What happened
Research firm Chant West reported that the median growth superannuation fund gained 0.9% in August, bringing total returns for the first two months of FY27 to 1.1%. Performance was lifted by international developed market shares, which gained 2.5% in hedged terms, alongside a 1.6% rise in Australian equities driven primarily by gains across the resources sector.
Why it matters here
Despite ongoing economic uncertainty and persistent inflation, default MySuper funds are maintaining returns above long-term target benchmarks. Chant West noted that median growth funds have achieved an average annual return of 8.0% since compulsory superannuation began in 1992, well ahead of the historical 2.7% inflation rate and the standard CPI plus 3.5% target.
What to watch
Evolving global equity market trends and local central bank monetary policy updates as super funds navigate ongoing inflation risks through the second half of 2026.
Source
adviservoice.com.au