Sun, 11th Jan 2026

In this week's Weekly Superannuation News Wrap, Paige Estritori provides a comprehensive update on the Australian superannuation sector. She addresses the potential postponement of the superannuation guarantee increase to 12% due to post-pandemic economic struggles, and outlines the arguments held by lawmakers regarding the effects this could have on businesses. Policy changes to the Retirement Income Covenant are also mentioned, aiming to better protect those in declining health, although debate on their effectiveness continues. The upcoming merger of SuperFund A and SuperFund B announces their mission to provide better value for members in response to the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority's call for fewer, stronger funds. Finally, the overall strength of the super sector as of December 2025 is discussed, with a focus on the impressive performance of domestic shares. Paige encourages regular check-ins on accounts to ensure retirement savings are optimized.