Australian Super funds return 4.5% pa over decade

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AUSTRALIA - Australia's biggest Super funds have returned an average of just 4.5% a year over the past decade as a result of the global credit crisis, figures reveal.

Research by SuperRatings found the majority of funds earned a median of almost 11% in the year to June 30, although fee payments would ensure that most members receive under 10% for the 2009/10 fin...

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