MINING FINANCE / INVESTMENT
The $200-billion China Investment Corp. has made substantial investments in the North American mining industry and, in particular, Teck Resources. (Tue, 09 Feb 2010 07:55:11 GMT)
Public Investment Bank to manage 6 IPOs (Business Times
PUBLIC Investment Bank aims to manage six initial public offerings (IPOs) this year, of which three are companies from China, says its Head of Corporate Finance and Advisory, Phang Siew Loong. "We have already received approval from the Securities Commission for two of the Chinese companies, for whom listings, are expected by the second quarter of this year," he said. The companies are engaged ... (Tue, 09 Feb 2010 07:45:03 GMT)
Public Investment Bank to manage 6 IPOs (Business Times
PUBLIC Investment Bank aims to manage six initial public offerings (IPOs) this year, of which three are companies from China, says its Head of Corporate Finance and Advisory, Phang Siew Loong. (Tue, 09 Feb 2010 07:35:21 GMT)
PUBLIC INVESTMENT BANK AIMS TO MANAGE SIX IPOs
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 9 (Bernama) -- Public Investment Bank aims to manage six initial public offerings (IPOs) this year, of which three are companies from China, says its Head of Corporate Finance and Advisory, Phang Siew Loong. (Tue, 09 Feb 2010 07:17:35 GMT)
In search of jobs, investment
Indianapolis -- Indy Partnership Business Development Director Kristie McKillip is in California this week meeting with leading site-selection consultants and life sciences companies as part of Indy Partnership's ongoing effort to attract jobs and investment to the 10-county Indianapolis region, the group said today. Jeff Quyle, economic development coordinator with Hoosier Energy, is ... (Tue, 09 Feb 2010 07:14:06 GMT)
Capital investment expectations hit high
Capital investment expectations for the June quarter have risen to the highest level in seven years. (Tue, 09 Feb 2010 06:11:15 GMT)
Capital investment expectations rise
Capital investment expectations for the June quarter have risen to the highest level in seven years and employment expectations are back in the black, a business survey shows. (Tue, 09 Feb 2010 03:17:47 GMT)
China Power Investment Signed Deal With Resourcehouse (Correct)
(Corrects last name of spokeswoman.) Feb. 9 (Bloomberg) -- China Power Investment Corp., the parent of China Power International Development Ltd., signed a coal contract with Australia’s Resourcehouse Ltd., Gigi Chan, Hong Kong-based spokeswoman at China Power International, said by telephone today. (Tue, 09 Feb 2010 02:21:16 GMT)
Final Glance: Investment Banks companies
NEW YORK (AP) -- Shares of some top investment banks companies were down at the close of trading: Goldman Sachs fell $3.06 or 2.0 percent, to $151.10. Morgan Stanley fell $.66 or 2.4 percent, to $26.60. (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 22:47:04 GMT)
Nasdaq OMX Boosts Investment In Agora-X Swaps Platform
Nasdaq OMX Boosts Investment In Agora-X Swaps Platform (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:58:09 GMT)
Asean, India close to adding investment liberalisation to FTA
Asean and India will finalise investment liberalisation under their free-trade agreement this year in bid to boost investment growth between the two sides amid the global economic recovery. (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:30:28 GMT)
Midday Glance: Investment Banks companies
NEW YORK (AP) -- Shares of some top investment banks companies are down at noon: Goldman Sachs fell $1.00 or .6 percent, to $153.16. Morgan Stanley fell $.07 or .3 percent, to $27.19. (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:16:48 GMT)
Canadians will gravitate back toward RRSPs as investment vehicle this year: CIBC
TORONTO - CIBC World Markets says Canadian investors will likely return to RRSPs this year after fleeing from the retirement investment vehicles (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:08:04 GMT)
Canadians will gravitate back toward RRSPs as investment vehicle this year: CIBC
TORONTO - CIBC World Markets says Canadian investors will likely return to RRSPs this year after fleeing from the retirement investment vehicles when economic conditions worsened. (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 16:54:00 GMT)
Loews returns to 4Q profit on investment gains
Loews Corp. rebounded to a fourth-quarter profit on improving performances in the conglomerate's investment portfolio and at its commercial insurance unit. (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 16:26:26 GMT)
Tax plan will hit property investment
John Key will unveil measures aimed at cooling New Zealand's love affair with property investment in a speech today that is expected to outline major tax reforms. (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 16:14:46 GMT)
Early Glance: Investment Banks companies
NEW YORK (AP) -- Shares of some top investment banks companies are down at 10 a.m.: Goldman Sachs fell $1.40 or .9 percent, to $152.76. Morgan Stanley fell $.23 or .8 percent, to $27.03. (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 15:24:40 GMT)
CNA Posts Third Straight Quarterly Profit on Investment Results
Feb. 8 (Bloomberg) -- CNA Financial Corp. , the insurer controlled by Loews Corp., reported a third straight profit on improved investment returns and gains from the sale of a stake in actuarial data provider Verisk Analytics Inc. (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:22:47 GMT)
CNA Posts Third Straight Quarterly Profit on Investment Results
CNA Financial Corp., the insurer controlled by Loews Corp., reported a third straight profit on improved investment returns and gains from the sale of a stake in actuarial data provider Verisk Analytics Inc. (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 11:52:39 GMT)
Hai Phong targets $300mil in foreign investment
VietNamNet Bridge – The northern port city of Hai Phong has set a target to attract US$300 million in foreign investment this year, said Vu Xuan Minh, head of the Investment Promotion Division of the municipal Department of Planning and Investment. (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 08:35:09 GMT)
Penang to set up tourism, investment office in Singapore
GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Investment Tourism Office (PITO) in Singapore will be operational by the middle of this year. Invest-in-Penang Berhad chairman of the executive committee Datuk Lee Kah Choon said the office will be located along Beach Road in Singapore. (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 08:07:01 GMT)
Firm expands with £4m investment
A THRIVING Radcliffe company is making a £4million investment to help meet demand for its award-winning safety flooring product. (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 06:37:58 GMT)
INVESTPENANG TO SET UP PENANG INVESTMENT TOURISM OFFICE IN S'PORE
PENANG, Feb 8 (Bernama) -- Invest-in-Penang Bhd (InvestPenang) will set up the Penang Investment Tourism Office (PITO) in Singapore soon, in an effort to draw tourism and investment to the state. (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 06:32:06 GMT)
Investment in UBS by GIC – a Chronicle of a Disaster in the Making
By Damon Yeo It was mid-December 2007 [A] when the Government of Singapore Investment Corp. (GIC) made a whooping 11 billion Swiss francs (S$13.8 billion) investment in UBS. There was news earlier in the summer of 2007 about how the US housing market was showing signs of slowing down, but some of the major financial institutions were [...] (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 06:13:02 GMT)
Fontinalis Partners Announces Investment in Parkmobile USA a Leading Provider of Mobile Parking Payment Systems and ...
ATLANTA and DETROIT, Jan. 29, 2010 -- Fontinalis Partners, LLC, a Michigan-based strategic investment firm, today announced that it has invested in Parkmobile USA, Inc., and the firm's parent company, Parkmobile International B.V., a leading provider of mobile parking payment systems and integrated transportation technology solutions. (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 05:31:13 GMT)
Peltz' Heinz profit fails to impress investment experts
investment experts are underwhelmed by billionaire investor Nelson Peltz's return — given the magnitude of the battle for control of Heinz nearly four years ago, when he vowed to shake the company out of its lethargy. (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 04:59:40 GMT)
Canaccord posts profit on investment banking
TORONTO -- Canaccord Financial Inc., Canada's largest independent brokerage by assets, posted third-quarter profit of $15.1-million on higher fees from investment banking. Net income for the period e... (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 02:29:25 GMT)
No foodbowl but Ord investment still worthwhile
Western Australia's Regional Development Minister, Brendon Grylls, says the government's multi-million dollar investment in the second stage of the Ord River scheme is still warranted. (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:45:40 GMT)
KDDI Said to Consider Cutting Jupiter Investment to Below 33%
KDDI Corp., Japan’s second-biggest mobile-phone operator, may trim its planned investment in Jupiter Telecommunications Co. to avoid triggering regulatory scrutiny, said a KDDI official familiar with the plan. (Sun, 07 Feb 2010 22:48:44 GMT)
Johor sees RM46b oil investment from Mideast (Business Times
Johor expects to draw in RM46 billion in investment in its oil and gas (O&G) industry from two Middle Eastern companies over the next three years. (Sun, 07 Feb 2010 17:23:19 GMT)
LF criticises private investment in Railways
Kolkata, Feb 7 (PTI) The ruling Left Front in West Bengal today criticised private investment in the Railways, saying it might lead to massive retrenchment of employees. (Sun, 07 Feb 2010 15:37:54 GMT)
She'll be REIT: new life for investment trusts
LEND LEASE and GPT's wholesale office fund are set to complete deals worth a combined $450 million in the short term in a bid to breathe life into the flagging real estate investment trust sector. (Sun, 07 Feb 2010 13:36:28 GMT)
Avoid green investment scams
The big regulator of U.S. securities firms, FINRA, has recently addressed a new threat to your financial well-being: the green energy investment scam. (Sun, 07 Feb 2010 12:43:29 GMT)
Chartpoppers.com releases Consolidated Investment Analysis for General Electric Company.
(CHARTPOPPERS.COM, February 08, 2010 ) Point Roberts, WA - Chartpoppers.com announces an investment report featuring Conglomerates company General Electric Company. (NYSE:GE) The investment report ... (Sun, 07 Feb 2010 09:35:00 GMT)
Roseman: Investment issue? Look no further
Where do you go to complain about an investment or about the person who sold you the investment? (Sun, 07 Feb 2010 09:31:57 GMT)
Artificial Intelligence Pioneer Cognitive Match Raises an Additional $2.5M Investment from Dawn Capital
Artificial Intelligence pioneer Cognitive Match raises an additional $2.5M investment from Dawn Capital with Series B investment. The Company will use this investment to accelerate its sales and business development activities. (PRWeb Feb 7, 2010) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3571434.htm (Sun, 07 Feb 2010 08:16:26 GMT)
Decide return on long-term investment
WHAT investment return do you expect? In 1999, the S&P returned 21 percent; in 1998, 25.6 percent; and in 1997, 33.4 percent. (Sun, 07 Feb 2010 08:04:48 GMT)
Infra investment doubles to 8% in 5 yrs: Plan Panel
The Planning Commission today said investment in the infrastructure sector has doubled in the past five years from 4 per cent to 8 per cent of GDP. (Sun, 07 Feb 2010 07:56:04 GMT)
T'GANU EXPECT INCREASE IN INVESTMENT FROM LOCAL AND FOREIGN INVESTORS
KUALA TERENGGANU, Feb 7 (Bernama) -- The Terengganu state government expect an increase in investment this year, compared with last year, based on the number of applications received from local and foreign companies. (Sun, 07 Feb 2010 07:49:26 GMT)
Iowa farmland still good investment, as economy eases: Realtors, economists
ALTOONA -- Iowa’s farmland remains a good investment, according to Realtors and economists who gathered recently for the Iowa Land Investment Expo. “I think the correction is over,” says Mike Ralston, editor of the “Landowner Newsletter.” (Sun, 07 Feb 2010 07:30:51 GMT)
City makes big investment
The Grand Island City Council OK'd more than a quarter million dollars of tax dollar investment Tuesday night in order to get more than $1.5 million of new development. (Sun, 07 Feb 2010 07:17:42 GMT)
Kristi King-Brock named to state Workforce Investment Board
WorkLink Workforce Investment Board member Kristi King-Brock has been named to the South Carolina Governor’s State Workforce Investment Board by South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford . King-Brock’s term began Jan. 19.The state board is charged with overseeing the state’s efforts to develop a skilled, high quality workforce to enable our citizens and businesses to succeed in today’s global economy ... (Sun, 07 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT)
Investment strategist forecasts events that could affect the economic recovery
It's a tradition on Wall Street to offer predictions early in the year about where the economy is headed, whether companies will prosper and what will happen in the stock market. Here, Ed Yardeni, president of Yardeni Research, a New York-based firm providing independent investment strategy... (Sun, 07 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT)
Investment strategist forecasts events that could affect the economic recovery
It's a tradition on Wall Street to offer predictions early in the year about where the economy is headed, whether companies will prosper and what will happen in the stock market. Here, Ed Yardeni, president of Yardeni Research, a New York-based firm providing independent investment strategy... (Sun, 07 Feb 2010 04:31:24 GMT)
Poppe's proposals for Austin area included in Capital Investment bill
Several projects State Rep. Jeanne Poppe proposed for the Austin area were included in the Capital Investment bill that was rolled out on the first day of session. (Sat, 06 Feb 2010 16:02:21 GMT)
KDDI Said to Consider Cutting Jupiter Investment to Below 33%
Feb. 6 (Bloomberg) -- KDDI Corp. , Japan’s second-biggest mobile-phone operator, may trim its planned investment in Jupiter Telecommunications Co. to avoid triggering regulatory scrutiny, said a KDDI official familiar with the plan. (Sat, 06 Feb 2010 09:33:55 GMT)
KDDI Said to Consider Cutting Jupiter Investment to Below 33%
KDDI Corp., Japan’s second-biggest mobile-phone operator, may trim its planned investment in Jupiter Telecommunications Co. to avoid triggering regulatory scrutiny, said a KDDI official familiar with the plan. (Sat, 06 Feb 2010 09:33:14 GMT)
Ho Chi Minh City Financial Investment Company established
Nhan Dan Online – The State-owned Ho Chi Minh City Financial Investment Company (HFIC) has been established on the basis of restructuring of the Ho Chi Minh City Urban Development Investment Fund, with a registered capital of VND 5 trillion. (Sat, 06 Feb 2010 09:31:10 GMT)
HCM City calls for greater investment from Viet Kieu
VietNamNet Bridge – The HCM City People's Committee has called on the Viet Kieu (overseas Vietnamese) community to step up investment in key sectors, promising to facilitate this with further administrative reforms. (Sat, 06 Feb 2010 09:05:19 GMT)
Oman- Investment conference to open up new partnerships
Oman- Investment conference to open up new partnerships (Sat, 06 Feb 2010 07:36:41 GMT)
'Investment approvals fell in 2009'
SINGAPORE: Malaysia's approved factory investment declined in 2009 as companies delayed projects amid a global economic slump. (Sat, 06 Feb 2010 07:30:56 GMT)
Iowa farmland still good investment, as economy eases: Realtors, economists
ALTOONA -- Iowa’s farmland remains a good investment, according to Realtors and economists who gathered recently for the Iowa Land Investment Expo. “I think the correction is over,” says Mike Ralston, editor of the “Landowner Newsletter.” (Sat, 06 Feb 2010 07:30:02 GMT)
City makes big investment
The Grand Island City Council OK'd more than a quarter million dollars of tax dollar investment Tuesday night in order to get more than $1.5 million of new development. (Sat, 06 Feb 2010 07:05:15 GMT)
Savers pay record amount into investment funds
Consumers paid a record amount into investment funds during 2009 as savers looked for an alternative home for their cash. (05/02/2010 19:06:34) (Sat, 06 Feb 2010 06:17:04 GMT)
Final Glance: Investment Banks companies
NEW YORK (AP) -- Shares of some top investment banks companies were up at the close of trading: Goldman Sachs rose $3.48 or 2.3 percent, to $154.16. Morgan Stanley rose $.63 or 2.4 percent, to $27.26. (Fri, 05 Feb 2010 22:48:55 GMT)
Man held in LA for alleged $12M investment scam
Federal agents have arrested a man in Los Angeles they claim raised at least $12 million in an investment scam. (Fri, 05 Feb 2010 21:42:50 GMT)
Midday Glance: Investment Banks companies
NEW YORK (AP) -- Shares of some top investment banks companies are up at noon: Goldman Sachs rose $.51 or .3 percent, to $151.19. Morgan Stanley rose $.19 or .7 percent, to $26.82. (Fri, 05 Feb 2010 17:20:28 GMT)
Malaysia plans more domestic investment promos (Business Times
DOMESTIC investments are expected to increase to 40 per cent this year from 32.2 per cent last year, says International Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Mustapa Mohamed. To achieve the target, he said, his ministry will launch frequent domestic investment promotions and offer attractive packages for local investors besides creating a conducive business environment. Last year, nearly 70 per ... (Fri, 05 Feb 2010 16:45:08 GMT)
Recession Blues: Tyra’s Man Shuts Down his Investment Bank
Sources say Tyra’s high profile man John Utendahl is facing some serious financial woes. More details under the hood. Prominent investment banker John Utendahl has shut down Utendahl Capital Partners, his lucrative investment bank. The company, which faced major layoffs last year, are being picked up by another African-American investment bank, The Williams Group. John still has some [...] (Fri, 05 Feb 2010 16:31:06 GMT)
Early Glance: Investment Banks companies
NEW YORK (AP) -- Shares of some top investment banks companies are up at 10 a.m.: Goldman Sachs rose $.14 or .1 percent, to $150.82. Morgan Stanley rose $.19 or .7 percent, to $26.82. (Fri, 05 Feb 2010 15:17:06 GMT)
BG says tax changes could hit Kazkhstan investment
LONDON, Feb 5 (Reuters) - British gas producer BG Group plc , one of the largest foreign investors in Kazakhstan's oil and gas industry, said plans to abolish tax exemptions enshrined in oil contracts signed years ago would hit investment in the country. (Fri, 05 Feb 2010 14:28:06 GMT)
Apartment Investment Posts Loss
NEW YORK -- Apartment Investment and Management Co. said Friday that it lost $6.7 million, or 6 cents a share, in the fourth-quarter compared to an 11 cents a share loss in the year-ago period. Adjus... (Fri, 05 Feb 2010 14:10:03 GMT)
Apartment Investment Posts Loss
Apartment Investment Posts Loss (Fri, 05 Feb 2010 13:13:29 GMT)
Canaccord posts profit on investment banking
TORONTO -- Canaccord Financial Inc., Canada's largest independent brokerage by assets, posted third-quarter profit of $15.1-million on higher fees from investment banking. Net income for the period e... (Fri, 05 Feb 2010 10:21:21 GMT)
Ho Chi Minh City Sets Up Financial Investment Company - Report
Ho Chi Minh City Sets Up Financial Investment Company - Report (Fri, 05 Feb 2010 09:57:59 GMT)
HFAC Gets Green Investment Grant
The Harvard Financial Analysts Club is in the final stages of negotiation for a contract that would grant the club $100,000 dollars to use in its new Cleantech Investment Fund. (Fri, 05 Feb 2010 07:34:15 GMT)
Iowa farmland still good investment, as economy eases: Realtors, economists
ALTOONA -- Iowa’s farmland remains a good investment, according to Realtors and economists who gathered recently for the Iowa Land Investment Expo. “I think the correction is over,” says Mike Ralston, editor of the “Landowner Newsletter.” (Fri, 05 Feb 2010 07:29:51 GMT)
A smart investment to end homelessness
A successful public-private partnership to combat homelessness, the Washington Families Fund, is a smart investment of state dollars by legislators worried about the best use of scarce public resources. (Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:13:42 GMT)
Final Glance: Investment Banks companies
NEW YORK (AP) -- Shares of some top investment banks companies were down at the close of trading: Goldman Sachs fell $6.55 or 4.2 percent, to $150.68. Morgan Stanley fell $1.26 or 4.5 percent, to $26.63. (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 22:47:45 GMT)
Canaccord Posts Profit on Investment Banking (Update3)
Feb. 4 (Bloomberg) -- Canaccord Financial Inc. , Canada’s largest independent brokerage by assets, posted third-quarter profit of C$15.1 million ($14.2 million) on higher fees from investment banking and said it aims to expand. (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 21:49:35 GMT)
Children: Expense Or Investment?
Tips on how to make your children your best investment. (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 21:11:34 GMT)
Midday Glance: Investment Banks companies
NEW YORK (AP) -- Shares of some top investment banks companies are down at noon: Goldman Sachs fell $5.28 or 3.4 percent, to $151.95. Morgan Stanley fell $1.00 or 3.6 percent, to $26.89. (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 18:02:23 GMT)
Emcore makes deal with Chinese investment firm
Emcore Corp. of Albuquerque has entered into an agreement for a Chinese investment company to buy a 60 percent interest in Emcore's fiber optics business. (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 17:41:07 GMT)
Corn, Soybeans Drop as Dollar’s Rally Trims Investment Demand
Feb. 4 (Bloomberg) -- Corn and soybeans fell to the lowest prices in almost four months as the dollar strengthened, diminishing the appeal of commodities as an alternative investment. (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 17:23:54 GMT)
Early Glance: Investment Banks companies
NEW YORK (AP) -- Shares of some top investment banks companies are down at 10 a.m.: Goldman Sachs fell $3.55 or 2.3 percent, to $153.68. Morgan Stanley fell $.69 or 2.5 percent, to $27.20. (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 15:32:55 GMT)
Canaccord posts profit; investment banking strong
Canaccord Financial Inc swung to a quarterly profit from a year-earlier loss, driven by a rise in investment banking revenue and commissions. (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 13:29:00 GMT)
Investment banks see bright future in the equity market
INVESTMENT banks are getting a makeover. After the testosterone charged days of the global financial crisis and the sharemarket bubble that preceded it, more banks are seeking to hire women to balance out their male-dominated trading floors. (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 13:26:07 GMT)
Bangladesh seeks $7 bln foreign investment for power
DHAKA, Feb 4 (Reuters) - Bangladesh is seeking $7 billion of foreign investment to boost its electricity generation, a shortage of which has slowed the country's economic development, a government adviser said on Thursday. (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 12:37:41 GMT)
Palestinians to hold investment conference
The Palestinian government says it's hosting an investment conference in June. Economics Minister Hassan Abu Libdeh said Thursday the conference in the town of Bethlehem seeks to pair local and foreign investors with small and medium-sized businesses that make up most of the Palestinian economy. (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 12:33:39 GMT)
Canaccord Posts Profit on Investment Banking (Update1)
Feb. 4 (Bloomberg) -- Canaccord Financial Inc. , Canada’s largest independent brokerage by assets, posted third-quarter profit of C$15.1 million ($14.2 million) on higher fees from investment banking. (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 12:19:15 GMT)
Think of your charitable contribution as an investment
Before you make a charitable donation, do the same research you would when making any other investment, suggests Rebecca Davies, director of fundraising with Doctors Without Borders. (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 08:10:32 GMT)
Taiwan plans to double investment cap in China fund firms-paper
TAIPEI, Feb 4 (Reuters) - Taiwan's financial regulators planned to double the investment cap for local brokerages, mutual funds and futures firms to 40 percent of their book values in Chinese counterparts, a newspaper reported on Thursday. (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 04:34:15 GMT)
Malaysia 2009 Investment Approvals Fall in Recession (Update1)
Malaysia’s approved factory investment declined in 2009 as companies delayed projects amid a global economic slump. (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 03:57:21 GMT)
Malaysia 2009 Investment Approvals Fall in Recession (Update1)
Feb. 4 (Bloomberg) -- Malaysia’s approved factory investment declined in 2009 as companies delayed projects amid a global economic slump. Approved investments dropped by about half to 32.6 billion ringgit ($9.6 billion) last year, Malaysia’s International Trade and Industry Minister Mustapa Mohamed said in Kuala Lumpur today. (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 03:55:27 GMT)
CIMB Investment bags awards for role in Maxis IPO
KUALA LUMPUR: CIMB Investment Bank has been named “Best Equity Deal/Best IPO” entity in Malaysia for its role as joint coordinator and joint bookrunner for Maxis Bhd’s RM11.2bil init... (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 03:00:33 GMT)
Thai bourse promotes investment at Money Expo Pattaya
The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) continues its mission to promote knowledge about personal finance planning and investment alternatives, under the theme “Increasing value to your saving, increasin (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:45:44 GMT)
Final Glance: Investment Banks companies
Shares of some top investment banks companies were mixed at the close of trading: Goldman Sachs rose $.29 or .2 percent, to $157.23. (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 22:46:29 GMT)
Midday Glance: Investment Banks companies
NEW YORK (AP) -- Shares of some top investment banks companies are mixed at noon: Goldman Sachs rose $1.01 or .6 percent, to $157.95. Morgan Stanley fell $.27 or 1.0 percent, to $27.79. (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 20:05:43 GMT)
GPF to lift investment
The Government Pension Fund plans to expand its investment abroad, particularly in Asia and the US. (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:24:30 GMT)
CIMB Investment bags 2 awards (Business Times
CIMB Investment Bank has won two awards at The Asset magazine's annual "Triple A Awards 2009" for its work on Maxis Communications' initial public offering (IPO). CIMB Investment Bank was awarded the "Best Equity Deal/Best IPO" for its role as joint global coordinator and joint book runner for the Maxis Communications US$3.3 billion public offering, under the Triple A Regional Awards category ... (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 16:48:46 GMT)
Stanlib Appoints Rider as Chief Investment Officer (Update1)
Feb. 3 (Bloomberg) -- Stanlib Ltd., the Johannesburg-based money manager, said it appointed Stewart Rider as chief investment officer after he acted in the position since September last year. (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:51:08 GMT)
Early Glance: Investment Banks companies
NEW YORK (AP) -- Shares of some top investment banks companies are up at 10 a.m.: Goldman Sachs rose $2.37 or 1.5 percent, to $159.31. Morgan Stanley rose $.23 or .8 percent, to $28.29. (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:32:21 GMT)
CPP Investment Board to invest $400M in Canadian private equity, venture firms
TORONTO - The CPP Investment Board is committing an additional $400 million to be invested in the Canadian private equity and venture capital market. (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:07:00 GMT)
CIMB Investment bags awards for Maxis IPO role
KUALA LUMPUR: CIMB Investment Bank has been named Best Equity Deal/Best IPO entity in Malaysia for its role as joint coordinator and joint bookrunner for Maxis Bhd's RM11.2 billion initial public offer (IPO). (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 14:31:04 GMT)
Mirvac slashes investment portfolio
MIRVAC has wiped $124.6 million off its $4 billion-plus investment portfolio. (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 13:00:00 GMT)
Nordic Investment Bank 2010 funding tgt 4.1 bln eur
COPENHAGEN, Feb 3 (Reuters) - The Nordic Investment Bank's (NIB) 2010 funding target is 4.1 billion euros ($5.70 billion) compared with 4.2 billion euros last year, the regional environment-focused project financier said on Wednesday. (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 12:11:27 GMT)
Saudi Investment books highest 2009 provisions in Q4
RIYADH, Feb 3 (Reuters) - Saudi Investment Bank <1030.SE> (SAIB) booked 434.6 million riyals ($115.9 million) in provisions for loan losses in the fourth quarter, the highest in 2009, official data showed. (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 11:13:59 GMT)
Liverpool co-owners need £100m investment deal, says Christian Purslow
George Gillett and Tom Hicks unlikely to be able to refinance £237 million debt should search to attract investment fail. (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 07:52:02 GMT)
GPF expands foreign investment
The Government Pension Fund sets sight on increasing foreign investment, though in a caution manner, said its new secretary-general Sopawadee Lertmanaschai. (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 07:37:20 GMT)
Investment roadshow to India
Industry Minister Charnchai Chairungruang and a senior officials from the Board of Investment (BoI) will visit India from Feb 14 to 19 on a campaign to encourage greater Indian investment in Thailand, BoI secretary-general Atchaka Siboonruang said on Wednesday. (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 06:09:19 GMT)
European Investment Bank to sell new 3yr NZ$ bonds
SYDNEY, Feb 3 (Reuters) - The European Investment Bank [EIB.UL ] has a launched a sale of new three-year New Zealand dollar denominated bonds, lead manager of the sale ANZ said on Wednesday. (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 03:52:18 GMT)
San Bernardino Countys investment pool tops list
San Bernardino County's $4.9 billion investment pool has earned the top spot in a research firm's rankings of local investment pools, Assistant Treasurer-Tax Collector Annette Kerber announced Tuesday. (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 02:31:44 GMT)
UPDATE: MetLife Profit Falls 70% On Investment Losses
UPDATE: MetLife Profit Falls 70% On Investment Losses (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 02:02:43 GMT)
Former Phoenix woman indicted in investment scheme
Authorities say a former Phoenix woman has been indicted on eight felony counts in an investment scheme that defrauded 32 investors out of more than $500,000. (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 23:07:30 GMT)
Final Glance: Investment Banks companies
NEW YORK (AP) -- Shares of some top investment banks companies were up at the close of trading: Goldman Sachs rose $3.81 or 2.5 percent, to $156.94. Morgan Stanley rose $.50 or 1.8 percent, to $28.06. (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 22:51:25 GMT)
Unum 4Q profit surges as investment losses shrink
Employee benefits and disability insurance provider Unum Group said Tuesday profit for the fourth quarter more than quadrupled as it saw investment losses shrink to a fraction of last year's levels. (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 22:49:16 GMT)
Midday Glance: Investment Banks companies
NEW YORK (AP) -- Shares of some top investment banks companies are up at noon: Goldman Sachs rose $2.10 or 1.4 percent, to $155.23. Morgan Stanley rose $.01 or percent, to $27.57. (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 19:45:11 GMT)
Economy headed for investment boom
DECISIONS on business investment projects over the next six months will be the key to whether the country heads for another investment boom, an independent forecaster says. (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:27:50 GMT)
Think of your charitable contribution as an investment
Before you make a charitable donation, do the same research you would when making any other investment, suggests Rebecca Davies, director of fundraising with Doctors Without Borders. (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:26:53 GMT)
Hitachi expanding Thai investment
Hitachi Asia is boosting its investment here to position Thailand as its manufacturing base for Asia and the Middle East and a centre for research and development of energysaving products. (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:22:29 GMT)
BNY Mellon buying PNC's investment servicing unit
PNC Financial Services Group struck a deal to sell its global investment servicing business to Bank of New York Mellon for $2.31 billion, the companies announced this morning (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 15:30:26 GMT)
Early Glance: Investment Banks companies
NEW YORK (AP) -- Shares of some top investment banks companies are up at 10 a.m.: Goldman Sachs rose $1.53 or 1.0 percent, to $154.66. Morgan Stanley rose $.11 or .4 percent, to $27.67. (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 15:14:39 GMT)
BNY Mellon to Buy PNC’s Investment Unit for $2.31 Billion
Feb. 2 (Bloomberg) -- Bank of New York Mellon Corp agreed to buy PNC Financial Services Group Inc.’s global investment- servicing business for $2.31 billion to add hedge-fund and mutual-fund clients. (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 13:02:41 GMT)
BNY Mellon to Buy PNC’s Global Investment Unit for $2.31 Bln
Feb. 2 (Bloomberg) -- BNY Mellon announced a definitive agreement to acquire PNC’s Global Investment Servicing Inc. business, a provider of custody, fund accounting, transfer agency and outsourcing solutions for asset managers and financial advisors. (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 12:25:55 GMT)
Saudi Investment Fund to Finance Mecca-Medina Railway (Update1)
Feb. 2 (Bloomberg) -- Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund will provide interest-free loans to speed up work on a rail line linking Islam’s two holiest cities, the state-owned Saudi Press Agency said late yesterday. (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 09:20:57 GMT)
Residential Property Market To Flourish In 2010, Says Investment Bank
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 2 (Bernama) -- The residential property market is expected to thrive this year as it rides on the surge in demand, particularly in the medium-high segment, says MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd. (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 07:48:57 GMT)
Residential property market to flourish in 2010, says investment bank
UPDATED KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 2 – The residential property market is expected to thrive this year as it rides on the surge in demand, particularly in the medium-high segment, says MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd. Although new property launches in key cities like Kuala Lumpur, Johor Baru and Penang had been less encouraging, the expected stronger economy this year should see the launches of ... (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 07:47:51 GMT)
[NEWS ] RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY MARKET TO FLOURISH IN 2010, SAYS INVESTMENT BANK
As for property sector, MIDF Amanah Investment Bank maintained neutral as it expects property sales to undergo a minor correction when Bank Negara Malaysia begins to tighten monetary policy and foreign funds start withdrawing should the economic recovery lose its momentum. (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 07:32:29 GMT)
Siemens to increase Indian investment
German industrial conglomerate Siemens AG said Tuesday it would double its annual investment in India to euro250 million , as it continues to grow in emerging market economies. (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 07:20:32 GMT)
UK Opposition To Set Out Plans For Green Investment Bank
UK Opposition To Set Out Plans For Green Investment Bank (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 02:03:02 GMT)
UPDATE: Barclays Wealth Hires Investment Representatives
UPDATE: Barclays Wealth Hires Investment Representatives (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 01:17:52 GMT)
Final Glance: Investment Banks companies
NEW YORK (AP) -- Shares of some top investment banks companies were up at the close of trading: Goldman Sachs rose $4.41 or 3.0 percent, to $153.13. Morgan Stanley rose $.78 or 2.9 percent, to $27.56. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 22:49:45 GMT)
Stock School: Student-Managed Investment Plans
Student-managed investment funds offer future investment professionals a chance to manage real money while earning their degrees. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 22:24:16 GMT)
Investment group misses bid deadline for Astros
Houston Astros owner Drayton McLane, who bought the team in November 1992 for about $117 million, set a Jan. 31 deadline for an investment group to make an offer. On Monday, McLane said "nothing materialized" and he was looking ahead to the 2010 season. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 19:20:45 GMT)
Investment group misses McLane's deadline
Houston Astros owner Drayton McLane is apparently keeping his team. McLane, who bought the team in November 1992 for about $117 million, had set a Jan. 31 deadline for an investment group to make an offer. On Monday, McLane said "nothing materialized" and he was looking ahead to the 2010 season. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 19:02:49 GMT)
Midday Glance: Investment Banks companies
NEW YORK (AP) -- Shares of some top investment banks companies are up at noon: Goldman Sachs rose $4.65 or 3.1 percent, to $153.37. Morgan Stanley rose $.97 or 3.6 percent, to $27.75. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 17:50:05 GMT)
Canada-Quebec Investment in Four Green Infrastructure Projects in the Montreal Region
MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Feb. 1, 2010) - Steven Blaney, MP for Lévis-Bellechasse, and Line Beauchamp, Quebec Minister of Sustainable Development, the Environment and Parks, are pleased today to announce their support for four green infrastructure projects in the Greater Montreal Region. The projects represent a total investment of nearly $559M for the region. To carry out the projects ... (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 16:36:01 GMT)
First liquidators appointed to an open ended investment company
The first provisional liquidators to an open ended investment company ( OEIC ) are set to be appointed. Lawyers from Charles Russell secured the appointment of provisional liquidators to an OEIC. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 16:30:46 GMT)
Abraaj Capital, Palestine Investment Fund Launch $50 Mln Private Equity Fund
The Palestine Investment Fund (PIF), a publicly owned investment fund which aims to strengthen the Palestinian economy through key strategic investments, and private equity group Abraaj Capital announce the first closing of a US$50 million private equity fund dedicated to Palestine. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 16:21:53 GMT)
Investment consent for Wyuna
The Overseas Investment Commission has granted consent for the Wyuna Station to transfer 84ha of preserve land to a residents' association, clearing the way for a new subdivision on the station. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 16:17:35 GMT)
Think of your charitable contribution as an investment
Before you make a charitable donation, do the same research you would when making any other investment, suggests Rebecca Davies, director of fundraising with Doctors Without Borders. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 15:53:12 GMT)
Early Glance: Investment Banks companies
NEW YORK (AP) -- Shares of some top investment banks companies are up at 10 a.m.: Goldman Sachs rose $2.61 or 1.8 percent, to $151.33. Morgan Stanley rose $.97 or 3.6 percent, to $27.75. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 15:19:40 GMT)
Moly Mines says nod for Hanlong investment delayed
Feb 1 (Reuters) - Australian base minerals explorer Moly Mines Ltd. said China's foreign exchange regulator was yet to approve an investment by Hanlong Mining Investment Pty Ltd's investment in the company. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 15:06:37 GMT)
AMG to Make Investment in U.K. Fund Manager Artemis Investment
Feb. 1 (Bloomberg) -- Affiliated Managers Group Inc. and the management team of Artemis Investment Management Ltd. have reached a definitive agreement to buy 100% of the equity of Artemis from Fortis Bank SA/NV. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:40:45 GMT)
BOT lifts overseas investment ceiling to $50 bn
The Bank of Thailand has lifted the outstanding value of combined overseas investment from US$30 billion to $50 billion, as part of its move to counter greater currency volatility. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 10:52:20 GMT)
My Dumbest Investment
My dumbest investment has been keeping too much of my 401(k) money in my employer's stock. Shares have fallen from $47 in February 2007 to close to $1 recently. I accumulated a lot of shares over 20 years. ... (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 08:24:12 GMT)
Investment fund seeks £100m to put into property
THE managers of a new investment fund which will target real estate in the North of England say they have won support from The Royal Bank of Scotland and Nationwide. (31/01/2010 19:25:45) (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 08:19:26 GMT)
Investment group buys debt on industrial park
Indianapolis -- Mann Properties is part of a new investment group called GCP Investment that has bought the debt on Georgetown Commerce Park, 7301 Georgetown Road. Mann will lease and manage the two-building, 150,000-square-foot industrial park, which is in foreclosure. (Star report) (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 07:14:02 GMT)
Generator looks for investment now it has resource consents
An innovative hydro scheme to generate electricity while dealing with historic mine leachates from the West Coast's Stockton plateau has been granted resource consents which could add between 20MW and 50MW of electricity generation capacity if investment partners can be found. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 05:41:54 GMT)
AUO to add 15 billion yen investment in Japan-based poly-Si maker M.Setek
Taiwan-based TFT-LCD panel maker AU Optronics (AUO) on January 29 announced the additional investment of 15 billion yen (US$167 million) in M.Setek, AUO's poly-Si material subsidiary based in Japan, through subscription to new shares to be issued by M.Setek. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 04:32:30 GMT)
Xstrata mulls $15b Queensland coal investment
Xstrata is considering up to $15 billion investment to boost output at its thermal coal project to 100 million tonnes a year. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 03:45:06 GMT)
(AFX UK Focus) 2010-02-01 02:39 HSBC happy with BoCom as China investment vehicle -CEO
HONG KONG, Feb 1 (Reuters) - HSBC Holdings is happy with its stake in Bank of Communications as its primary investment vehicle in China, HSBC's chief executive said on Monday. Speaking in an interview on CNBC, HSBC chief executive Michael Geoghegan made his comments after Britain's Sunday Telegraph reported that the British lender was considering a bid for a major Chinese bank to reinforce its ... (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 03:13:39 GMT)
HSBC happy with BoCom as China investment vehicle - CEO
HSBC Holdings is happy with its stake in Bank of Communications as its primary investment vehicle in China, HSBC's chief executive said on Monday.- (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 02:32:00 GMT)
Arab investment fund gets started in Palestinian territories
Two Arab investment companies have announced the launch of the first private equity fund in the region. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 01:12:16 GMT)
Greenhill Capital Partners Announces Investment in Acrisure LLC
NEW YORK -- Greenhill Capital Partners, LLC ("GCP") announced the completion of a $20 million investment in Acrisure LLC ("Acrisure" or the "Company"), a Midwest insurance brokerage company headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan. (Sun, 31 Jan 2010 21:08:41 GMT)
Tien Giang attracts investment of US$704 million
VietNamNet Bridge - A total investment of nearly VND13 trillion (US$703.85 million) was pledged for the Mekong Delta’s Tien Giang during a conference January 29 on investment promotion in the province. (Sun, 31 Jan 2010 16:35:19 GMT)
China to boost investment in rural areas, increase farm subsidies (Business Times
BEIJING: China will increase agricultural subsidies, investment and financial services to rural areas in an effort to spur development and boost domestic consumption, the Xinhua news agency reported yesterday. A document jointly issued by the the State Council, China's Cabinet, and the Communist Party's Central Committee said the measures aimed to "better coordinate" urban and rural development ... (Sun, 31 Jan 2010 15:46:55 GMT)
China to boost investment in rural areas, increase farm subsidies (Business Times
BEIJING: China will increase agricultural subsidies, investment and financial services to rural areas in an effort to spur development and boost domestic consumption, the Xinhua news agency reported yesterday. (Sun, 31 Jan 2010 15:05:23 GMT)
Financial experts offer tips on reaching investment goals
Slogging your way through an investment portfolio can be a tough task for even the most experienced of brokers. But don't limit yourself to stocks or any single type of investment, experts say. First figure out why you are investing: retirement, college savings or maybe just a new, expensive toy. (Sun, 31 Jan 2010 12:39:52 GMT)
Medical Education Study And Warns Urgent Investment In Infrastructure And Resources Is Essential, Australia
The Australian Medical Students' Association (AMSA) welcomes publication of the Federal Government's What Makes for Success in Medical Education? Synthesis Report, which highlights the urgent need for investment in medical education, and warns that the requirement for investment in resources and infrastructure is now more urgent than ever... (Sun, 31 Jan 2010 11:40:25 GMT)
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