EPISODE · Dec 15, 2024
Mon, 16th Dec 2024
from Superannuation News Wrap · host Paige Estritori
In this week's superannuation news wrap, Paige Estritori highlights key industry events. Younger Australians are increasingly focusing on superannuation, with a survey revealing that many are exploring diversified investments and shares, using tools like the Super Projection Calculator to plan for a secured financial future. A transformative partnership between Morningstar and SuperAPI is poised to revolutionize data access for Australia's super funds, aimed at streamlining employer processes, and enhancing decision-making. The year 2024 is anticipated to render high returns of 11.4%, driving super fund balances beyond $4 trillion, attributed to strong international equity markets. Lastly, proposals to tax large superannuation withdrawals aim to ensure a sustainable retirement income, with thresholds set at $250,000 for lump sums, and $150,000 annually for pensions, spurring industry debate.
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In this week's superannuation news wrap, Paige Estritori highlights key industry events. Younger Australians are increasingly focusing on superannuation, with a survey revealing that many are exploring diversified investments and shares, using tools like the Super Projection Calculator to plan for a secured financial future. A transformative partnership between Morningstar and SuperAPI is poised to revolutionize data access for Australia's super funds, aimed at streamlining employer processes, and enhancing decision-making. The year 2024 is anticipated to render high returns of 11.4%, driving super fund balances beyond $4 trillion, attributed to strong international equity markets. Lastly, proposals to tax large superannuation withdrawals aim to ensure a sustainable retirement income, with thresholds set at $250,000 for lump sums, and $150,000 annually for pensions, spurring industry debate.
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