Fri, 8th Aug 2025

In this episode, host Paige Estritori covers various topics in the Australian superannuation sector. She discusses the anticipated Division 296 reforms set to heighten transparency among superannuation Trustees, with a focus on providing market-based evidence for asset valuations. Meanwhile, MySuper funds celebrate their highest annual return of 10.6% since 2021, showcasing their resilience and strategic investments in face of market turbulence. The Financial Services Council has recruited personnel from the Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia, heating competition in the market. In merger news, TelstraSuper and Aware Super discuss potential collaboration, which could cause industry changes if successful. Lastly, Estritori highlights an improvement in the gender gap in superannuation savings with the superannuation guarantee raised to 12%. The episode wraps up promising more superannuation news next week from Financial Services Online.