Global markets are currently experiencing more volatility, largely due to geopolitical developments and US trade policy. So what does this mean for your super
Hear from host Shane Hancock and AustralianSuper’s Head of Asset Allocation, Alistair Barker, as they discuss how market volatility can affect your super balance, the benefits of staying invested, and why it’s important to think about the long term.
Helpful resources
Market volatility: australiansuper.com/market-volatility
Understanding the risks of switching:australiansuper.com/investments/investment-articles/2021/10/understanding-switching-risks
Your advice options: australiansuper.com/advice
Risk profile tool: australiansuper.com/risk-profiler
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Investment returns aren’t guaranteed. Past performance isn’t a reliable indicator of future returns.
In relation to the AustralianSuper Balanced option (Super) – long-term performance over 20 years to 31 March 2025:AustralianSuper investment returns are based on crediting rates, which are returns less investment fees and costs, transaction costs, the percentage-based administration fee deducted from returns from 1 April 2020 to 2 September 2022 and taxes. Returns don’t include all administration, insurance and other fees and costs that are deducted from account balances. Returns from equivalent investment options of the ARF and STA super funds are used for periods before 1 July 2006. Investment returns aren’t guaranteed. Past performance isn’t a reliable indicator of future returns.
Before adding to your super, consider your financial circumstances, eligibility, contribution caps that may apply, tax issues and when your super can be accessed. We recommend you consider seeking financial advice.
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