See how your Super stacks up against the best performers
Summary
Bec Wilson and Ian Fryer analyze 2025-26 super fund performance, highlighting a 9.5% median return driven by international tech stocks. They advise against chasing short-term winners, emphasizing long-term consistency and the importance of comparing funds by asset allocation rather than marketing labels. The discussion covers index versus active management, lifecycle fund risks, and the critical need for retirement planning support.
Topics discussed
Introduction: Judging super fund performance and marketing noise
2025-26 growth fund returns and historical context
International shares vs Australian market performance
Lifecycle funds, de-risking, and retirement longevity
Top performing funds and the importance of 10-year data
Long-term stability vs short-term volatility
Comparing apples to apples: Fund labels and risk categories
Advice for younger investors and handling market downturns
The value of financial advice and retirement planning tools
Index funds vs actively managed options performance
Future expectations and final tips on fund selection
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