Superfunds magazine – December 2011 issue
Published monthly (11 times a year), Superfunds provides in-depth analysis and insight into Australian superannuation issues. Whether it's the political landscape, new regulations, technical considerations or developments in investment practices, Superfunds covers it all with contributions from leading figures and journalists in the industry.
Superfunds magazine for iPad – Demo now here!
Experience Superfunds on a whole new level! An abridged, demonstration version of the November 2011 edition is now available to download from iTunes for free!
Every month, from February 2012, the complete version of the magazine will be available on iPad featuring all the same high-quality content as the print version, in a portable and interactive format.
Current subscribers will receive a code early in 2012 to ensure they can access the complete iPad version from iTunes at no additional cost.
Download the app for free at the iTunes App Store today!
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In the latest issue - December 2011
12 Well connected By Megan McDougall and Rebecca Glenn
We review the three action-packed days that were ASFA 2011.
16 Want to cut through? By Anthony Scarcella and Megan McDougall
The latest thinking from the ASFA 2011 Communications Forum & Awards.
18 Super satisfaction By Ross Clare and Megan McDougall
ASFA’s annual community attitudes to super research for 2011.
22 Franking on the future By Raewyn Williams
Is gross-franking the answer to incorporating tax in investment strategies?
26 A matter of size By Michael Laurence
New research suggests big is not always best when it comes to fund scale.
29 The elephant in the room By Stephen Wells
Currency can wreak havoc on portfolio returns if left unaddressed.
30 Ensuring stakeholder buy-in By Chris Dvoracek
How to maximise merger value with well-considered communications.
32 In fear of failure By Carolyn Swanson
It’s been an eventful journey from naïve entrepreneur to Chair for Peeyush Gupta.
34 Towards the 21st century By Brad Pragnell
How Australia’s payments system is evolving pre-SuperStream.
36 Through thick and thin By Peter Meany
What opportunities can infrastructure bring in a low growth, high inflation world?
38 Bridging the gap By Jason Andriessen
Using scaled advice to reach more members when they’re most in need.
40 Cross-border investing By Brad Ivens
Key tax matters to keep in mind when assessing foreign investment opportunities.
42 A match made for super? - Part I By Michelle Levy and Michael Mathieson
The legal issues trustees should be aware of when investing in private equity funds.