Sun, 14th Sep 2025

The latest Weekly Superannuation News Wrap discusses concerns around unlicensed financial advice in the property investment sector, with Professional Investor's Council of Australia and Financial Advice Association highlighting its potential illegality and misinformation risks. Australian superannuation funds are bolstering support for financial advisors through strategic partnerships and digital tools, potentially improving retirement outcomes for over 2.4 million ART members. The evolving role of advisers is also noted, as clients now value behavioural coaching above investment selection. AustralianSuper CEO, Paul Schroder, urges super funds to offer comprehensive support beyond returns, hinting at AI-powered personalized advice. Sequoia has proposed that those affected by Shield and First Guardian could seek compensation through their superannuation fund's reserves, potentially setting a new precedent in fund management.