GUM: MPF Earns HK$9,044 per Member in September

According to the latest data from MPF consultant GUM, the MPF market extended its year-to-date rally through 18 September with a steady overall performance. The GUM MPF Composite Index returned 2.9% in September, bringing the year-to-date gain to 15.2%.

Per-member return: HK$9,044 for the half-month

On a per-member basis, the first half of September delivered HK$9,044, taking the year-to-date figure to HK$41,460. The overall return was driven upward by the strong performance of equity assets, with Greater China and local markets standing out.

Equities lead; mixed assets benefit

Mixed-asset funds benefited from the equity rally and posted solid returns, while fixed-income funds remained stable but with limited gains. GUM noted that the MPF market performed steadily in September, with equity assets continuing to dominate the upswing.

Takeaway

Lifted by equities, MPF’s year-to-date return keeps improving. Members can review their account performance on the eMPF Platform and revisit their allocation in line with their risk tolerance and retirement goals.

Source: GUM (MPF research institution)