Growth Option
Objectives
- To achieve investment returns that exceed inflation* by at
least 3.5% per year over most rolling five-year periods. - To provide members with good prospects for long-term
growth in their superannuation
General investment mix
Mostly invests in ‘growth’ assets like shares and listed property, with a small investment in cash and bonds.
Target investment allocations (Strategy)
- Australian shares 37%
- International shares 25%
- Growth alternatives 15%
- Defensive alternatives 12%
- Direct property 8%
- Fixed interest 2%
- Cash 1%
Each asset allocation may vary by +/- 5%
Risks
Likelihood of a negative return no more than 9 years in 35 years.
Designed for members who have more than 5 years to retirement, or are planning to retire over the next 5 years but who still plan to invest their money for many years beyond this time to provide for their retirement needs.
*As measured by the Consumer Price Index
