Australian Shares
This option is designed for members who are prepared to accept an aggressive asset allocation which has the potential of providing higher returns, but also increases the risk of a negative return.
Key information
Investment objective
Outperform the S&P/ASX Accumulation 300 Index over rolling 5-year periods.
Strategy
Invests in companies, usually listed or expected to list on the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX).
Benchmark asset allocation
100% Australian equities. This option aims to remain fully invested in Australian equities. However, due to timing differences and the need to generate cash flow requirements for member transactions, it may from time to time hold some cash and cash equivalents (up to 15%).
Minimum investment timeframe
The minimum suggested timeframe to invest in this product is 5 years.
Standard risk measure
The risk level of this option is very high, with a likelihood of negative returns occurring 6.5 years in a 20-year period.