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Superannuation

Here's the average Australian superannuation balance at age 50

| James Mickleboro

Are you on track for a comfortable retirement? Let's dig into the numbers.

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AustralianSuper sticks with US stocks despite recent turmoil

| Bronwyn Allen

AustralianSuper’s head of international equities says they won't be shifting focus to Europe.

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Superannuation and Wealth: The path of Australia's top earners

| Zach Bristow

Here's the latest findings.

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How do super funds manage volatility?

| Sebastian Bowen

Volatility can be scary, but it isn't always bad.

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How much superannuation do you really need in retirement?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see if you really need $1 million for a comfortable retirement.

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Is my superannuation on track?

| Bronwyn Allen

Here's how much superannuation you should have at your age right now to fund a comfortable retirement later.

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How is superannuation taxed in Australia?

| Aaron Bell

Want to add or withdraw from your super? Here’s how you will be taxed. 

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How much superannuation do I need to retire at 60 in Australia?

| Aaron Bell

Looking to retire at 60? Here’s a guide on how much super you might need.

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Recent Superannuation News

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Are you contributing enough to superannuation for your income bracket?

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

Many Australians across income groups are boosting their super with personal contributions.

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Is the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS) outperforming your super fund?

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

There is a reason why Warren Buffett recommended an index investing.

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Is your super balance growing fast enough to keep up with rising living costs?

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

Superannuation funds generally make an annual return of 7% over long term.

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What are the average returns for balanced superannuation funds?

| Sebastian Bowen

Chances are your super is invested in a 'balanced' fund.

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Is my superannuation balance on track for my age?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is your super fund on track?

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Superannuation growth funds on track to deliver 9% returns in FY24

| Bronwyn Allen

Chant West says resilient share markets have driven strong superannuation investment returns in FY24.

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Superannuation and tax changes starting next week

| Bronwyn Allen

Your Superannuation Guarantee payment will rise and Stage 3 tax cuts will fatten your pay packet from 1 July.

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Superannuation

Which stocks are rising in popularity among self-managed superannuation investors?

| Bronwyn Allen

Superannuation provider Vanguard says there has been a "shift in asset allocations" within SMSFs this year.

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Maximising superannuation: Are you losing out due to 'poor asset allocation'?

| Mitchell Lawler

Does your superannuation reflect the way you want to be invested? It might be time to double-check.

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Saving tax through superannuation: What you need to know

| Bronwyn Allen

One in two Australians may be missing out on thousands of dollars in tax savings, new research shows.

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Should you pay down your mortgage or add to superannuation?

| Bronwyn Allen

Got extra income? Damien Klassen from Nucleus Wealth explains how to decide what to do with it.

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Want a $2 million superannuation fund? Here's how I'd aim to build one with exactly $400 per month

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's my take on how to maximise your super fund.

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Retiring soon? Top 5 choices Aussies make with their superannuation money

| Bronwyn Allen

The choices include converting your superannuation into a regular income stream or taking a lump sum.

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Building a bigger superannuation fund could reduce your tax bill in FY24

| Sebastian Bowen

Did you know that giving extra cash to your super can save you tax?

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3 reasons it's a very bad idea to draw down on your superannuation early

| Sebastian Bowen

Withdrawing even a little from super will cost you a lot...

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Here's the average wealth of Aussies who manage their own superannuation

| Bronwyn Allen

There are just over 600,000 self-managed super funds in Australia with 1.15 million members.

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If you were born in the 1970s or later, your superannuation is delivering the best returns

| Bronwyn Allen

A KPMG report shows lifecycle superannuation products for young people have outperformed.

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Why invest? Here's what's motivating baby boomers and young Australians

| Bronwyn Allen

New research shows most Australians are actively investing outside superannuation for many reasons.

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AMP shares lower amid industry 'wave' of superannuation payouts to baby boomers

| Bronwyn Allen

New APRA figures show a surge in superannuation benefits paid in lump sums and pensions.

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'All-growth' superannuation funds return nearly 10% in 10 months

| Bronwyn Allen

Expert says superannuation funds are delivering healthy returns in FY24 despite share market volatility.

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What's the average Australian superannuation balance at age 30 in 2024?

| Sebastian Bowen

The average super balance at age 30 might shock you.

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Here are 2 changes to superannuation in the Federal Budget

| Bronwyn Allen

In case you missed them...

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Can your superannuation deliver you a $1 million retirement?

| Tristan Harrison

The nest egg is essential for future financial security.

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5 ways to get more money into your superannuation by June 30

| Bronwyn Allen

With about 6 weeks to go until the end of the financial year, it's time to start thinking about tax…

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Is your superannuation keeping up with the cost of living crisis?

| Tristan Harrison

Superannuation is an integral asset. How is inflation affecting things?

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6 ways young investors can boost their superannuation

| Bronwyn Allen

Young Australians' investment preferences are influencing their superannuation strategies and outcomes.

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Why I'd buy high-yield ASX dividend shares for superannuation in retirement

| Tristan Harrison

High-yield ASX dividend shares can make a lot of sense in retirement.

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Top ASX shares to buy for your superannuation fund in May 2024

| Motley Fool Staff

Is your super working hard for you?

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Guess how many Australians know their superannuation balance?

| Bronwyn Allen

We reveal how much you need in superannuation to properly enjoy your retirement.

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Retirement

Will you need to keep working after retirement?

| Bronwyn Allen

Two-thirds of Australians say they plan to continue working beyond their retirement age.

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Is the Bank of Mum and Dad now expanding to superannuation?

| Bronwyn Allen

Three in four Australians are planning to give some of their superannuation as an inheritance to loved ones.

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Retirement

Australians overestimate how much they need in retirement: report

| Bronwyn Allen

A new survey shows Australians think they need $1.6 million to retire.

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Which asset class are self-managed superannuation funds abandoning in favour of shares?

| Bronwyn Allen

And which ASX stocks are the most popular among SMSF investors?

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Which ASX shares I'd buy in a superannuation fund for passive income

| Tristan Harrison

I’d definitely buy these ASX shares for income in superannuation.

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How much superannuation is enough to retire comfortably in 2024?

| Bronwyn Allen

We reveal exactly how much a comfortable retirement costs per year.

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Superannuation

Why superannuation funds love these 3 ASX 200 shares 

| Kate O'Brien

Superannuation shares can offer stability, dividend income, and the prospect of capital growth.

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Where do Australian self-managed superannuation funds invest their money?

| Bronwyn Allen

More than 1.1 million Australians have a self-managed super fund. We analyse their investment choices.

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Here's the difference topping up superannuation in your 20s can make to your wealth

| Tristan Harrison

How much richer can we be by adding a bit more money in superannuation?

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1 BIG reason your ASX shares could be underperforming your superannuation

| Sebastian Bowen

Have you checked your superannuation balance recently?

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What's the average superannuation balance at retirement in Australia?

| Bronwyn Allen

Is it enough to fund the decades ahead?

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