Insights & Thought Leadership: Institutional Financial Research
At Executive Advisors, we believe that market intelligence and proactive legal analysis are essential to preserving wealth and executing successful corporate transactions. The regulatory and financial landscapes in Australia are constantly changing, and staying ahead of these shifts is a primary responsibility. Our Fortitude Valley, Brisbane-based team regularly publishes research papers, market briefs, and tactical guides to help corporate officers, founders, and family offices navigate these complexities.
Our research covers all four of our advisory pillars: Wealth Advisory, Corporate M&A, Compliance & Tax, and Business Landing. Below, you will find our latest insights, offering detailed analyses of executive salary packaging, regulatory frameworks (such as AFSL and ASIC requirements), and inbound business landing strategies for international corporations entering Australia.
"Information is abundant, but actionable insight is rare. We design our research to go beyond simple market summaries, providing the precise legal structures, tax calculations, and regulatory paths needed to make informed decisions."
Featured Insight Articles
Explore our recent publications addressing critical tax, corporate finance, and compliance topics for Australian and international business leaders.
1. Optimizing Executive Compensation & Share Schemes
This article analyzes the tax treatment of high-income salary packaging, novated leasing, and the complex rules surrounding Employee Share Schemes (ESS) and share option structures in Australia. It offers a tactical guide for corporate executives seeking to optimize their remuneration and manage Division 293 tax exposures.
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2. Navigating Australian Regulatory & AFSL Frameworks
Obtaining and maintaining an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) is a major regulatory milestone. This article details the ASIC licensing process, qualifies the role of Responsible Managers (RMs), outlines core proof requirements, and provides a compliance checklist for ongoing AFSL and ASIC reporting duties.
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3. The Inbound Executive Business Landing Guide
For international corporations expanding into Australia, this guide evaluates the key decisions of market entry. It compares foreign branches (ARBN) against local subsidiaries (Pty Ltd), outlines the local resident director requirements under the Corporations Act, and maps out the corporate setup path.
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Our Publication Focus Areas
We structure our research schedules across four key dimensions to ensure comprehensive coverage of active market sectors.
Wealth & Financial Planning
Research addressing high-net-worth investment allocation, Australian superannuation, discretionary trust planning, and family wealth succession frameworks.
Corporate Finance & M&A
Valuation methodologies for SMEs, debt restructuring guides, project finance bankability studies, and sell-side transaction preparation checklists.
Taxation & Statutory Compliance
Analysis of ATO policy changes, corporate tax consolidation rules, payroll tax audits, Division 7A loan compliance, and ASIC governance requirements.
Inbound Corporate Landing
FIRB approval thresholds, branch vs. subsidiary selection guides, expat tax packaging, and local corporate officer residency compliance.
Research Publications Index
Our research library provides structured papers across key business categories, updated quarterly to reflect legislative changes.
| Research Category | Target Audience | Publication Frequency | Key Regulatory References | Access Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Compensation Briefs | CEOs, CFOs, Managing Directors, and corporate HR teams. | Bi-Annually | Income Tax Assessment Act (ITAA); Division 293; ESS rules. | Publicly accessible online. |
| AFSL & ASIC Regulatory Updates | Fund managers, wealth firms, and fintech compliance officers. | Quarterly | Corporations Act 2001; ASIC Regulatory Guides (RG 105, RG 146). | Registered client access only. |
| Inbound Corporate Landing Guides | Foreign corporations, multinational subsidiaries, and foreign investors. | Annually | FIRB Regulations; ARBN branch registrations; resident director rules. | Publicly accessible online. |
| SME Divestiture Planning | SME business owners, co-founders, and M&A sponsors. | Bi-Annually | Quality of Earnings (QofE) standards; EBITDA normalization. | Private briefing requested. |