Australian Ethical Super | Performance, features and fees

Australian Ethical Super performance and fees

Members will automatically be invested in the Balanced option initially, and will be able to switch investment options at any time after joining the fund.

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Promoted Finder Score 8.2 Great Australian Ethical Super - High Growth EthicalHigher risk	Finder Score 8.2 Great	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +11.4%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) +13.32%	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) +11.24%	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) +9.3%	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $748	This is a high-risk, high-growth option that invests in Australian and international shares, property and alternatives to provide long term growth.	Go to siteMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 9.2 Excellent Australian Ethical Super International Shares EthicalHigher risk	Finder Score 9.2 Excellent	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +17.84%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) +19.24%	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) +13.58%	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) +10.29%	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $668	This option aims for high growth, with a higher risk profile, by investing in international stock markets.	Go to siteMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 8.4 Great Australian Ethical Super Australian Shares EthicalHigher risk	Finder Score 8.4 Great	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +5.08%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) +11.99%	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) +9.23%	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) +9.96%	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $783	Go to siteMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 8 Great Australian Ethical Super Balanced Ethical	Finder Score 8 Great	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +9.4%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) +9.96%	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) +7.56%	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) +7.34%	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $618	Go to siteMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 7.1 Great Australian Ethical Super Growth EthicalHigher risk	Finder Score 7.1 Great	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +10.45%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) +11.46%	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) +9.21%	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) +8.17%	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $723	Go to siteMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 5.7 Standard Australian Ethical Super Conservative Ethical	Finder Score 5.7 Standard	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +5.46%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) +5.39%	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) +2.39%	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) +3.32%	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $568	Go to siteMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 9.4 Excellent Australian Ethical Allocated Pension - International Shares EthicalHigher risk	Finder Score 9.4 Excellent	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +19%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) +20.91%	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) +14.45%	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) +10.9%	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $673	ContinueMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 9.2 Excellent Australian Ethical Allocated Pension - Growth Ethical	Finder Score 9.2 Excellent	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +11.5%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) +12.75%	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) +9.94%	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) +8.78%	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $723	ContinueMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 8.6 Great Australian Ethical Allocated Pension - Australian Shares EthicalHigher risk	Finder Score 8.6 Great	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +5.29%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) +13.02%	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) +9.86%	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) +10.59%	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $788	ContinueMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 8 Great Australian Ethical Super MySuper - Balanced Ethical	Finder Score 8 Great	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +9.4%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) +9.96%	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) +7.56%	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) +7.34%	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $618	ContinueMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 7.4 Great Australian Ethical Allocated Pension - Balanced Ethical	Finder Score 7.4 Great	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +8.39%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) +9.31%	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) +6.43%	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) +6.69%	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $618	ContinueMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 7.3 Great Australian Ethical Super - Defensive Ethical	Finder Score 7.3 Great	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +3.93%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) +3.76%	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) +2.2%	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) +1.65%	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $293	ContinueMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 6.4 Standard Australian Ethical Allocated Pension - Conservative Ethical	Finder Score 6.4 Standard	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +5.84%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) +6.03%	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) +2.62%	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) +3.68%	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $573	ContinueMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 6.2 Standard Australian Ethical Allocated Pension - Defensive Ethical	Finder Score 6.2 Standard	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +4.53%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) +4.32%	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) +2.52%	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) +1.9%	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $293	ContinueMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading

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The information in this table is based on data provided by SuperRatings Pty Limited ABN 95 100 192 283, a Corporate Authorised Representative (CAR No.1309956) of Lonsec Research Pty Ltd ABN 11 151 658 561, Australian Financial Services Licence No. 421445. In limited instances, where data is not available from SuperRatings for a product, the data is provided directly by the superannuation fund.

*Past performance data and fee data is for the period ending September 2025

What are the key features of Australian Ethical Super?

• Ethical investments. All investments by Australian Ethical Super are focused on sustainability, clean energy, waste management and recycling, health and responsible banking. The fund avoids investments in coal seam gas, weapons and tobacco.
• Choose from seven pre-mixed funds. Members can choose from seven ready-made diversified investment options with different levels of risk.
• MySuper product available. The default, low-fee MySuper option is the Balanced fund.
• Automatic insurance cover. You'll receive the default Death and TPD cover when you join the fund, and you can choose increase your cover or opt out at any time.
• Consolidate your super online. You can easily consolidate your existing super balance into your Australian Ethical Super account by completing an online form.

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What investment options are available with Australian Ethical Super?

Australian Ethical Super offers members a choice between seven pre-mixed diversified investment funds. Which one you choose will depend on how you want your money invested and also the level of risk you want to take. Although each option invests differently, each option has a focus on ethical investments.

If you don't make a choice, or don't want to choose, you'll be placed in the Balanced option which is Australian Ethical Super's default MySuper product.

What insurance cover is available with Australian Ethical Super?

You will automatically receive Default Cover which is made up of Death and TPD Cover as a member of Australian Ethical Super when you join the fund and you meet certain eligibility conditions.

• Death Cover: This provides a lump sum payment if you die or are diagnosed with a terminal illness.
• TPD cover: This cover provides a lump sum payment if you become disabled and are unable to work.

You won't be required to complete medical forms or to have medical examinations to receive Default Cover, however you will be subject to new events cover limitations.

To be eligible for Default Cover, you will need to meet all of the following eligibility conditions:

• you are a member of Australian Ethical Super; and
• you are receiving cover for the first time with us and you have not previously cancelled cover in your Australian Ethical Super account; and
• you are aged 25 or over and under 65; and
• you have had an account balance of at least $6,000; and
• your account is not inactive, where inactive means that you have not received any contributions or rollovers into your account for at least 16 months or more whilst you are a member.

If you're aged between 15 and 24, or you are aged under 65 with an account balance of less than $6,000, you can opt-in to receive Default Cover.

Insurance premiums are deducted from your super account monthly and will vary based on the amount of cover you have under the Default Cover scale, your age, sex at birth, and occupation category. You can choose to increase or decrease your level of Default Cover or you can also cancel insurance all together at any time.

How do I join Australian Ethical Super?

You can become a member of Australian Ethical Super by filling out the online application form on its site. The process will only take about 15-20 minutes to complete if you have a few things on hand before you begin.

You'll need to provide:

• Your full name, date of birth and gender
• Your Australian residential address
• Your phone number and email address
• Your tax file number (TFN)
• Your chosen investment option and insurance cover
• Details of your current super fund (if you have one that you want to roll over into your new fund)

Once this is done and Australian Ethical Super has successfully verified your identity online, you'll be sent the details of your new account. If you'd like your employer to make your compulsory super payments into this fund, make sure to give your employer your Australian Ethical Super account details.

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