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Swansea Seeks Investment Advisor
The City & County of Swansea Council is seeking one or more independent investment advisors for the GBP790 million Swansea Pension Fund , writes The Financial Times . The scheme, part of the Local Government Pension Scheme , provides pension benefits for employees of the council in South Wales as well as to 20 scheduled or admitted bodies. (Fri, 15 Sep 2006 14:11:22 GMT)
China uses less foreign investment this year
China is making less use of foreign investment this year, according to statistics released Friday by the Ministry of Commerce. (Fri, 15 Sep 2006 14:47:35 GMT)
Fieldstone Investment Sets Dividend
Fieldstone Investment Corp. said Friday its board declared a quarterly cash dividend of 34 cents per share, payable on Oct. 27 to stockholders of record at Sept. 29. (Fri, 15 Sep 2006 15:44:50 GMT)
Fieldstone Investment sets dividend
The common stock will begin trading ex-dividend on Sept. 27. Fieldstone Investment Corporation owns and manages a portfolio of mortgage loans originated primarily by its Fieldstone Mortgage Co. unit, a nationwide residential mortgage banking company. (Fri, 15 Sep 2006 15:50:09 GMT)
Kurdish Region Promoting Investment
PRAGUE, September 15, 2006 (RFE/RL) - Over the past year, the Iraqi Kurdish regional government has taken steps to unify its Al-Sulaymaniyah and Irbil administrations, drafted a constitution for the region, passed an investment law, and drafted a petroleum law, which is expected to be presented to the Kurdish parliament for ratification this month. (Fri, 15 Sep 2006 16:21:57 GMT)
Govt launches infra investment program - Chile
Chilean President Michelle Bachelet has launched a plan to carry out productive development infrastructure works, with a US$780mn investment slated for 2007. (Fri, 15 Sep 2006 18:58:08 GMT)
NASD Warns About Early Retirement Investment Pitches
In connection with its enforcement action against Securities America , NASD has issued an investor alert warning workers about investment pitches that guarantee comfortable early retirements. (Fri, 15 Sep 2006 19:46:15 GMT)
Venezuela-China Joint Oil, Gas Investment to Reach $5 Billion
Joint investment by Beijing and Caracas to develop oil and gas fields in Venezuela will reach $5 billion, Energy Minister Rafael Ramirez said Friday. He told state television that the accords signed with China contemplate developing projects in three parts of Venezuela. (Fri, 15 Sep 2006 20:04:58 GMT)
China's foreign direct investment down 8.49% in August
BEIJING -- China's actual foreign direct investment in August was down 8.49 percent year-on-year to $4.49 billion, the Ministry of Commerce said Friday. (Fri, 15 Sep 2006 20:23:54 GMT)
Quark 'flagship' project to attract investment: Punjab Govt
Chandigarh, Sept 15: The Punjab Government today said that the Quark Information Technology Project at Mohali as the flagship project aimed at attracting foreign investment, the state assembly was informed during question the hour. (Sat, 16 Sep 2006 05:29:16 GMT)
Assemblies urged to facilitate investment in Elmina
Elmina, Sept 15, GNA - An investment to promote the vast tourism potential in Elmina was held on Thursday with a call on the district assembly to develop strategies that will promote the socio-economic potentials of the district. (Sat, 16 Sep 2006 06:10:42 GMT)
Road Shows on investment in the Pakistani Capital Markets
The Central Depository Company of Pakistan Limited is hosting road shows to promote investment in the Pakistani capital markets at Abu Dhabi and Dubai on the 18th and 20th of September, 2006, respectively. (Sat, 16 Sep 2006 07:14:19 GMT)
DIFX Academy to hold first globally recognised UK SII investment course
The Dubai International Financial Exchange (DIFX) Academy, the region's leading financial training provider, will next month hold the first of its benchmark investment courses accredited by the UK Securities & Investment Institute (SII). (Sat, 16 Sep 2006 07:59:09 GMT)
Commission recommends 49 pc foreign investment in Nepal media
Kathmandu, Sept 16: A high-level media commission has recommended that Nepal allow up to 49 per cent foreign direct investment in its media sector Parliament Member Radheshyam Adhikari, head of the 13 member government-constituted commission has submitted its report to Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala. (Sat, 16 Sep 2006 08:38:12 GMT)
Investment Dar, $150m bonds
Kuwait based Investment Dar is to sell $150m of Islamic bonds on September 20, its second shariah compliant offering, reported Bloomberg. The five year bonds will pay 1.25% above six month dollar Libor in the first three years. (Sat, 16 Sep 2006 10:29:39 GMT)
‘Adopt zero investment farming method’
Joint Director of the Agriculture Department B H Manjappa advised the farmers to follow the zero investment farming system to get profit. (Sat, 16 Sep 2006 20:26:16 GMT)
Prime Minister for speedy execution of investment projects
ISLAMABAD (September 17 2006): Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz has emphasised the need for greater inter-ministerial and inter-provincial co-ordination to further expedite the implementation of local and foreign investment projects. (Sat, 16 Sep 2006 23:02:09 GMT)
India will be hot investment spot for global realtors
New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) India is all set to emerge as a hot spot for global realty and investment firms as the appetite for office space, especially from IT industry, is growing at a phenomenal pace, says a new study. (Sun, 17 Sep 2006 04:32:49 GMT)
Say Goodbye to Over-Hyped Investment Plans - Building a Solid Portfolio Is Easy With the Powerful Value Stock Selector
Investment planners agree, the way to build a solid portfolio lies in having a logical plan. (Sun, 17 Sep 2006 06:19:00 GMT)
College town investment can pay off, but study up
If you dropped off a college student for the fall term recently, it might be worth the time next visit to check out homes for sale near campus. Not only have some red-hot markets slowed considerably, but the housing cycle could be reinvigorated by the time your student graduates. (Sun, 17 Sep 2006 07:13:04 GMT)
Naxal attacks hit investment plans
Attacks by Maoist rebels on mining and other commercial activities in Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand and Orissa have cast a shadow on investment plans by private players. (Sun, 17 Sep 2006 07:53:25 GMT)
Europe: Market for socially responsible investment worth 1 trillion euros
Up to 1 trillion euros are now managed through socially responsible investment (SRI) funds in Europe, according to a study by the European Social Investmnet Forum (Eurosif). (Sun, 17 Sep 2006 08:11:06 GMT)
Innovative investment products from Crystal Finance
Crystal Finance Investments Ltd recently introduced innovative investment products targeted for professional treasury managers seeking optimum return for their short-term liquidity. (Sun, 17 Sep 2006 08:18:58 GMT)
Investment boom continues in India; prices under check: FM
K R Sudhaman,Singapore, Sept 17: India today said that strong fundamentals have helped the domestic economy to negotiate effectively recent stock market volatility and pressure on prices, enabling the investment boom to continue for the third year in a row. (Sun, 17 Sep 2006 14:00:34 GMT)
Moscow's new school looks west
It is not often that a brand new business school sets up shop, let alone one that has the vocal support of national government and the financial support of local and international businessmen. But then, not everywhere is Moscow and not every business school founder commands the respect of Ruben Vardanian, chairman and chief executive of Troika Dialog, the investment bank. (Sun, 17 Sep 2006 18:30:26 GMT)
Foreign-investment laws need overhaul
Foreign-investment laws should be revamped and relaxed if Thailand is to strengthen its long-term competitiveness and continue to draw investment, according to local economists. (Sun, 17 Sep 2006 19:53:08 GMT)
BSNL’s mega investment
BSNL on Sunday announced an investment of Rs 17,000 crore in the current fiscal to increase GSM, CDMA, brodband services. “Rs 6,000 crore has been earmarked for GSM expansion. Rs 3,000 crore will be spent for expanding broadband services,” said BSNL CMD A K Sinha. (Sun, 17 Sep 2006 20:42:26 GMT)
London Is Biggest Chinese Investment Target In Europe
Sept. 18, 2006 -- London is the most popular base for Chinese companies expanding into Europe, and has attracted 15% of all Chinese foreign direct investment into Europe since 2002, a new study shows. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 04:14:49 GMT)
US-BAHRAIN BUSINESS COUNCIL PLANS MORE INT'L INVESTMENT OPP'S
Trade / foreign investment The US-Bahrain Business Council is planning further increases in trade and investment opportunities between the two countries, said Economic Development Board (EDB) chief executive Shaikh Mohammed bin Isa Al Khalifa. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 04:41:03 GMT)
US-Bahrain Business Council Plans More Int'l Investment Opp's
The US-Bahrain Business Council is planning further increases in trade and investment opportunities between the two countries, said Economic Development Board (EDB) chief executive Shaikh Mohammed bin Isa Al Khalifa. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 04:41:03 GMT)
The Times' wobbly investment
In the 13 years since the New York Times Co. paid $1.1 billion to acquire the Boston Globe, the media giant has struggled to make the deal a winning investment. In fact, it's likely the Globe's value has deteriorated significantly over that period, perhaps by as much as 30 percent, according to media experts and a Boston Business Journal analysis. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 04:49:30 GMT)
JPMorgan hires Saltzman to run local investment operations
Officials with JPMorgan Chase & Co. have recruited an executive from another local investment firm to lead its JPMorgan Private Clients Services unit in Louisville. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 04:52:39 GMT)
China to invite foreign shipbuilding investment
SHANGHAI, Sept 18 (Reuters) - China will encourage overseas investment in its shipbuilding industry, while capping combined foreign stakes in shipbuilding companies at 49 percent, official media said on Monday. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 06:07:25 GMT)
Saudia seeks local investment
Saudi Arabian Airlines is looking for investment from local businessmen as it moves to privatise non-core businesses, Arab News reported. The airline's catering, cargo, ground support, maintenance and training businesses will be made Saudia subsidiaries under a holding company. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 08:29:19 GMT)
Investment Technology CEO to retire, successor named
Sept 18 (Reuters) - Investment Technology Group Inc. on Monday said its founder and Chief Executive Officer Ray Killian, 69, was retiring, and named Robert Gasser as his successor from Oct. 4. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 11:17:49 GMT)
$19 Million Investment Supports SchoolNet's Mission to Improve the Nation's Public Schools
SchoolNet, Inc., a leading software company that helps public school districts improve efficiency and increase academic achievement, today announced the completion of a $19 million Series C financing. The investors, who include The Carlyle Group, Hamilton Lane, and New York City Investment Fund (NYCIF), were impressed with the impact that the company is having with public school districts across (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 11:23:24 GMT)
UK: Norwich Union to add 29 funds to investment bond
Norwich Union is to add 29 funds to the Portfolio investment bond. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 11:31:56 GMT)
US Farms, Inc. Engages Ascendiant Securities for Investment Banking Services
US Farms, Inc. (OTCBB: USFI) today announced its engagement of Ascendiant Securities LLC, a nationally ranked investment banking firm and registered broker-dealer. Ascendiant will, on a best efforts basis, introduce US Farms, Inc. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 13:14:45 GMT)
Franklin Templeton lowers minimum investment amount
MUMBAI, Sept 18 (Reuters) - Franklin Templeton Asset Management (India) Pvt. Ltd. on Monday said it had lowered the minimum investment amount for fresh purchases in institutional plans of three funds to 50 million rupees from 70 million rupees. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 13:26:20 GMT)
Singapore and Ukraine sign investment guarantee pact
SINGAPORE : Singapore and Ukraine have signed an Investment Guarantee Agreement, reflecting the growing bilateral economic relations between the two countries. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 13:36:06 GMT)
Karnataka could get Rs. 2,000 crore investment
BANGALORE: Several US business delegations would visit the city next week to interact with Karnataka government to explore investment opportunities, which is likely to result in an investment flow of at least Rs 2,000 crore, State Minister for Major Industries Katta Subramanyam Naidu said today. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 13:55:08 GMT)
HP Opens Three Experience Centers As Part of $500 Million Investment in Service-Oriented Architecture
HP (NYSE:HPQ)(Nasdaq:HPQ) today unveiled three facilities in Cupertino, Calif., Singapore and Bangalore, India, as part of a $500 million investment to deliver world-class service-oriented architecture (SOA) to enterprise customers. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 14:16:54 GMT)
Investment Technology Names New CEO
Investment Technology Group Inc., a provider of automated equity trading services to institutional investors and brokers, on Monday named Robert Gasser chief executive and president effective Oct. 4. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 14:36:43 GMT)
Investment Technology names new CEO
Gasser, 41, was also named a member of the board. He will replace Ray Killian, 69, who is retiring as CEO, but retain his role as chairman. Investment Technology shares rose 27 cents to $46.92 in morning trading on the New York Stock Exchange. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 14:50:49 GMT)
Sun Life Financial Has Hired Investment Bank for MFS Unit
Sept. 18 (Bloomberg) -- Sun Life Financial Inc., Canada's second-largest insurer, said it has hired investment bankers to look at ``alternatives'' for its U.S. money-management unit. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 15:43:24 GMT)
TravelCenters of America to be sold to investment firm for $1.9B
TravelCenters of America Inc., the country's largest truck-stop chain, said Monday that real-estate investment firm Hospitality Properties Trust was buying it for $1.9 billion. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 16:25:14 GMT)
Sun Life Hires Investment Bankers for MFS Unit (Update1)
Sept. 18 (Bloomberg) -- Sun Life Financial Inc., Canada's second-largest insurer, hired investment bankers to consider a possible sale of its U.S. money-management unit, which has had $16 billion withdrawn from its funds over four years. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 16:43:24 GMT)
Xenon Pharmaceuticals Announces a USD $5M Investment by Takeda Research Investment
Vancouver, BC, September 18, 2006--(T-Net)--Xenon Pharmaceuticals, a privately held company engaged in developing novel small molecule therapies for select neurological, cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, announced that Takeda Research Investment has made a strategic equity investment of USD $5M in the Company. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 17:13:06 GMT)
Auckland 'a powerhouse that needs more investment'
Auckland is the country's economic "powerhouse", but under-investment in vital sectors like communications and roading is hampering its development, according to a new report. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 17:16:06 GMT)
KULARB KAEW CASE Surin: 'The investment was my cash'
The main shareholder in controversial Kularb Kaew Co Ltd, Surin Upatkoon, yesterday insisted he financed his investment in the company with his own money. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 17:19:08 GMT)
A year after exodus, Morgan Stanley investment bank is remade
NEW YORK (MarketWatch) -- Morgan Stanley, a year after a coup bled its management ranks and culminated in the resignation of its chief executive, is reshaping its investment-banking unit with a focus on youth. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 17:39:06 GMT)
Tata to explore investment in Bihar
Ratan Tata is arriving in Patna on September 21 to explore possibilities for investment in Bihar. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 17:42:55 GMT)
Sun Life hires investment banker to shop around MFS business
Sun Life Financial Inc. confirmed Monday that it has hired an investment banker to explore "strategic alternatives" for its MFS Investment Management business. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 17:51:04 GMT)
Sun Life Hires Investment Bankers for MFS Unit (Update2)
Sept. 18 (Bloomberg) -- Sun Life Financial Inc., Canada's second-largest insurer, hired investment bankers to consider a possible sale of its U.S. money-management unit, which has had $16 billion withdrawn from its funds over four years. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 18:13:24 GMT)
U.S. signs trade, investment pact with Mauritius
The United States and Mauritius signed an agreement on Monday to expand trade and investment ties between the world's largest economy and the Indian Ocean island nation of 1.2 million people. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 18:31:21 GMT)
China rethinks foreign investment policy
The going for foreign businesses in China, never easy, has gotten tougher as the government rethinks the "open door" policies that have made the country a magnet for foreign investment. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 18:41:58 GMT)
China Rethinks Foreign Investment Policy
The going for foreign businesses in China, never easy, has gotten tougher as the government rethinks the "open door" policies that have made the country a magnet for foreign investment. New rules forcing foreign news agencies to distribute news, photos... (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 19:02:41 GMT)
Great Company, Lousy Investment
All else being equal, the return you'll earn on any investment comes down to two main things: the length of time you hold it, and the price you pay. Every Fool knows that when it comes to investing, all else isn't equal, of course. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 19:03:31 GMT)
Sun Life Hires Investment Bankers for MFS Unit (Update3)
Sept. 18 (Bloomberg) -- Sun Life Financial Inc., Canada's second-largest insurer, hired investment bankers to consider a possible sale of its U.S. money-management unit, which has had $16 billion withdrawn from its funds over four years. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 20:58:24 GMT)
Sudan calls for Darfur investment
Sudan's finance minister says Darfur needs investment in hospitals and schools not a UN peacekeeping mission. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 21:58:57 GMT)
Real estate is a great investment, but don't put all your nest eggs in it
Q: I have always heard that real estate is the best investment. What kind of real estate is best? (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 05:05:29 GMT)
Investment climate grows cloudy
China's foreign investment climate grows cloudy The going for foreign businesses in China, never easy, has gotten tougher as the government rethinks the ''open door'' policies that have made the country a magnet for foreign investment. (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 07:05:23 GMT)
World Bank under scrutiny over mining investment
SINGAPORE -- The World Bank came under pressure Tuesday to justify its investment in mining projects which non-government organizations (NGOs) charged does little to alleviate poverty and wreaks environmental havoc. (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 08:22:56 GMT)
World Bank under scrutiny over mining investment
The World Bank has come under pressure to justify its investment in mining projects which non-government organisations charged does little to alleviate poverty and wreaks environmental havoc. (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 09:27:13 GMT)
Sonata Software plans overseas investment
MUMBAI, Sept 19 (Reuters) - Sonata Software Ltd. said on Tuesday its board would meet on Sept. 26 to consider investment in an overseas company. (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 09:35:58 GMT)
Cabinet approves raising govt pension fund investment limits
The Cabinet Tuesday approved the Government Pension Fund to raise its investment limits in property, corporate bonds and foreign assets. (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 10:01:58 GMT)
Dip in foreign investment in U.S., rising oil bill widen 2Q trade gap
The United States' trade deficit increased in the second quarter to the second-highest level in history, reflecting a big increase in payments for foreign oil and a deterioration in the country's investment position. (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 13:17:03 GMT)
UK-based Securities and Investment Institute opens Singapore office
SINGAPORE : UK-based Securities and Investment Institute, or SII, has opened an office in Singapore. The qualifications body is anticipating strong demand for skilled staff in Asia's booming financial sector and is aiming to make Singapore its gateway into the region. (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 14:20:56 GMT)
Trio Hosts Investment Solution Workshops
Key representatives from all three companies will be presenting on various investment solutions for clients. The New Star Tri-Star Unit Trust , lead managed by Gregor Logan , New Star's joint cio, is designed to appeal to investors seeking both capital growth and income. (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 14:26:23 GMT)
IAO, DOX and NGEN Update the Investment Community in All-New Interviews With WallSt.net
On September 14, Mark Scott, President and Chief Financial Officer of IA Global, Inc. updated the investment community in an all-new interview with http://www.wallst.net/ . Interview highlights include detailed discussions on the following topics: (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 15:11:11 GMT)
IAO, DOX and NGEN Update the Investment Community in All-New Interviews With WallSt.net
On September 14, Mark Scott, President and Chief Financial Officer of IA Global, Inc. updated the investment community in an all-new interview with http://www.wallst.net/ . Interview highlights include detailed discussions on the following topics: (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 15:38:39 GMT)
Russia's Shell move raises investment worries
BRUSSELS, Sept 19 (Reuters) - Russia's clampdown on Royal Dutch Shell for allegedly flaunting environmental rules in a gas and oil project is a further sign that Moscow is putting up barriers to foreign investment, analysts said. (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 16:17:27 GMT)
No need for new Investment Center: councilor
THERE is really no need for a new investment center under the local government unit for Davao City, said Councilor Jose Louie P. Villafuerte during his privileged speech in Tuesday's regular council session. (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 16:57:35 GMT)
Investment banks target LSE revenue, say analysts
LONDON (MarketWatch) -- Nine investment banks unveiled plans Tuesday to pool trade transparency information across Europe, in a move that analysts said targeted the London Stock Exchange. (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 17:50:39 GMT)
S3 Investment Company CEO Discusses Upcoming Annual Report and Progress of Subsidiary Operations
S3 Investment Company, Inc. (OTCBB: SEIH)chief executive officer Jim Bickel today commented on the company'supcoming 10K-SB annual report, which will include consolidated financialinformation on S3 including the audited financial statements of itssubsidiaries. This report will be the first to provide details on thefinancial performance of S3 subsidiaries SINO UJE, Ltd. and RedwoodCapital, Inc., (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 17:53:39 GMT)
CLX Investment Company Announces Zonda Distribution Agreement for HandiLab Test in Turkey
CLX Investment Company, Inc. (OTCBB: CLXN), adiversified investment fund with holdings in e-learning, global advertisingand diagnostic testing markets, today announced that portfolio investmentZonda Incorporated has entered into a distribution agreement to introduceits HandiLab-C test for chlamydia in Turkey. (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 17:53:49 GMT)
Former Legg investment banker named CFO at GenVec
GenVec has hired the former life sciences director of a Baltimore investment firm as its new CFO. (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 19:21:46 GMT)
ATK CFO John Shroyer to Speak at Bank of America's 36th Annual Investment Conference
Alliant Techsystems, will webcast the remarks of its Chief Financial Officer, Mr. John Shroyer, when he appears at the Bank of America 36th Annual Investment Conference on September 21. Mr. Shroyer is scheduled to provide formal comments to the conference attendees beginning at 11:30 a.m. (EDT). Immediately following his formal remarks, Mr. Shroyer will participate in a separate breakout session (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 20:24:54 GMT)
Aides work on U.S. foreign investment compromise
Congressional staff are drafting compromise legislation that would tighten rules on foreign investment in the United States, lawmakers' aides and lobbyists said on Tuesday. (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 23:07:18 GMT)
Iranian Urges Nuclear Energy Investment
The World Bank and other investment bodies should back investment in nuclear energy in Iran, the Islamic republic said Wednesday. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 02:29:01 GMT)
Goldman Sachs plans India investment
Goldman Sachs Group, which ended a 10-year alliance with the Indian billionaire Uday Kotak in March, plans to bring $1 billion in investment capital to India over two years. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 08:48:21 GMT)
Think twice before you start an investment club
QUESTION: Several of my friends are planning to start an investment club. Club members would contribute a fixed amount per month, and we hope... (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 09:14:47 GMT)
Fund managers often a good investment
If you believe that all your mutual fund fees go to silver-haired investment wizards, you probably believe in the wee folk who dance across the lily pads in the moonlight, too. Sure, your fees pay for research. They pay for starter castles and racehorses, too. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 09:42:19 GMT)
China receives $400,000 investment
The Asian Cricket Council has announced that it allocated $200,000 to the Chinese cricket authorities to promote the game inside the country, and that sum will be matched by the ICC, making the total investment $400,000. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 10:40:12 GMT)
Unicorn Investment Bank and WestLB successfully close US$150m Sukuk for Investment Dar
Unicorn Investment Bank ('UIB') and WestLB London Branch have today successfully closed the US$150 million Musharaka Trust Sukuk for Kuwait's Investment Dar. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 10:59:40 GMT)
SHUAA Asset Management and Forsyth Partners announce new investment initiative
SHUAA Asset Management, a division of SHUAA Capital psc - the leading UAE based specialist in regional financial markets - and investment specialist Forsyth Partners today announced the launch of a unique investment initiative - the Arab Asia Gateway Fund. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 11:29:09 GMT)
Hammer on Investment Banker's Coffin: Michael Lewis (Update1)
Sept. 20 (Bloomberg) -- It's hard to ignore the aroma of calculation that rises from the pages of ``The Accidental Investment Banker,'' the new addition to the fast-growing pile of Wall Street memoirs. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 11:46:23 GMT)
Investment in fixed capital in Russia up 12.6% in August
MOSCOW. Sept 20 (Interfax) - Investment in fixed capital in Russia grew 12.6% year-on-year to 410 billion rubles in August, the Federal State Statistics Service (Rosstat) said. Analysts polled by Interfax expected fixed capital investment to grow 10.4% in August 2006. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 14:04:18 GMT)
Lazard appoints European investment-banking head
LONDON (MarketWatch) -- Lazard has appointed Georges Ralli, the head of its Paris office, to the newly created position of chief executive for European investment banking. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 14:25:11 GMT)
European investment banks to create data distribution platform
A group of leading investment banks announced a plan to pool trade transparency information across Europe to create a trade data and market data dissemination platform. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 14:53:20 GMT)
Sector Snap: Investment Banks Climb
Shares of investment banks rose modestly Wednesday after Morgan Stanley reported fiscal third-quarter earnings that topped estimates on higher institutional securities revenue, lower compensation expenses and a lower tax rate. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 15:05:20 GMT)
CYDF, SWHC and EGLS Update the Investment Community in All-New Interviews With WallSt.net
On August 10, Billy Robinson, CEO of Cyber Defense Systems, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: CYDF) updated the investment community in an all-new interview with http://www.wallst.net/ . Interview highlights include detailed discussions on the following topics: (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 15:10:30 GMT)
Sector snap: investment banks climb
Morgan Stanley joins Goldman Sachs Group Inc., Bear Stearns Cos. and Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. as investment banks releasing third-quarter earnings reports that beat expectations this month. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 15:21:13 GMT)
CYDF, SWHC and EGLS Update the Investment Community in All-New Interviews With WallSt.net
On August 10, Billy Robinson, CEO of Cyber Defense Systems, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: CYDF) updated the investment community in an all-new interview with http://www.wallst.net/ . Interview highlights include detailed discussions on the following topics: (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 15:23:29 GMT)
PM: More Reforms Needed to Improve Investment Climate
Prime Minister Zurab Nogaideli said on September 20 that although Georgia is the fastest reformer in the world, more vagarious reforms are needed to improve investment climate in the country. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 15:29:40 GMT)
Minnesota companies accused in land investment scheme
The Minnesota Attorney General's office said today it is suing a Minnesota-based business for securities fraud in a land investment scheme that took investors throughout the state for millions of dollars. IPM and its affiliates are accused of conducting investment seminars in Plymouth and Brooklyn Park in 2005 that encouraged people to invest in real estate and all but guaranteed returns of 30 (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 17:40:18 GMT)
Namibia: Future Generations Must Benefit From Land Investment
The Ministry of Lands and Resettlement has said that although there is potential in under-utilized land in both communal and commercial areas, investment in land must be planned in such a way that it benefits the country's present and future generations. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 18:06:44 GMT)
Packers' Kampman investment is paying off
In March, on the eve of free agency, the Green Bay Packers made a hefty investment in Aaron Kampman. Kampman had been one (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 18:18:32 GMT)
Retirement Residences Real Estate Investment Trust Announces September 2006 Monthly Distribution
Retirement Residences Real Estate Investment Trust ('Retirement REIT') (TSX: RRR.UN) today announced that a distribution of $0.035 per unit has been declared for September, 2006, payable October 16, 2006, to the unitholders of record as at September 29, 2006. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 20:40:20 GMT)
Snasco group to invest Dh2b in Sharjah Investment Centre
Sharjah: A group of six investors led by property development and investment firm Snasco have launched a mixed-use development in Sharjah to offer industrial space and residential units on a leasehold basis. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 21:07:13 GMT)
The Best Investment Strategy
When I say I'm a value investor, people often look at me as if I'm crazy. I'm not. I just know how to stack the odds in my favor. And I'm Foolish enough to believe that everyone should include value stocks as a significant part of their investment portfolio. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 21:33:22 GMT)
Duke Energy Files to Recover Investment
Duke Energy Corp. said Wednesday it filed with the North Carolina Utilities Commission seeking to ensure the recovery in future electric rates of its investment to evaluate and develop an advanced new nuclear power plant in the Carolinas. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 22:03:39 GMT)
Canadian crude oils BP's investment
HAMMOND | The $3 billion investment BP PLC is making in its Whiting Refinery will allow the company to refine a greater amount of extra heavy Canadian crude, increasing its daily output of gasoline and diesel fuel by 40,000 barrels a day. (Thu, 21 Sep 2006 05:32:54 GMT)
Students test investment skills with real money
GRAND FORKS (AP) - A Jamestown native and retired venture capitalist has given $200,000 to the University of North Dakota so students can test their investment skills. (Thu, 21 Sep 2006 06:20:52 GMT)
Morgan Stanley's profit increases on investment banking and trading
Morgan Stanley said yesterday that third-quarter profit surged on stronger investment-banking and trading business, surpassing analysts' expectations. Quarterly income jumped to $1.85 billion, or $1.75 a share, from $144 million, or 13 cents a share, in the same three months in 2005. Last year's results included a hefty expense of $1.03 billion, or 96 cents a share, related to the sale of Morgan (Thu, 21 Sep 2006 07:08:29 GMT)
Glory days for investment banks, but the mood music is changing
THE pattern is looking well established. Goldman Sachs set the scene nine days ago, Lehman Brothers and Bear Stearns echoed it, and Morgan Stanley yesterday gave out the same emphatic message. The world’s investment banks are riding high and producing stellar profits. (Thu, 21 Sep 2006 08:45:35 GMT)
SingTel's investment strategy unaffected by Thai coup
Singapore Telecommunications' investment strategy in Asia will not be affected by political uncertainty in Thailand following the military coup in Thailand, SingTel's new CEO said Thursday. (Thu, 21 Sep 2006 10:07:32 GMT)
RUXX investment index set to open 1.6% down
MOSCOW, September 21 (RIA Novosti) - Russia's newest investment index will open Thursday at 660.48 points, down 1.6% on the previous day's trading, following Wednesday evening's sessions on major world trading floors. (Thu, 21 Sep 2006 12:16:45 GMT)
Kumar to attend ‘India Investment Forum’ in New York
New Delhi, Sept. 21: Minister of State for Industry, Dr. Ashwani Kumar will represent India at the Third India Investment Forum in New York on September 25. (Thu, 21 Sep 2006 12:45:12 GMT)
Trade And Investment Missions Generate RM45 Million In Potential Sales
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 21 (Bernama) -- Potential sales totalling more than RM45 million were generated by the trade and investment missions to Karachi (Pakistan), Chennai and Kolkata (India). (Thu, 21 Sep 2006 13:12:00 GMT)
Major investment for Preston university
Preston's university is planning a multi-million investment which it hopes will establish it as one of the regions top research centres. (21/09/2006 15:03:44) (Thu, 21 Sep 2006 14:20:03 GMT)
Fixed capital investment will grow to 7.127 trillion rubles by 2009 - Kudrin
MOSCOW. Sept 21 (Interfax) - Total fixed capital investment in Russia, including foreign investment, will reach 7.127 trillion rubles by 2009, Finance Minster Alexei Kudrin said at a meeting at the State Duma on Thursday. (Thu, 21 Sep 2006 14:37:30 GMT)
Investment vehicle acquires Champion Sports
Leading Irish sports retailer Champion Sports Group has today been acquired by PCP ONE, an investment vehicle representing a consortium of investors led by John Quinn. (Thu, 21 Sep 2006 15:01:45 GMT)
Sonic Foundry Executive to Present at Noble Financial's Ontrack Investment Conference
Sonic Foundry(R) Inc. , a leader in automated rich media communications technology, today announced that chairman and CEO Rimas Buinevicius will be a featured presenter at the upcoming On Track Investment Conference next week at Ballantyne Resort in Charlotte, North Carolina. Using Sonic Foundry's Mediasite(TM) technology, the company will capture the presentations on behalf of Noble Financial (Thu, 21 Sep 2006 15:11:50 GMT)
Investment vehicle acquires Champion Sports
Leading Irish sports retailer Champion Sports Group has today been acquired by PCP ONE, an investment vehicle representing a consortium of investors led by John Quinn. (Thu, 21 Sep 2006 15:31:49 GMT)
Daniels: BP Refinery Plans Indiana’s Biggest Investment In Years
(AP) Governor Mitch Daniels says BP’s plans to spend $3 billion to expand a northwestern Indiana oil refinery will be the biggest investment in the state in years. (Thu, 21 Sep 2006 15:58:47 GMT)
Minimum investment norms for SEZ developers
NEW DELHI: In a bid to rule out SEZ applications from financially unsound entities, the board of approval (BoA) for SEZs has fixed minimum investment and net worth criteria for promoter companies. (Thu, 21 Sep 2006 16:32:25 GMT)
Investment Technology CEO Pay $750k
Investment Technology Group Inc., a provider of automated equity trading services, Thursday said its new chief executive will receive a salary of $750,000 a year. (Thu, 21 Sep 2006 17:06:30 GMT)
Investment vehicle acquires Champion Sports
Leading Irish sports retailer Champion Sports Group has today been acquired by PCP ONE, an investment vehicle representing a consortium of investors led by John Quinn. (Thu, 21 Sep 2006 17:17:09 GMT)
The Quiet Market Explosion While most of the industry has been focusing on exotic investment products and emerging
With total lendable assets hovering at $16 trillion globally, according to market analyst Data Monitor, the securities lending space quietly has grown into a powerhouse -- fueling more trading and helping to increase returns for many investment funds. (Thu, 21 Sep 2006 17:31:44 GMT)
S3 Investment Company Independent Auditors Travel to China for Upcoming Annual Report
S3 Investment Company, Inc. (OTCBB: SEIH)today announced that representatives from its independent auditing firm,Chisholm Bierwolf & Nilson, LLC, have traveled to China to perform auditsof S3's subsidiary companies, SINO UJE, Ltd. and Redwood Capital, Inc. Theinformation gathered for these audits will be included in the company'supcoming 10-KSB annual report, which will include consolidated (Thu, 21 Sep 2006 17:55:11 GMT)
SEZ board fixes investment limit for developers
The norms Minimum investment or net worth of the promoter company in the SEZs to be prescribed. Sector-specific SEZ developers must plough in a minimum investment of Rs 250 crore or have net worth of Rs 50 crore. (Thu, 21 Sep 2006 19:17:24 GMT)
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Carlos M. Gutierrez Announces $1.4 Million Investment in Osceola
US Commerce Secretary Carlos M Gutierrez Thursday announced an Economic Development Administration (EDA) investment to the city of Osceola, Arkansas. The $11.4 million investment will help build water and sewer system improvements to serve the Plum Point Energy Station. (Thu, 21 Sep 2006 20:31:15 GMT)
Investment vehicle acquires Champion Sports
Leading Irish sports retailer Champion Sports Group has today been acquired by PCP ONE, an investment vehicle representing a consortium of investors led by John Quinn. (Thu, 21 Sep 2006 20:32:15 GMT)
Pakistan anticipates large investment flow from UAE
DUBAI — The Central Depository Company (CDC) Pakistan which hosted a roadshow in Dubai on Wednesday to promote investment in the Pakistani capital markets is expecting a big growth in investment flows during the next 12 months. (Fri, 22 Sep 2006 04:42:12 GMT)
Students test investment skills with real money
GRAND FORKS (AP) - A Jamestown native and retired venture capitalist has given $200,000 to the University of North Dakota so students can test their investment skills. (Fri, 22 Sep 2006 06:21:14 GMT)
Barclays Launches Investment Notes For Retail Investors,
Barclays Stockbrokers on Monday launched Investment Notes, institutional quality products which are designed to enable retail investors to complement their portfolios in volatile market conditions with an element of capital protection at maturity. (Fri, 22 Sep 2006 06:26:26 GMT)
Investment under the loupe at central bank symposium
IS Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) overriding the importance of domestic investment in Namibia? This was the question at the heart of the eighth Bank of Namibia (BoN) symposium held in Windhoek on Wednesday, whose main objective was to discuss what could be done to stimulate local economic growth. (Fri, 22 Sep 2006 07:02:59 GMT)
RUXX investment index set to open 1.29% down
MOSCOW, September 22 (RIA Novosti) - Russia's newest investment index will open Friday at 651.96 points, down 1.29% on the previous day's trading, following Thursday evening's sessions on major world trading floors. (Fri, 22 Sep 2006 07:31:35 GMT)
Asia must boost infrastructure investment: ADB boss
A Jakarta train station. Asia must dramatically boost investment in infrastructure in the next decade or risk losing its global competitive edge, the president of the Asian Development Bank has warned (Fri, 22 Sep 2006 07:33:07 GMT)
Sports tickets emerge as investment option
The Pittsburgh Steelers' loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars Monday night did more than drop them in the division standings. It dropped them as an investment. (Fri, 22 Sep 2006 08:02:05 GMT)
Asia must boost infrastructure investment: ADB boss
Asia must dramatically boost investment in infrastructure in the next decade or risk losing its global competitive edge, the president of the Asian Development Bank warned. (Fri, 22 Sep 2006 09:40:15 GMT)
Gulf Investment plans buyback to ‘make profit’
DUBAI: The UAE’s Gulf General Investment Co is planning to buy back 5% of its stock which has lost half its value this year, a company official said yesterday. (Fri, 22 Sep 2006 10:30:23 GMT)
London leads Europe for VC investment
Growing businesses in London attract the ‘lion’s share’ of total venture capitalist (VC) investment in the UK, an influential report has found. Research, conducted by Library House on behalf of G2i, found that 38% of the £485m of UK VC investment went to London companies in 2005. (Fri, 22 Sep 2006 14:54:49 GMT)
Governor Rendell's $230 Million Investment in Land Recycling Has Cleaned up 950 Sites, Created or Retained 27,000 Jobs
Governor Edward G. Rendell today announced that the state's strategic investment of more than $230 million over the last three years to cleanup brownfields has yielded tremendous benefits for Pennsylvania's environment and economy, helping to clean up and redevelop roughly 950 abandoned industrial sites while creating or retaining some 27,000 jobs. (Fri, 22 Sep 2006 15:55:00 GMT)
BIR to inspect books of big banks on unit investment trust funds (UITF) for tax liabilities
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) will inspect the books of banks with huge unit investment trust funds or UITF transactions, including two big banks. (Fri, 22 Sep 2006 16:48:42 GMT)
Deutsche Bank to Launch Investment Fund Supporting Eye Care Hospitals in Developing Countries
NEW YORK----Sept. 22, 2006--Deutsche Bank announced it will create an innovative $20 million investment fund to finance the expansion of eye care hospitals in developing countries. The Eye Fund I will provide loans and guarantees to support the development of affordable, sustainable and accessible eye care for the world's poor while providing a near-market return for investors. (Fri, 22 Sep 2006 17:18:00 GMT)
Canadian Real Estate Investment Trust Acquires an Interest in Boucherville Retail Property
TORONTO, ONTARIO-- - Canadian Real Estate Investment Trust today announced that it has entered into an unconditional agreement with North American Development Group to acquire a 50% interest in a new-format unenclosed retail property in the City of Boucherville, Quebec . (Fri, 22 Sep 2006 18:28:20 GMT)
Namibia: Investment Under the Loupe At Central Bank Symposium
IS Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) overriding the importance of domestic investment in Namibia? This was the question at the heart of the eighth Bank of Namibia (BoN) symposium held in Windhoek on Wednesday, whose main objective was to discuss what could be done to stimulate local economic growth. (Fri, 22 Sep 2006 19:08:52 GMT)
Clinton unveils clean energy investment fund
NEW YORK - Former President Clinton announced the launch of an investment fund expected to raise more than $1 billion for renewable energy on Friday, the final day of his global issues conference. (Fri, 22 Sep 2006 19:20:08 GMT)
Pa. bridal-wear maker gets $5M investment
NewSpring Mezzanine Capital LP said Friday it has made a $3.5 million investment in bridal-apparel maker Alfred Angelo Inc. (Fri, 22 Sep 2006 19:51:06 GMT)
Washington Real Estate Investment Trust Announces 3rd Quarter 2006 Earnings Release Date and Conference Call Information
ROCKVILLE, Md.----Sept. 22, 2006--Washington Real Estate Investment Trust will announce 3rd Quarter 2006 Earnings in a Press Release issued on Thursday, October 26, 2006, after the market close. (Fri, 22 Sep 2006 20:08:00 GMT)
Fieldstone Investment Corporation Announces Its President and CEO to Present at The Wall Street Analyst Forum 17th
Fieldstone Investment Corporation announced today that Michael J. Sonnenfeld, its President and Chief Executive Officer, will be presenting at The Wall Street Analyst Forum 17th Annual Analyst Conference on Wednesday, September 27, 2006 beginning at 12:40 p.m. at The Princeton Club, New York, New York. (Fri, 22 Sep 2006 20:37:00 GMT)
Clinton launches investment fund to fight global warming while making profit
NEW YORK Bill Clinton is wrapping up his global issues conference with, with the news that he's helping launch an investment fund to raise more than a (b) billion dollars... (Fri, 22 Sep 2006 20:48:06 GMT)
Ghana: Brong Ahafo Region is Yet to Make an Impact Under the Investment Act
Brong Ahafo region is yet to make a significant impact under the Investment Act (Act 475) since its implementation 12 years ago in spite of its enormous natural resources. (Fri, 22 Sep 2006 20:54:03 GMT)
Clinton launches investment fund to fight global warming while making profit
NEW YORK Bill Clinton is wrapping up his global issues conference with, with the news that he's helping launch an investment fund to raise more than a (b) billion dollars for renewable energy. (Fri, 22 Sep 2006 20:58:17 GMT)
Fairfax Increases Investment in SFK
Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited, a Canadian provider of property and casualty insurance and reinsurance, said Friday it increased its investment in SFK Pulp Fund, in the portfolio of a subsidiary. (Fri, 22 Sep 2006 21:50:39 GMT)
Caisse de depot investment strategy is focused on emerging economies
MONTREAL (CP) - The head of Quebec's pension fund manager says the Caisse de depot's investment strategy is inspired by the 19th century Klondike gold rush. (Sat, 23 Sep 2006 00:35:05 GMT)
Caisse de depot investment strategy is focused on emerging economies
MONTREAL (CP) - The Caisse de depot's investment strategy in emerging markets is inspired by the 19th century Klondike gold rush, the head of Quebec's pension fund manager said Friday. (Sat, 23 Sep 2006 00:49:55 GMT)
Clinton launches investment fund to fight global warming while making profit
NEW YORK Bill Clinton is wrapping up his global issues conference with, with the news that he's helping launch an investment fund to raise more than a (b) billion dollars for renewable energy. (Sat, 23 Sep 2006 01:27:51 GMT)
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