

Matthew SmithJuly 20, 2020

COVID-19 triggers new merger talks

Several new potential mergers have emerged since the outbreak of the coronavirus after market turmoil placed further pressure on super funds.

Sarah JonesMay 1, 2020

Equip Super and Catholic Super join forces: Looking for more partners

Equip Super and Catholic Super have joined forces in a landmark $26 billion deal and signalled a willingness to link up with other superannuation funds.

Elizabeth FryOctober 21, 2019

Smaller super funds say staying niche is critical

The super industry’s smaller players claim that niche growth strategies, agility and superior member engagement will increase their chances of survival as the sector moves to consolidate.

Elizabeth FrySeptember 25, 2019

Equip Super and Catholic Super name new investment chief

The merger of Equip Super and Catholic Super is unlikely to alter the joint venture's investment strategy since the funds' asset allocation mix is similar and there is a huge overlap in investment beliefs, says Anna Shelley, CIO of the merged entity.

Elizabeth FryAugust 26, 2019

Investment Strategy

Equip Super and Catholic Super to merge in landmark deal

Equip Super and Catholic Super will merge their operations in a $26 billion deal ahead of a full merger by 2020 in a further sign of consolidation in the $2.65 trillion super industry.

Elizabeth FryMay 1, 2019