Australia Earns First A Grade, Ranks 6th Among 55 Pension Systems
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Updated · Yahoo Finance Australia · Oct 21
Australia Earns First A Grade, Ranks 6th Among 55 Pension Systems
3 articles · Updated · Yahoo Finance Australia · Oct 21
Summary
Australia received its first A grade in the 2026 Marsh CFA Institute Global Pension Index, placing sixth out of 55 countries.
The upgrade was driven by stronger adequacy—40% of the overall score—after years in which that measure lagged Australia’s already high sustainability and integrity ratings.
A 12% superannuation guarantee and a means-tested Age Pension were cited as the system’s twin strengths, combining long-term funding with a safety net.
Marsh said the 2022 retirement income covenant also lifted Australia’s score as aging populations and falling birthrates put heavier pressure on pension systems worldwide.