Investment and economic outlook, March 2025

latest forecasts for investment returns and region-by-region economic outlook

Advisers should be aware of signs of elder abuse in SMSF structures

SMSFs are a structure that can heighten and exacerbate issues around elder abuse, a leader in the aged care sector has said.

SMSFs hold record levels of cash and property

SMSFs are holding record levels of cash despite an interest level drop in February, according to ATO data.

Trustees warned on early access

The ATO has warned trustees they will be held accountable for members who access super without meeting a legitimate condition of release.

The Largest Empires in the World's History

Check out the Largest Empires in the World's History

All the documents, fact sheets and downloads to do with this year’s 2025-26 Federal Budget

 Federal Budget 2025-26 – Papers and Fact Sheets 

Winners and Losers - Federal Budget 2025-26

 Treasurer Jim Chalmers has handed down his fourth federal budget, laying the groundwork for a federal election campaign that could be called within days. 

Building Australia's future and Budget Priorities

 Building Australia's future and Budget Priorities 

Four SMSF breaches high on the ATO’s radar

The Tax Office is actively targeting SMSF trustees over a range of super breaches. Home ownership is still the great Australian dream for many people.