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The performance of the US economy and Artificial Intelligence (AI) continue to be key drivers of the investment environment. The US economy has weathered the impact of a significant increase in tariffs in 2025 well. It is currently growing at a moderate underlying pace (around 2%), with core inflation on the high side of the US Federal Reserve’s 2% target.

For many Australians approaching or entering retirement, one of the biggest decisions is what to do with their super. It can be tempting to withdraw your balance and move it into other investments, like a term deposit, a standard bank account or even an investment property.

When people think about retirement, they often picture the early years – finishing work and having more time for hobbies, travel and family. There may also be practical considerations, such as getting the mortgage paid off or adjusting to not receiving a regular wage.