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Self-managed  Invest

Our approach to investing is driven by our strong, diverse and proven investment beliefs. We’re not afraid to be different to other investment managers and super funds. That’s why our investment portfolio looks different – and performs well.

1. They should be well-diversified to produce returns and reduce risk.
2. They should provide a healthy income stream from a range of sources to support returns, given our expectations for low capital growth across asset classes going forward.
3. They should focus on active management, because in a low-return world, any additional returns that can be generated by actively selecting assets and managing risk will be highly valuable.
4. Each of our six investment options follows its own distinct investment strategy and is designed to help your clients achieve a certain investment objective for the level of risk they prefer.

1. They should be well-diversified to  produce returns and reduce risk.
   
2. They should provide a healthy income stream from a range of sources to support returns, given our expectations for low capital growth across asset classes going forward.
3. They should focus on active management, because in a low-return world, any additional returns that can be generated by actively selecting assets and managing risk will be highly valuable.
4. Each of our six investment options follows its own distinct investment strategy and is designed to help your clients achieve a certain investment objective for the level of risk they prefer.

Our goal is to deliver the best retirement outcomes for our members and investors – this responsibility guides every decision we make. We undertake:

‍Active ownership
We use our position to positively influence company behaviour and performance, which helps contribute positively to long-term returns.

‍Building Australia’s future
We invest in unlisted assets that help to build and provide important infrastructure and services that directly contribute to our members’ standard of living and way of life. As one of the largest Australian investors in venture capital, we also invest in a range of assets that aim to change the world for the better - in areas including medical therapies, alternative food sources, collaborative tech, robotics and clean energy – while aiming to deliver future investment returns for our members.

‍Climate change
We take climate change and its associated risks very seriously and in line with both the science and financial regulation, incorporate climate change factors into all aspects of the investment process in a way that is consistent with delivering the best retirement outcomes for our members.

ESG integration
We consider environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors as part of our annual strategic asset allocation process and in setting investment objectives. As part of the investment manager selection and review process, we work with JANA to review each investment manager’s ability to integrate ESG risks and opportunities into their investment decision-making process. We do this to protect and optimise our members’ investments over the long term.