As we come to the end of 2012, John Egan airs his thoughts on remuneration trends for 2013.
International Round-up – US Votes, UK Pays, Xstrata Waits
It’s been an interesting month globally. We bring you some thoughts on the news.
Budget Update Tinkers at the Edges
When he released the Mid Year Economic and Financial Outlook (MYEFO) at the end of October, Treasurer Wayne Swan painted a sobering picture: the outlook for the Australian economy is looking less promising than it did when the Government released the Budget in May.
Productivity on the Fair Work Agenda
The government has released its initial response to the Fair Work Act review.
Superannuation – the New Elephant in the Room
As the Superannuation Guarantee Scheme enters its twentieth year, we question its success and its future.
When is Advice not Advice?
a number of boards may not be either receiving or taking advice in relation to KMP remuneration matters.
Fair Work Act Review Pleases No one
The review of the Fair Work Australia Act was released on 1 August (PDF), delivering a result which angered businesses, but didn’t leave unions without grievances.
Pay Freezes and Bygone Bonuses
As the Global Financial Crisis (GFC) first bit back in 2009, it became common for boards to announce executive wage freezes.
Governance & Remuneration Advisors
In the first half of this year, Egan Associates has been asked to consider a significant array of strategic reward challenges arising from Boards facing shareholder opposition to their remuneration practices.
A Second Look at Superannuation Changes
What does the superannuation landscape look like now?