Industry
20 funds in five years: Fairley’s consolidation prediction
Rising pressure on underperforming funds could see only a handful remaining in the near future, as the trend of consolidation gathers pace, experts say.
Ben HurleyJuly 23, 2021
Equip Super
Industry
Mega-dozen shows merging means diverging as super funds consolidate
After recent mergers and if further planned mergers proceed, Australia’s superannuation landscape will consolidate to 12 funds with assets under management of more than $50 billion each, the data shows.
Stewart HawkinsJune 16, 2021
Operations
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
Operations
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
Investment Strategy
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
Roundtables
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
People Moves
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