The purpose of the net benefits table is to study the difference in accrued superannuation savings between the average industry fund and the average retail master trust over various working periods and various levels of superannuation saving levels.
Background
The Accumulation Net Benefit model and comparisons are modelled by Super Ratings, commissioned by Aware Super (previously First State Super). It uses a complete list of funds including all Master Trusts, Industry funds, Corporate and Government funds tracked by SuperRatings. The universe of industry funds and the universe of master trusts are to be reasonably comparable.
Information about the model
- The model uses Aware Super’s main pre-mixed Investment option, which is the High Growth investment option and is compared against investment options with 77% to 90% growth assets
- The sample set used in the modelling contains Aware Super and the retail super funds with a 7, 10 and 15 year performance history which are actively tracked by Super Ratings.
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| 7 year | 10 year | 15 year | |
|---|---|---|---|
| # of RMT options | 91 | 53 | 13 |
| # of NFP options | 66 | 60 | 51 |
| All funds | 157 | 113 | 64 |
- The model assumes no additional contributions, other than Superannuation Guarantee, or withdrawals over the relevant comparison period.
- The net benefit refers to the cumulative investment earnings less fees for the relevant comparison period. The net benefit excludes the starting balance and the sum of all contributions.
- The model will be updated and reviewed periodically.
Key assumptions used in the model
Starting balance
Starting balance $50k.
Salary
Starting salary $50k, with a wage increase of 3.5% per annum.
Investment Returns
Performance (Net Benefit) modelling is based on actual reported returns over the stated period.
When are investment returns credited to members’ accounts?
Income is paid at the end of every year (i.e. compounded annually).
Superannuation Guarantee Contribution
The Superannuation Guarantee rate used for each year's calculation is in accordance with the Superannuation Guarantee (Administration) Act. The modelling assumes no salary sacrifice or voluntary contributions.
Contribution tax
15%.
When are contributions assumed to be made?
Contributions are made quarterly in arrears (i.e. the first contribution is made 3 months after joining fund).
When are fees assumed to be deducted?
All fees (asset-based admin fees, investment fees and member fees) are deducted from the account at the end of each period (year).
Tax rebate
Explicit costs deducted from members’ accounts (e.g. member fee) is subject to a 15% tax allowance.
Inflation
2.5% per annum.
Fees
Actual fees and investment returns assumed as return provided by product issuer or disclosed in documents. Fees and returns are as at 30 June for each year of the comparison. Any contribution fees, entry fees, exit fees, and/or additional adviser fees are excluded from the default position of this model.
Insurance
No deductions are made for insurance premiums.