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Unique investments and reliable financial performance.


Hostplus Self-Managed Invest makes it easy for your self-managed super fund clients to build strong diversified portfolios that deliver growth, flexibility and a better retirement.

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Access unique assets

Access unique infrastructure, property and private equity investments, which are ordinarily unavailable to retail and SMSF investors.

Business Diversify

Diversify your clients’ SMSF portfolios

Invest with one of Australia’s largest and consistently performing1 APRA regulated funds.

Recommended by Lonsec

We’re proud to have four of our investment options rated as ‘Recommended’ by leading investment research provider Lonsec.2

Investment options

Unprecedented access to unique investments

We’re the first industry super fund to combine the flexibility and security of an SMSF with access to unique investments, previously unavailable to retail investors.

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$103.7 billion

funds currently under management at Hostplus

1.7 million

Hostplus fund members across Australia

$10,000

Low initial investment

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We invest in sustainable nation-building projects

Hostplus has invested $4.3 billion in a range of infrastructure projects both domestically and abroad. We invest in nation-building projects, the essential assets that our members and investors interact with every day, which aim to provide sustainable and competitive returns over the long-term.

We back PowAR, a fund that is assisting Australia’s transition to a more sustainable energy future.

We’re Australia’s leading venture capital investor

As one of the largest Australian investors in venture capital, Hostplus has invested over $3 billion in projects that aim to change our world for the better – in areas including medical therapies, alternative food sources, renewable technologies, robotics and clean energy – and are expected to deliver significant future investment returns to investors.

We’re proud to champion investments in companies like First LightFusion, Canva and Swift Solar. Investors in our Balanced option can know that their investment is contributing to transforming our world.

We back property to provide stable returns

Hostplus invests $5.9 billion in direct and indirect property assets around the world. Our investment strategy is designed to build and maintain a well diversified property portfolio both in terms of sectors and geographies. The aim is to deliver stable real returns over a long term investment horizon comprised of inflationary protected and predictable income streams derived from high quality core property, and real capital growth derived through active asset management and development strategies. We have invested in the International Towers Sydney which aimed to deliver zero net waste to landfill and be ‘water positive’ by the end of 2020.

The way

we invest

We outsource our investment management to a range of experienced specialists. JANA provides our investment consulting. Our investment funds are managed by some of the world’s largest and top-performing asset managers, including IFMInvestors, First Sentier, Baillie Gifford, Charter Hall, Wellington and ISPT.

Our team works closely with our investment consultant, JANA, to create the Hostplus SMI portfolios. We consider the following when we're creating each option:

  • the amount we allocate to each asset class, country or sector
  • which investment managers to invest in
  • how much each investment manager is allocated
  • the level of investment risk for each asset, investment manager or asset class.

Our approach to investing is driven by our strong, diverse and proven investment beliefs. We’re not afraid to be different to other investment managers and super funds. That’s why our investment portfolio looks different – and performs well.

  1. They should be well-diversified to produce returns and reduce risk.
  2. They should provide a healthy income stream from a range of sources to support returns, given our expectations for low capital growth across asset classes going forward.
  3. They should focus on active management, because in a low-return world, any additional returns that can be generated by actively selecting assets and managing risk will be highly valuable.
  4. Each of our six investment options follows its own distinct investment strategy and is designed to help your clients achieve a certain investment objective for the level of risk they prefer.
  1. They should be well-diversified to  produce returns and reduce risk.
  2. They should provide a healthy income stream from a range of sources to support returns, given our expectations for low capital growth across asset classes going forward.
  3. They should focus on active management, because in a low-return world, any additional returns that can be generated by actively selecting assets and managing risk will be highly valuable.
  4. Each of our six investment options follows its own distinct investment strategy and is designed to help your clients achieve a certain investment objective for the level of risk they prefer.

Our goal is to deliver the best retirement outcomes for our members and investors – this responsibility guides every decision we make. We undertake:

‍Active ownership
We use our position to positively influence company behaviour and performance, which helps contribute positively to long-term returns.

‍Building Australia’s future
We invest in unlisted assets that help to build and provide important infrastructure and services that directly contribute to our members’ standard of living and way of life. As one of the largest Australian investors in venture capital, we also invest in a range of assets that aim to change the world for the better - in areas including medical therapies, alternative food sources, collaborative tech, robotics and clean energy – while aiming to deliver future investment returns for our members.

‍Climate change
We take climate change and its associated risks very seriously and in line with both the science and financial regulation, incorporate climate change factors into all aspects of the investment process in a way that is consistent with delivering the best retirement outcomes for our members.

ESG integration
We consider environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors as part of our annual strategic asset allocation process and in setting investment objectives. As part of the investment manager selection and review process, we work with JANA to review each investment manager’s ability to integrate ESG risks and opportunities into their investment decision-making process. We do this to protect and optimise our members’ investments over the long term.

1. According to the SuperRatings Accumulation Fund Crediting Rate Survey – SR50 Balanced (60-76) Index, March 2023. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance and should never be the sole factor considered when selecting a superannuation fund.

2. The rating issued 03/2023 Hostplus Balanced Option, 03/2023 Hostplus Indexed Balanced Option, 03/2023 Hostplus Property Option & 03/2023 Hostplus Infrastructure Option are published by Lonsec Research Pty Ltd ABN 11 151 658 561 AFSL 421 445 (Lonsec). Ratings are general advice only, and have been prepared without taking account of your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider your personal circumstances, read the product disclosure statement and seek independent financial advice before investing. The rating is not a recommendation to purchase, sell or hold any product. Past performance information is not indicative of future performance. Ratings are subject to change without notice and Lonsec assumes no obligation to update. Lonsec uses objective criteria and receives a fee from the Fund Manager. Visit lonsec.com.au for ratings information and to access the full report. © 2023 Lonsec. All rights reserved.