SMSF assets
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Which asset classes are popular with SMSFs?
Control and flexibility are popular reasons for starting an SMSF, and a close look at where trustees are investing shows they are making good use of these attributes.
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SMSF investing: 20 most popular Australian shares
Australian shares remain the largest asset class for SMSF investors, although the big four banks hold a smaller share of the money than a year ago.
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SMSF investing: 20 most popular managed funds
Fewer SMSFs hold traditional managed funds than ETFs, but they still hold nearly twice as much money, with close to half of it invested offshore.
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SMSF investing: 20 most popular LICs/LITs
Listed investment companies and trusts are facing stiff competition from cheaper ETFs and passive index funds, but have a place in many SMSF portfolios.
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SMSF investing: 20 most popular international shares
Direct holdings in international shares grew in 2025–26, one of only two asset classes SMSFs increased their exposure to, with technology stocks taking four of the top five spots.
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SMSF investing: 20 most popular ETFs
Gen X and Millennials are fuelling SMSF investment in ETFs, with the value of holdings growing far faster than the number of funds buying them.
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ETFs for SMSFs: How they work and what they cost
Building a diversified portfolio takes time and effort, but ETFs make it easier for SMSF investors. Here’s how they work and what they cost.
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Real DIY super: How to keep SMSF costs super low
With the cost of living front of mind, you could potentially save a lot of money by doing more of your SMSF tasks yourself, but you need to know what you’re doing.
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Alternative investments for SMSFs
SMSF trustees are often accused of being unadventurous in their asset allocation, but some are bucking the trend with ‘exotic’ investments in everything from horse semen to vending machines and dividend-paying cows.
