In recent years, lifetime annuities have sat at the margins of financial advice - niche, complex to advise on, and often left on the periphery. Read more

The superannuation contribution cap increases will provide significant advice opportunities this financial year and next. Read more

BNP Paribas believes partnerships among pension funds, insurers, banks and asset managers will grow in 2026, especially in private markets. Read more

Is the super system failing vulnerable members? Read more

This paper explores ASFA's approach to estimating the lump sum value required to maintain a certain spending level in retirement. Read more

CPI-linked lifetime annuities offer predictable, inflation-protected retirement income for life. So, how do the new Innovative Retirement Income Stream products compare and what are the key differences? Read more

The UK government is proposing to consolidate the size and operations of defined contribution and local authority pension funds. This paper puts a spotlight on how 'megafunds' work in Australia. Read more

In the move from a defined benefit retirement model to a defined contribution model, the question remains: Will employees have enough money to afford retirement? Read more

With the continuing growth of defined contribution (DC) pension plans around the world, it is critical that policies and principles are developed to ensure that retirees from these DC plans receive the best retirement outcome possible. Read more

The most common condition of release to access superannuation is 'retirement' upon reaching preservation age. Read more