养老金融周报（2025.02.24-2025.03.02）：澳大利亚养老金对美投资将增至万亿澳元

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Outperform the Market," indicating that the industry index is expected to perform better than the market by more than 5% over the next six months [28]. Core Insights - Australian superannuation funds are projected to increase their investments in the U.S. to AUD 1 trillion over the next decade, with current investments at approximately AUD 400 billion [2][9][10]. - New Jersey has committed to fully funding its pension system for the fifth consecutive year, with a budget proposal of USD 72 billion for the 2025 fiscal year [3][11]. Summary by Sections Australian Pension Investments - The Australian superannuation industry, currently valued at AUD 2.6 trillion, plans to accelerate its investment in the U.S. market, with expectations of reaching AUD 1 trillion in the next ten years. This is driven by the U.S. market's innovation and depth, with about 20% of current Australian retirement fund assets already allocated to the U.S. [2][9][10]. - Aware Super noted that 70% of new funds are directed overseas, with two-thirds going to the U.S. [9]. New Jersey Pension Funding - New Jersey's Governor announced a budget proposal of USD 58.1 billion for the 2025 fiscal year, which includes a USD 7.2 billion contribution to the state pension system, marking a shift from previous practices of underfunding [3][11]. - The state aims to stabilize its pension funding after years of financial strain and underpayment, which had led to significant pension asset shortfalls [3][11]. Overseas Pension Dynamics - The U.S. employer groups are supporting FedEx in a legal dispute regarding pension benefits for married retirees, highlighting ongoing challenges in pension management [8][12]. - The Korean sovereign wealth fund KIC reported an 8.5% return for 2024, attributed to strong equity investments [14]. - The People's Pension in the UK is reallocating USD 35 billion to focus on responsible investment strategies, enhancing transparency and flexibility in asset management [15]. Domestic Pension Policies and Developments - The Chinese Ministry of Finance is focusing on improving the pension system and enhancing social security measures, including gradual retirement age reforms and increasing basic pension levels [21][22]. - Qingdao has implemented a pension advisory system to assist the elderly in accessing resources and services [21][22]. - Shanghai has released guidelines for the construction and service of specialized elderly day care centers to improve care for seniors with disabilities [21][22].