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Cost-of-living continues to rock retirement confidence

MATTHEW WAI  |  MONDAY, 24 FEB 2025
... Australians, the CFS Rethinking Retirement report found that 64% of retirees are currently able to enjoy a comfortable retirement, down from 71% a year ago. More than three-quarters of retirees say their pension payments are being absorbed by essential ...

Senate calls to overhaul super fund boards

ELIZA BAVIN  |  FRIDAY, 14 FEB 2025
... millions of Australians. "Instead of proposing reforms to close the gendered retirement gap and guarantee a comfortable retirement for every Australian, the Coalition is only interested in dismantling Australia's world-class retirement system." The ...

Advice take up falls amid decade-low retirement confidence

MATTHEW WAI  |  FRIDAY, 15 NOV 2024
... is despite the retirement funding gap having also widened to 31% - the perceived income required for a comfortable retirement sits at $4200 per month but the expected income in retirement is just $2900 per month. Moreover, although super fund remains ...

Commonwealth Super reports strong investment performance

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  THURSDAY, 7 NOV 2024
... "While 2023-24 was another strong year from an investment performance viewpoint, we know that planning a comfortable retirement requires more than just a healthy savings balance," he said. "With our recently launched RIS, CSC is proud to be evolving ...

Trust in advisers reaches new high: Survey

KARREN VERGARA  |  WEDNESDAY, 2 OCT 2024
... Overall, clients said their advisers add value in three core areas: helping build a realistic plan for a comfortable retirement, getting the most out of a financial situation, and reducing financial stress. Russell Investments estimates that financial ...

Growing super balances show more work to be done: ASFA

MATTHEW WAI  |  MONDAY, 16 SEP 2024
... returns, are game changers for super fund members. More Australians than ever are set to enjoy a dignified, comfortable retirement, and the future of retirement savings has never looked brighter," Delahunty added. The COVID-19 early release program is ...

CSC launches series of retirement options

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  FRIDAY, 23 AUG 2024
... face-to-face guidance. "We know three-quarters of contributing CSC customers are already on track for a comfortable retirement. This strategy will further enhance these outcomes with tailored support before, during, and after retirement," Nettheim said. ...

Cost of 'comfortable retirement' increases again: ASFA

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  WEDNESDAY, 21 AUG 2024
The cost of a comfortable retirement increased by about 1% last quarter, with couples aged 65 now needing $73,337 per year, and singles requiring $52,085, according to the latest data from the Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA). ...

Trend among young Aussies highlights need for affordable advice

ELIZA BAVIN  |  MONDAY, 29 JUL 2024
... vulnerable to cybercrime and exploitation that threatens their superannuation balances and consequently a comfortable retirement." The research also found that Australians in all age cohorts are underserviced with financial advice. Delahunty said increasing ...

ART executive takes lead super role at Insignia

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  THURSDAY, 25 JUL 2024
... Insignia Financial. "At a time where Australians are increasingly relying on their superannuation to deliver a comfortable retirement, I am looking forward to delivering innovative solutions, with great superannuation and retirement products," he said. ...