Allegations of misconduct by one of Australia's most powerful trade unions have triggered an investigation into the governance models of Cbus and BUSSQ, two mega industry super funds.
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The former CEO of Australia's second largest pension fund, Bernard Reilly, will lead Perpetual's transformation into a standalone asset manager.
As IFM Investors and other major Australian superannuation giants fuel optimism about sustainable aviation fuel, the industry grapples with costs and supply woes.
Australia's consolidation-focused superannuation model offers a blueprint for overhauling UK's fragmented pensions.
Over the last decade, exchange traded funds (ETFs) have transformed Australia's investment landscape. As these financial instruments multiplied, one economist stepped up to demystify them for the average investor.
Dutch pension fund manager PGGM plans to allocate 30-35% of its global portfolio to residential assets. Australia's burgeoning build-to-rent (BTR) sector is set to receive a huge chunk of this allocation.
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission's decision to ramp up scrutiny of private markets has sparked debate, raising questions about whether increased oversight is necessary.
Faced with a legal obligation to disclose portfolio carbon emissions, Australasian state funds and Asian institutions voice doubts over data accuracy yet underscore the importance of Scope 3 reporting.
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UniSuper's strategic enhancement of its private credit holdings is indicative of a significant super industry shift towards seeking higher, diversified returns in a challenging financial environment.
This is the fund’s first direct investment in an Australian toll road, but indications are that it won’t be the last.
Despite the growing interest from other superannuation funds in niche private credit sectors, Australian Retirement Trust remains disciplined in its focus on core segments like corporate direct lending and asset-backed credit.
With a large allocation to unlisted assets, the Australian Retirement Trust’s CIO says the fund takes a proactive approach to managing its liquidity risk to ensure it meets its obligations.
