Investment and economic outlook, February 2026

latest forecasts for investment returns and region-by-region economic outlook

Super versus trusts: What is the best option with Div 296?

Super used to be clearly the “best” option due to low tax rates but the increasing complexity of things like Division 296 tax, compliance risk, and death benefits tax is narrowing that advantage, a top specialist said.

Are downsizer contributions losing steam?

Tax Office data shows fewer people used its super scheme in 2024-25

AI use needed with proper safeguards

The SMSF Association has suggested practitioners servicing the sector must equip themselves with more than just technical knowledge in an era of rapid technological change to provide a robust advice proposition to clients.

Rare and vanishing: Animals That May Go Extinct Soon

Check out which animals are on the brink of extiction and If we don't act now, they could vanish forever.

Missed SG exemption may not be problem

Failing to exempt an employer from SG contributions may not be critical for some superannuants if it does not alter their tax position.

ASIC targeting high-pressure sales and inappropriate advice

ASIC has highlighted that one of its main focus points in 2026 will again be high-pressure sales tactics and inappropriate financial advice.

Investment and economic outlook, January 2026

The latest forecasts for investment returns and region-by-region economic outlook

Australians not underspending their super

Drawdowns from super are now typically higher than the minimum amounts required, according to new research from the Super Members Council.

Don’t confuse contribution with roll-over when using proceeds from small business sale

Proceeds from the sale of small business using the 15-year CGT small business exemption is not a rollover to a superannuation fund, but rather a contribution.