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Superannuation

Superannuation is one of the biggest levers Australians have for building long-term wealth, yet most people have only a fuzzy sense of whether their balance is on track. It's a question worth asking regularly. For instance, Australian super funds saw a sharp rebound in April 2026, recovering from a rough patch the month before, which shows just how quickly balances can swing with the market. This collection from The Motley Fool Australia rounds up the latest super news and guidance, covering how your balance compares at different ages and strategies for boosting your nest egg before retirement.

Recent Superannuation News

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How much do I need in my superannuation to earn $200 a day in passive income?

| Bernd Struben

To earn $200 a day in passive income, how much should my superannuation balance be?

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How much superannuation do I need to retire with a $50,000 annual passive income?

| Bernd Struben

Investing your superannuation in quality ASX dividend stocks can provide a reliable passive income stream during retirement.

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What is the average Australian superannuation balance at age 60?

| James Mickleboro

Let's look at the latest numbers and see how you compare.

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How much is needed in superannuation to target a $60,000 annual passive income?

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s what it takes for $60,000 of yearly dividend income…

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The average superannuation balance for 45-year-olds in Australia in FY26. How does yours compare?

| Cameron England

On average, people are falling short in their retirement savings.

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3 ASX ETFs that are a perfect compliment to your superannuation

| Aaron Bell

This three-fund portfolio balances income and defensive equities.

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How much is needed in superannuation for $1,000 in weekly passive income?

| Samantha Menzies

Find out what it would take to earn this level of passive income.

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How much is needed in superannuation for $1,500 in weekly passive income?

| Cameron England

Investment returns are key to hitting your goals.

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The average superannuation balance for 64 year olds in Australia in FY27

| Samantha Menzies

And what you actually need to retire comfortably at the same age.

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How much passive income can I earn off a $630,000 superannuation balance

| Samantha Menzies

Here's a quick calculation to work out what you could earn off your balance.

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How much superannuation do I need to earn $90,000 per year in passive income?

| Samantha Menzies

This level of passive income could replace an annual wage.

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How much do I need in my superannuation to retire comfortably at age 65?

| Samantha Menzies

Here's what a comfortable retirement looks like, and how much it can cost.

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How much passive income can I earn off a $1 million superannuation balance?

| Samantha Menzies

... and some options for ASX shares that you can invest your nest egg in.

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How much is needed in superannuation for $2,500 in weekly passive income?

| Cameron England

Planning early for retirement is key.

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How much superannuation is needed to target a $50,000 annual passive income?

| Samantha Menzies

It could be easier than you think to earn a passive income as high as $50,000 per year.

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The average superannuation balance at age 63 in Australia. How does yours compare?

| Samantha Menzies

Find out how much you need to retire and live comfortably.

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How much passive income can I earn off my $800,000 superannuation balance?

| Cameron England

Let's take a look.

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How much do I need in my superannuation to retire comfortably at age 60?

| Samantha Menzies

An early retirement is more achievable than you'd think.

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The average superannuation balance for 50-year-olds in Australia in FY27. How does yours compare?

| Cameron England

You might be surprised how far behind the average person is.

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How much passive income can I earn off a $900,000 superannuation balance?

| Samantha Menzies

Your superannuation can earn a tidy passive income for your retirement years.

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How to build your superannuation the Warren Buffett way

| Grace Alvino

Superannuation gives investors decades to put patience and compounding to work.

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How much is needed in superannuation to target a $5,500 monthly passive income?

| Tristan Harrison

Superannuation could be the best way to invest for passive income.

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2 ASX dividend gems I'd buy for a $20,000 superannuation income boost

| Bernd Struben

I’d invest some of my superannuation in these two ASX dividend gems for $20,000 in annual passive income.

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How much super do you need to retire on $100,000 a year?

| Mark Verhoeven

The balance behind a $100,000 retirement income, explained.

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How much is needed in superannuation for $1500 in weekly passive income?

| Cameron England

Let's look at how you can achieve this goal.

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Does the average superannuation balance at 60 generate enough passive income?

| Cameron England

How prepared are we for retirement?

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The average superannuation balance at age 62 in Australia. How does yours stack up?

| Samantha Menzies

Here's the average balance for men and women, versus what you need for a comfortable retirement.

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How much is needed in superannuation to target a $40,000 annual passive income?

| Tristan Harrison

Superannuation may be the best tool to deliver $40,000 of passive income.

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Superannuation funds have started the financial year well. See how much they're up

| Cameron England

After a slow start, superannuation balances are looking good.

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How much passive income could I earn from a $630,000 superannuation balance?

| Cameron England

It's good to know how much income you can expect in retirement.

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How much superannuation do I need to earn $10,000 per month in passive income?

| Samantha Menzies

How much can you earn off your superannuation balance?

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How much do I need in my superannuation to earn $50,000 per year in passive income?

| Samantha Menzies

How much do you have in your superannuation?

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Could your superannuation generate $10,000 a month in passive income by age 60?

| Leigh Gant

The path to $10,000 a month may be clearer and shorter than it first appears.

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Your superannuation returned 9.4% last financial year. Did your fund keep up?

| Mark Verhoeven

How your fund compared with the 9.4% median.

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3 top dividend stocks to target this week to supplement your superannuation

| Aaron Bell

These stocks offer yields over 5%.

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How much superannuation do I need to retire comfortably at age 59?

| Samantha Menzies

How much do you have stashed away in your superannuation?

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How much is needed in superannuation to target a $2,000 monthly passive income?

| Tristan Harrison

Superannuation is a great financial tool to help deliver significant passive income.

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Turning 60? This superannuation strategy could change how you retire

| Marc Van Dinther

Work less, manage tax and keep building your superannuation nest egg.

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How an Australian could retire with $1 million in superannuation

| James Mickleboro

Here are a few steps to take if you want to retire rich.

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The average superannuation balance for 54-year-olds in Australia in FY27. How does yours compare?

| Samantha Menzies

And some tips to boost your superannuation balance if you're falling behind.

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