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Empire Resorts to get $55 million investment
Struggling gaming company Empire Resorts Inc. said Wednesday it will receive $55 million in new capital from investment company Kien Huat Realty III Ltd. in exchange for stock representing just under 50 percent of Empire's voting power. The funds will come in... Sponsored Topics: Empire Resorts - Investment company - Company - Business - Investing (Wed, 19 Aug 2009 22:02:11 GMT)
Key and Rudd announce investment screening thresholds
The New Zealand and Australian governments have agreed to raise the screening thresholds for trans-Tasman investment. (Thu, 20 Aug 2009 04:26:21 GMT)
Thailand opens third investment-luring office in China
Bangkok - Thailand has opened a third investment office in China, based in the southern city of Guangzhou, to try to lure more Chinese investment, the Board of Investment said Thursday. "Its strategic... (Thu, 20 Aug 2009 06:46:57 GMT)
Christie’s Scraps Plans for Art-Investment Fund, Loan Division
Aug. 20 (Bloomberg) -- Christie’s International has scrapped plans to start an art-investment fund and a lending division, according to two people involved with the projects. The move is another sign that the global economic slump is hurting the once-booming art market. (Thu, 20 Aug 2009 07:43:17 GMT)
AIIMAN tells investors to diversify investment (Business Times
INVESTORS should diversify their investments, striking a balance in the bond and equity markets for long-term stable returns, according to Asian Islamic Investment Management Sdn Bhd (AIIMAN). (Thu, 20 Aug 2009 07:45:58 GMT)
Thailand opens third investment-luring office in China
The Board of Investment has opened office in Guangzhou, as the third office in China, to lure more Chinese investment. (Thu, 20 Aug 2009 10:45:12 GMT)
Christie’s Scraps Plans for Art-Investment Fund, Loan Division
Aug. 20 (Bloomberg) -- Christie’s International has scrapped plans to start an art-investment fund and a lending division, according to two people involved with the projects. The move is another sign that the global economic slump is hurting the once-booming art market. (Thu, 20 Aug 2009 11:00:51 GMT)
HwangDBS IM: Bonds gaining popularity as a core investment asset class
KUALA LUMPUR: HwangDBS Investment Management (HwangDBS IM) has sold over RM410 million worth of five fixed income funds as of last Wednesday and sees the uncertainty in the financial climate as opportunities for investors to put more money into the asset class. (Thu, 20 Aug 2009 12:44:21 GMT)
15-17.10 INTERNATIONAL INVESTMENT FORUM OF TURKMENISTAN
15-17 October 2009. On behalf of Organising Committee – Turkmenistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry and IC Energy we have the great pleasure of inviting your to participate in Turkmenistan International Investment Forum that will take place in the Exhibition Palace “Sergi Koshgi”, Ashgabat, Turkmenistanbetween the 15 th and 17 th of October 2009. (Thu, 20 Aug 2009 13:13:14 GMT)
Into the mind of investment strategists
George Boubouras explains what key investment strategists are thinking in 2009. (Thu, 20 Aug 2009 14:19:32 GMT)
Early Glance: Investment Banks companies
(AP:NEW YORK) Shares of some top investment banks companies are up at 10 a.m.: Goldman Sachs rose $1.43 or .9 percent, to $161.36. Morgan Stanley rose $.32 or 1.1 percent, to $29.15. (Thu, 20 Aug 2009 14:50:59 GMT)
DoCoMo Expects Profits from Indian Investment Within Three Years
Japan's NTT DoCoMo expects that its Indian joint-venture with Tata Teleservices (TTSL) to start being operationally profitable within the next three years - and hasn't ruled out increasing its investment in the Indian market. (Thu, 20 Aug 2009 16:42:40 GMT)
Switzerland Earns SF1.2 Billion From Sale of UBS Investment
Aug. 20 (Bloomberg) -- The Swiss government made a profit of 1.2 billion francs ($1.1 billion) from selling its investment in UBS AG , the country’s biggest bank, a day after agreeing to release data to the U.S. on clients suspected of evading taxes. (Thu, 20 Aug 2009 16:46:08 GMT)
Foreign Investment in City Plummets
The volume of foreign investment into St. Petersburg’s economy fell to $1.4 billion from January to June — 35 percent less than the same period last year, Kommersant daily reported Thursday. (Thu, 20 Aug 2009 20:13:46 GMT)
College investment could bring billions to S.C., study says
A greater investment in higher education would bring 44,000 additional jobs and billions of new dollars to the state, according to a study conducted by the University of South Carolina’s Darla Moore School of Business. (Fri, 21 Aug 2009 04:47:03 GMT)
KYEC announces Taiwan Memory investment
Logic IC and memory testing house King Yuan Electronics Company (KYEC) announced on August 20 that its board of directors has approved the investment in Taiwan Memory Company (TMC) with up to NT$300 million (US$9.1 million), making it the second Taiwan-based company to show the support of TMC. (Fri, 21 Aug 2009 04:49:30 GMT)
Labour says investment threshold lift a bad move
The decision to lift the threshold for trans-Tasman investment to more $500 million for Australians investing in New Zealand goes too far, Labour's Associate Finance spokesman David Parker said today. (Fri, 21 Aug 2009 05:44:22 GMT)
CI: Ratings action for the Saudi Investment Bank
CI: Ratings action for the Saudi Investment Bank (Fri, 21 Aug 2009 07:21:41 GMT)
Sector Investment Raises $16.5 Million for Gold Fund, CEO Says
Aug. 21 (Bloomberg) -- Sector Investment Managers Ltd. , which runs the Junior Oils Trust, raised about 10 million pounds ($16.5 million) for a metals fund focused on gold equities, Chief Executive Officer Angelos Damaskos said. (Fri, 21 Aug 2009 07:51:10 GMT)
BIA briefed on investment opportunities in Sabah
KOTA KINABALU - A delegation from the Brunei Investment Agency (BIA), an investment arm of the Brunei government was briefed on the investment opportunity under the Sabah Development Corridor (SDC) in Kota Kinabalu. (Fri, 21 Aug 2009 07:58:33 GMT)
Russia’s Foreign Direct Investment Tumbles 45% in First Half
Aug. 21 (Bloomberg) -- Russia’s foreign direct investment plummeted an annual 45 percent to $6.1 billion in the first six months of the year as the economy of the world’s biggest energy producer contracted at a record pace. (Fri, 21 Aug 2009 08:34:02 GMT)
Georgian Economy Minister Fired for Failing to Boost Investment
Aug. 21 (Bloomberg) -- Georgian Prime Minister Nika Gilauri fired Lasha Zhvania , his economic development minister, for failing to increase investment in the former Soviet republic. (Fri, 21 Aug 2009 09:49:25 GMT)
Russia’s Foreign Direct Investment Falls Record 45% (Update2)
Aug. 21 (Bloomberg) -- Russia’s foreign direct investment plummeted an annual 45 percent, the most on record, to $6.1 billion in the first six months of the year as the economy of the world’s biggest energy producer contracted at a record pace. (Fri, 21 Aug 2009 13:33:56 GMT)
GetFugu Retains Cresta Capital as Its Investment Banker and Engages Marcum LLP as Its Independent Auditor
SAN FRANCISCO -- GetFugu, Inc. , www.getfugu.com , the next generation mobile search tool, has retained Cresta Capital Strategies, LLC, of Melville, New York, as its exclusive investment banker and Marcum LLP as its independent registered public accountants (taking effect with the Company's filing of its Form 10-Q for the quarter ending June 30, 2009). (Fri, 21 Aug 2009 14:52:58 GMT)
China, ASEAN Sign Investment Agreement
China and the 10-nation Association of Southeast Asian Nations signed a bilateral investment agreement Thursday, signaling that the China-ASEAN Free Trade Agreement the two sides signed earlier to cover trade in goods and services can now be implemented on schedule next January. (Fri, 21 Aug 2009 15:40:19 GMT)
Select Comfort opposes Clinton Group investment
Bed maker Select Comfort Corp. on Friday opposed additional investment from the Clinton Group Inc., which has been advocating for changes at the company. (Fri, 21 Aug 2009 16:03:32 GMT)
CUTA calls for dedicated transit investment
As part of this year's pre-budget consultations, the Canadian Urban Transit Association (CUTA) submission to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance called for long-term dedicated transit investment as a strategy to meet current and future needs related to infrastructure expansion and renewal, as well as the creation of new transit systems. (Fri, 21 Aug 2009 16:14:21 GMT)
Iranian official: $80b foreign investment a year needed
To achieve the objectives of the 20-Year Outlook Plan (to end 2021), $80 billion of foreign investment is required a year, Iran Privatization Organization (IPO) director said. (Fri, 21 Aug 2009 16:24:04 GMT)
FCC to Open Inquiry on Ways to Support Wireless Innovation, Investment
The FCC plans to open an inquiry into ways it can "support and encourage further innovation and investment" in the wireless space, combined with new data collection for its annual report on the status of competition in the mobile wireless market. (Fri, 21 Aug 2009 16:42:23 GMT)
Investment changes will make NZ poorer
The Government is under fire from the Opposition, over its decision to lift trans-Tasman investment thresholds. (Fri, 21 Aug 2009 19:20:20 GMT)
Bangkok Post : VIETNAM SUCCESSFULLY MAINTAINS ITS INVESTMENT APPEAL
For the past decade, Vietnam has been one of the most attractive countries for investment, with its fast-growing economy, large and inexpensive workforce, abundant resources and raw materials, as well as privileges for investors. Despite drawbacks such as lack of infrastructure, the determined government has managed to lure large investors with generous tax benefits and other incentives. (Sat, 22 Aug 2009 01:13:48 GMT)
S Africa, U.S. discuss trade and investment issues
South African Deputy Minister for International Relations and Cooperation Ebrahim Ebrahim, met with a U.S. congressional delegation on Thursday to discuss trade and investment issues, BuaNews reported on Friday. The congressional delegation is on a three-day visit to South Africa which follows the recent visit by U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. According to departmental spokesperson ... (Sat, 22 Aug 2009 02:25:06 GMT)
$80b foreign investment a year needed: official
22 August 2009 TEHRAN -- To achieve the objectives of the 20-Year Outlook Plan (to end 2021), $80 billion of foreign investment is required a year, Iran Privatization Organization (IPO) director said. (Sat, 22 Aug 2009 06:02:29 GMT)
Car industry celebrating improved figures and major investment at components firm
THERE was good news for the Welsh car industry last night, with improved production figures and an £11.4m investment at a components factory. (Sat, 22 Aug 2009 06:48:04 GMT)
Emirates NBD appoints Chief Investment Officer for Private Banking
Emirates NBD, the region's top bank in terms of assets, announces the appointment of Mr. Gary Dugan, a renowned and respected UK financial industry expert as the new Chief Investment Officer (CIO) for its Private Banking division. (Sat, 22 Aug 2009 08:31:40 GMT)
Workplace Obesity Interventions Must Be Inexpensive To Generate A Return On Investment
At work, obesity interventions must focus on low-cost policy or environmental changes to generate a return on investment, according to a new study by researchers at RTI International and the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. (Sat, 22 Aug 2009 11:12:58 GMT)
Indian investment in Saudi Arabia tops $1.09b
Indian investment in Saudi Arabia tops $1.09b (Sun, 23 Aug 2009 06:10:43 GMT)
China's insurance funds investment top 120 bln yuan in July
China's insurance capital investments hit 2.45 trillion yuan (358 billion U.S. dollars) in the first seven months of this year, according to the country's insurance regulator. In July alone, the investments from insurance funds stood at 120.4 billion yuan, China Insurance Regulatory Commission (CIRC) said in a report on its website. Of the total insurance investment value, about 332 billion ... (Sun, 23 Aug 2009 06:16:25 GMT)
Transnet confident of investment
Transnet wants to press ahead with its R80bn investment programme despite the ongoing economic recession which has forced peers to ice ambitious expansion plans. (Sun, 23 Aug 2009 06:56:12 GMT)
Melita plans further expansion after €50m investment
Melita's Madliena station - the company plans to expand further following the completion of its €50 million group-wide investment programme. Photo: Jason Borg (Sun, 23 Aug 2009 07:30:19 GMT)
Foreign direct investment plans in S. Korea jump
SEOUL, Aug 23 (Reuters) - Planned foreign direct investments in South Korea rose 32.4 percent in the January-July period, led by Japanese companies, the largest amount for the period since 2000, the economy ministry said on Sunday. (Sun, 23 Aug 2009 09:11:53 GMT)
(AFX UK Focus) 2009-08-23 10:27 Foreign direct investment plans in S. Korea jump
SEOUL, Aug 23 (Reuters) - Planned foreign direct investments in South Korea rose 32.4 percent in the January-July period, led by Japanese companies, the largest amount for the period since 2000, the economy ministry said on Sunday. A weaker won currency and faster-than-expected recovery in the South Korean economy had boosted foreign investment pledges in the country to $6.8 billion in the ... (Sun, 23 Aug 2009 10:05:26 GMT)
Anpha Capital chases cash for new investment fund
HCM CITY — Fund management company Anpha Capital has begun to raise capital for a new investment fund, targeting both local and international investors, according to chairman Bui Cong Giang. (Sun, 23 Aug 2009 11:15:18 GMT)
Veteran Investment Professionals from Vanderbilt University Join Diversified Trust Company
MEMPHIS--Diversified Trust Company announced that William T. Spitz and Carol B. Womack have joined its Nashville office as principals. (Sun, 23 Aug 2009 14:54:41 GMT)
Indian investment in Saudi Arabia crosses $1bn
United News of India Dubai, Aug 23: Indian investment in Saudi Arabia has exceeded 1.09 billion dollars in about 184 projects and is on the upswing, according to Owais Ahmad, President, Indian Business Forum (IBF), an apex non-profit organisation of Indian businessmen in the kingdom. (Sun, 23 Aug 2009 16:16:29 GMT)
Changes made to trans-Tasman investment rules
Mark Brighouse of Brook Asset Management joins Michael Wilson in the studio to discuss changes to trans-Tasman investment rules and the New Zealand reporting season. (Sun, 23 Aug 2009 19:28:50 GMT)
Foreign Investment Declines 45% in H1
Foreign direct investment plummeted an annual 45 percent, the most on record, to $6.1 billion in the first six months of the year as the economy contracted at a record pace, the State Statistics Service said Friday. (Sun, 23 Aug 2009 20:49:22 GMT)
David Boal, one of the executives who left Bank of Ireland Asset Management to form a boutique investment house in ...
David Boal, one of the executives who left Bank of Ireland Asset Management to form a boutique investment house in 2005, has been hired by Credit Suisse to push its alternative offering to institutional investors. (Sun, 23 Aug 2009 23:09:33 GMT)
Cornell's School of Hotel Administration partners with HVS on South American Hotel & Tourism Investment Conference
Cornell University's School of Hotel Administration will sponsor the second annual South American Hotel & Tourism Investment Conference (SAHIC), which will be held September 14 and 15, 2009, at the Sofitel Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. More than 500 of the most influential players in the hotel investment industry are expected to gather at this meeting, which is structured after the major international ... (Sun, 23 Aug 2009 23:17:32 GMT)
Fast Arcano promises return on investment
As an investment opportunity, Sheikh Hamdan's purchase of the two-year-old Arcano three weeks ago would have the dragons salaaming in their den. (Sun, 23 Aug 2009 23:21:27 GMT)
Entire apartment investment team leaves CB Richard Ellis
A multifamily investment sales team led by Craig LaFollette left CB Richard Ellis Inc. last week to join Holliday Fenoglio Fowler LP, creating a local apartment group for the firm. (Mon, 24 Aug 2009 04:16:16 GMT)
Sale of Leeds office park 'is sign of investment deals returning'
A Leeds office park has been sold by property consultants in a multi-million pound investment deal. (Mon, 24 Aug 2009 06:15:47 GMT)
2nd batch of investment projects launched in Baghdad
23 August 2009 BAGHDAD: The Baghdad Mayoralty said on Sunday that it launched the second batch of proposed investment projects in the Iraqi capital at a cost of five billion Iraqi dinars. (Mon, 24 Aug 2009 07:08:11 GMT)
My Dumbest Investment
My dumbest investment was to succumb to management pressures to not exercise my stock options and sell stock when my employer's stock was at a peak. Although I came out all right in the end, my net worth ... (Mon, 24 Aug 2009 07:33:25 GMT)
Dong Thap: an attractive investment destination
DONG THAP — Dong Thap’s greatest potential for attracting investments is human resources, that is why the province must find ways to boost developments in this field, Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Sinh Hung said at a Saturday investment promotion workshop for the Mekong province. (Mon, 24 Aug 2009 07:43:18 GMT)
Taiwan's UMC plans T$1.5 bln investment company
TAIPEI, Aug 24 (Reuters) - Taiwan's UMC <2303.TW>, the world's second-largest contract chip maker, said on Monday its board approved a plan to set up a new wholly-owned investment company. (Mon, 24 Aug 2009 10:35:54 GMT)
Sumitomo Mitsui to Start Investment Banking Unit (Update1)
Aug. 24 (Bloomberg) -- Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group Inc., Japan’s second-largest bank by market value, said it plans to form an investment banking unit in the nation by hiring bankers including Masuo Fukuda and Taro Hayashi from Citigroup Inc. (Mon, 24 Aug 2009 11:25:20 GMT)
Mexico's Jan-Jun Foreign Direct Investment $9.98 Billion Ministry
MEXICO CITY -(Dow Jones)- Foreign direct investment in Mexico fell in the first half of the year to $9.98 billion from around $13 billion in the first half of 2008, the Economy Ministry reported. (Mon, 24 Aug 2009 13:30:56 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 $1.55 or .9 percent, to $165.06. Morgan Stanley rose $.54 or 1.8 percent, to $30.23. (Mon, 24 Aug 2009 14:35:44 GMT)
Verizon Wireless Surpasses $1 Billion Network Investment in Indiana
INDIANAPOLIS, Aug. 24 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless today announced that it has surpassed the $1 billion milestone in its wireless infrastructure investment in Indiana. (Mon, 24 Aug 2009 15:10:59 GMT)
Offbeat investment appreciates as it sours
* Vinegar investment targets 200-300 pct returns in 5 yrs * Baerg Marti chief says returns supported by active market (Mon, 24 Aug 2009 15:12:31 GMT)
Amlin first half boosted by rising investment returns
LONDON (Reuters)—Lloyd's of London insurer Amlin P.L.C. reported a better-than-expected 29% increase in its half-year profit as its investment returns more than doubled, thanks to stronger financial markets. (Mon, 24 Aug 2009 15:19:25 GMT)
Deja Vu: Investment Banks Recycling Mortgages
In recent months investment banks have been repackaging old mortgage securities and offering to sell them as new products, a plan that's nearly identical to the complicated investment packages at the heart of the market's collapse. (Mon, 24 Aug 2009 15:20:29 GMT)
Capital Investment Cos. teams up with Select Bank and Trust
Capital Investment Cos., a Raleigh-based financial services and brokerage firm, has signed a partnership agreement with Greenville-based Select Bank and Trust to provide the community bank with brokerage, money management, insurance, estate planning and trust services. (Mon, 24 Aug 2009 15:58:08 GMT)
American Capital shares tumble after S&P cuts investment firm's credit rating
BOSTON - Shares of American Capital Ltd. tumbled on Monday after Standard & Poor's Ratings Services lowered debt ratings for the investment firm, citing concerns over debt and earnings performance. (Mon, 24 Aug 2009 16:49:17 GMT)
Midday Glance: Investment Banks companies
NEW YORK (AP) -- Shares of some top investment banks companies are up at noon: Goldman Sachs rose $2.29 or 1.4 percent, to $165.80. Morgan Stanley rose $.71 or 2.4 percent, to $30.40. (Mon, 24 Aug 2009 17:05:51 GMT)
Nimble Investment House Picks Up The Pieces After Bank Failures
Historic collapses, shotgun mergers and bailouts dominated headlines last year as Wall Street said goodbye to some of its biggest investment banks, toppled by the worst financial crisis in the post-war era. (Mon, 24 Aug 2009 21:42:14 GMT)
Nimble Investment House Picks Up The Pieces After Bank Failures
Historic collapses, shotgun mergers and bailouts dominated headlines last year as Wall Street said goodbye to some of its biggest investment... (Mon, 24 Aug 2009 21:42:14 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 $.93 or .6 percent, to $162.58. Morgan Stanley fell $.04 or .1 percent, to $29.65. (Mon, 24 Aug 2009 21:47:53 GMT)
Mexico Regulators Loosen Pension Fund Equity Investment Rules
MEXICO CITY -(Dow Jones)- Mexico's compulsory pension savings industry now has greater flexibility to invest in equities under a change to their investment regime by financial system regulators. (Tue, 25 Aug 2009 01:16:03 GMT)
$250,000 Investment In Hartford Tech Company
Connecticut Innovations, the state's technology investment arm, has made its third investment in Keisense Inc., $250,000 to a Hartford firm that makes applications for mobile devices, Internet-connected TVs and gaming consoles. (Tue, 25 Aug 2009 02:05:36 GMT)
Bangkok Post : Retailers see investment dip in 2010
New investment in the retail sector next year is expected to decline by 10-20% from this year due to stricter regulations, especially the new retail law expected to be approved by the cabinet next month, said the Thai Retailers Association (TRA). (Tue, 25 Aug 2009 04:45:09 GMT)
Commercial real estate investment firm moves from Bay Area to Reno
Commercial real estate investment group Basin Street Properties will relocate its corporate headquarters from Petaluma, Calif., to downtown Reno this week. (Tue, 25 Aug 2009 06:18:19 GMT)
Country Garden Net Income, Excluding Investment Gain, Declines
Aug. 25 (Bloomberg) -- Country Garden Holdings Co., the property developer controlled by China’s richest woman, said first-half profit, excluding an investment gain, fell 5.5 percent as prices of its apartments in China declined. (Tue, 25 Aug 2009 07:02:39 GMT)
Pakistan campaigns for investment at international forum in Turkey
ISTANBUL (AP) — An international forum in Turkey on Tuesday sought to boost aid and investment in Pakistan as a way to support its democratic institutions and curb violence there. (Tue, 25 Aug 2009 11:16:48 GMT)
India PM:Need Foreign Capital To Support Local Investment
NEW DELHI -(Dow Jones)- India needs sustained foreign capital inflows to support domestic investment, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said Tuesday. (Tue, 25 Aug 2009 11:30:48 GMT)
Thai IRPC plans $1.2 bln investment by 2014
* Sets $1.2 bln in five-year investment plan (Tue, 25 Aug 2009 11:56:46 GMT)
Bank Notes | BofA investment banker Tom Sittema leaving
One of Bank of America Corp.'s better-known Charlotte investment bankers is leaving for a position at a Florida-based real estate and development company, the bank announced internally Monday. (Tue, 25 Aug 2009 12:07:40 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 $2.32 or 1.4 percent, to $164.90. Morgan Stanley rose $.75 or 2.5 percent, to $30.40. (Tue, 25 Aug 2009 14:25:22 GMT)
China Life Profit Rises as Investment Returns Climb (Update2)
Aug. 25 (Bloomberg) -- China Life Insurance Co. , the world’s biggest life insurer by market value, said first-half profit rose as a rebound in the nation’s stock market lifted investment returns. (Tue, 25 Aug 2009 16:32:33 GMT)
China Life Boosts First-Half Profit With Investment Returns
Aug. 26 (Bloomberg) -- China Life Insurance Co. , the world’s biggest life insurer by market value, said first-half profit rose from investment returns, and the company will seek opportunities to boost income from securities holdings. (Tue, 25 Aug 2009 16:55:28 GMT)
NY prosecutors accuse investment banker of fraud
Associated Press - August 25, 2009 12:55 PM ET NEW YORK (AP) - Federal authorities in New York have arrested an investment banker on charges he lied to Citibank to get a $74 million... (Tue, 25 Aug 2009 16:58:36 GMT)
Midday Glance: Investment Banks companies
NEW YORK (AP) -- Shares of some top investment banks companies are up at noon: Goldman Sachs rose $2.33 or 1.4 percent, to $164.91. Morgan Stanley rose $.58 or 2.0 percent, to $30.23. (Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:02:32 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 $2.36 or 1.5 percent, to $164.94. Morgan Stanley rose $.54 or 1.8 percent, to $30.19. (Tue, 25 Aug 2009 21:46:21 GMT)
NY prosecutors accuse investment banker of fraud
A wealthy investment banker and prominent fundraiser for President Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton and other top Democrats was arrested Tuesday on charges he lied to get a $74 million business loan that — once confronted by authorities — he hastily repaid. (Tue, 25 Aug 2009 22:22:21 GMT)
NY prosecutors accuse investment banker of fraud
A wealthy investment banker and prominent fundraiser for Hillary Clinton and other top Democrats was arrested Tuesday on charges he lied to get a $74 million business loan. (Tue, 25 Aug 2009 22:38:43 GMT)
China Life Boosts First-Half Profit With Investment Returns
Aug. 26 (Bloomberg) -- China Life Insurance Co. , the world’s biggest life insurer by market value, said first-half profit rose from investment returns, and the company will seek opportunities to boost income from securities holdings. (Wed, 26 Aug 2009 02:57:07 GMT)
China Life says first-half profit up 15 percent on surge in investment income, higher premiums
BEIJING — China Life Insurance Co., the country's biggest insurer by premiums, said Wednesday its first-half profit rose 15 percent from a year earlier on a surge in investment income and higher premiums. (Wed, 26 Aug 2009 05:10:47 GMT)
Investment-Grade Composite Spread Tightens To 246 Basis Points
Standard & Poor's investment-grade composite spread tightened yesterday by 2 basis points (bps) to 246 bps, while its speculative-grade counterpart expanded by the same increment to 831 bps. By rating (Wed, 26 Aug 2009 05:57:14 GMT)
International Investment Bank announces its 1st half 2009 results
International Investment Bank (IIB), a globally focused investment bank based in the Kingdom of Bahrain operating in line with Shari'ah principles, today announced its results for the six months ended 30 June 2009. (Wed, 26 Aug 2009 06:40:00 GMT)
Foreign investment falls 78%
Foreign direct investment (FDI) promised to Vietnam between January and August fell 78 percent from the same period last year to US$10.45 billion, the Foreign Investment Agency announced on Tuesday. (Wed, 26 Aug 2009 06:46:23 GMT)
Thermax-SPX JV to have combined investment of 250 mln
PUNE, India, Aug 26 (Reuters) - The joint venture between engineering firm Thermax Ltd and U.S. firm SPX Corp will have initial combined investment of 250 million rupees, M S Unnikrishnan, managing director, said on Wednesday. (Wed, 26 Aug 2009 07:45:10 GMT)
Silverstone looks for investment
Silverstone officials are given power to seek outside investment for the first time in 38 years to try and win back the British Grand Prix. (Wed, 26 Aug 2009 11:46:51 GMT)
Silverstone to seek outside investment
The BRDC has given the green light to venue's board to seek commercial investment which could help British GP return. (Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:05:09 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 $.20 or .1 percent, to $164.74. Morgan Stanley fell $.31 or 1.0 percent, to $29.88. (Wed, 26 Aug 2009 14:37:50 GMT)
Orissa clears investment proposals worth of Rs 16,312 cr
Orissa government on Wednesday approved an investment of Rs 16,312 crore, including those proposed by Hindalco Industries and Rashmi Cement, in aluminium, cement and power sectors, official sources said. (Wed, 26 Aug 2009 14:54:38 GMT)
Investment chief for NC pension funds resigns
The chief investment officer managing North Carolina's $60 billion in pension funds has resigned from her lucrative post, State Treasurer Janet Cowell announced Tuesday. (Wed, 26 Aug 2009 15:10:42 GMT)
Total to Retain ‘Big Position’ in Norway, Keep Investment Level
Aug. 26 (Bloomberg) -- Total SA, Europe’s third-largest oil company, will retain a “big” position in Norway and expects to keep investment levels in the Scandinavian nation steady at around 8 billion kroner ($1.3 billion) next year. (Wed, 26 Aug 2009 15:57:39 GMT)
SKorean investment in US
Direct Korean investment in the United States: --- -- 2003: $1.4 billion -- 2004: $5.3 billion -- 2005: $6.1 billion -- 2006: $9.1 billion -- 2007: $13.1 billion --- (Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis) (Wed, 26 Aug 2009 16:52:01 GMT)
FDIC staff propose easing bank investment rules
U.S. banking regulators were considering on Wednesday whether to ease rules applying to private investment in troubled banks. (Wed, 26 Aug 2009 19:53:45 GMT)
FDIC revises bank investment restrictions
U.S. banking regulators partially retreated from a much-criticized proposal to impose new rules on private equity investment in troubled banks, aiming to encourage investments in distressed bank assets. (Wed, 26 Aug 2009 21:49:42 GMT)
Final Glance: Investment Banks companies
Shares of some top investment banks companies were mixed at the close of trading: Goldman Sachs rose $1.01 or .6 percent, to $165.95. (Wed, 26 Aug 2009 21:50:01 GMT)
Norwegian hamlets sue Citigroup over investment losses
The towns seek $200 million, charging that the banking firm's salesmen lured them into a complicated and risky investment scheme that went sour. The 2,800 residents of this pristine village isolated on a narrow finger of the gleaming Sognefjord are embarrassed, angry and eager to get their money back. So are the townspeople of Bremanger, Hattfjelldal and Hemnes, not to mention those of Kvinesdal ... (Wed, 26 Aug 2009 23:00:35 GMT)
FDIC soften bank investment restrictions
U.S. banking regulators partially retreated from a much-criticized proposal to impose new rules on private equity investment in troubled banks, aiming to encourage responsible investment in distressed banks. (Wed, 26 Aug 2009 23:20:22 GMT)
Australia Business Investment Unexpectedly Rises 3.3% (Update1)
Aug. 27 (Bloomberg) -- Australian business investment unexpectedly rose in the second quarter, adding to signs the nation’s economic recovery may strengthen in coming months. (Thu, 27 Aug 2009 02:26:07 GMT)
Federal investment in City National Bank passes audit, officials say
An audit by the Treasury Department's inspector general finds no wrongdoing in the $400-million investment of bailout funds in the Los Angeles-based bank, according to people familiar with the report. An inspector general's audit has found no wrongdoing in the U.S. Treasury Department's $400-million investment of bailout funds in Los Angeles-based City National Bank, according to people familiar ... (Thu, 27 Aug 2009 03:30:39 GMT)
Investment surge fuels rate talks
BUSINESS investment has defied the gravitational pull of the global slowdown, fuelling bets the RBA may bring forward rate rises. (Thu, 27 Aug 2009 06:08:00 GMT)
Credit Agricole Profit Gains on Improvement at Investment Bank
Aug. 27 (Bloomberg) -- Credit Agricole SA , France’s third- largest bank by market value, reported a more than doubling in second-quarter profit, beating analysts’ estimates, as losses narrowed at the investment-banking unit. (Thu, 27 Aug 2009 06:17:35 GMT)
Chaucer First-Half Profit Rises on Investment Returns (Update1)
Aug. 27 (Bloomberg) -- Chaucer Holdings Plc , a Lloyd’s of London insurer that withdrew from takeover talks in June, said first-half profit rose fourfold as investment returns gained. (Thu, 27 Aug 2009 07:02:46 GMT)
Business investment falls sharply in Q2
Business investment in Britain fell by a whopping 10.4 percent in the three months to June, its sharpest decline in 24 years and raising the risk that Q2 GDP figures could be revised down, official data showed on Thursday. (Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:19:00 GMT)
Petrobras May Increase Its Investment Plan, Estado Reports
Aug. 27 (Bloomberg) -- Petroleo Brasileiro SA may increase its five-year $174.4 billion investment plan after Brazil announces new rules for oil exploration and production in the so-called pre-salt region, O Estado de S. Paulo said. (Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:29:36 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 $1.85 or 1.1 percent, to $164.10. Morgan Stanley fell $.11 or .4 percent, to $29.42. (Thu, 27 Aug 2009 15:00:33 GMT)
University of Dayton alumnus gives $1M for investment group
A University of Dayton alumnus has donated $1 million to launch an undergraduate angel investment group. (Thu, 27 Aug 2009 15:14:12 GMT)
Chaucer First-Half Profit Rises on Investment Returns (Update2)
Aug. 27 (Bloomberg) -- Chaucer Holdings Plc , a Lloyd’s of London insurer that withdrew from takeover talks in June, said first-half profit rose fourfold as investment returns gained. (Thu, 27 Aug 2009 16:02:46 GMT)
Midday Glance: Investment Banks companies
NEW YORK (AP) -- Shares of some top investment banks companies are down at noon: Goldman Sachs fell $.95 or .6 percent, to $165.00. Morgan Stanley fell $.05 or .2 percent, to $29.48. (Thu, 27 Aug 2009 17:02:45 GMT)
Final Glance: Investment Banks companies
Shares of some top investment banks companies were mixed at the close of trading: Goldman Sachs fell $.93 or .6 percent, to $165.02. (Thu, 27 Aug 2009 21:50:27 GMT)
Caltex: eyes investment opportunities in renewables
PERTH, Aug 28 (Reuters) - Caltex Australia Ltd , the country's top oil refiner, said on Friday it was looking at investment opportunities in the renewable sector ahead of the government's proposed carbon trading scheme. (Fri, 28 Aug 2009 01:41:02 GMT)
Aquila Stock Soars On Baosteel Investment Boost
Aquila Stock Soars On Baosteel Investment Boost (Fri, 28 Aug 2009 01:53:54 GMT)
BEI Cabut Suspensi Leo Investment
PT Bursa Efek Indonesia (BEI) mencabut penghentian sementara (suspensi) perdagangan efek PT Leo Investment Tbk (ITTG) di seluruh pasar terhitung sejak sesi pertama perdagangan efek hari ini, Jumat (28/8/2009). (Fri, 28 Aug 2009 03:33:34 GMT)
CVC Capital gives up on Japan Skylark investment
TOKYO, Aug 28 (Reuters) - UK Private equity firm CVC Capital Partners said it had given up its investment in Japanese restaurant chain Skylark Co, its biggest investment in the country which had been part of a management buyout -- at the time a rarity here. (Fri, 28 Aug 2009 04:37:24 GMT)
MINING FINANCE / INVESTMENT
Base metals companies have attracted more investment than their glamorous gold mining counterparts, thanks to China's appetite for metals and still strong investor interest. (Fri, 28 Aug 2009 05:39:19 GMT)
Australia's biggest investment bank forms China trust joint venture
Macquarie Group Ltd, Australia's biggest investment bank has set up a trust company joint venture in China with an initial capital of 300 million yuan (44 million U.S. dollars), reported Friday's China Daily. The Shanghai-based joint venture, Sino-Australian International Trust Co., enables the global provider of diversified financial services to offer yuan-dominated products, arrange domestic ... (Fri, 28 Aug 2009 06:57:50 GMT)
Treasury Document Called AIG Investment ‘Highly Speculative’
Aug. 28 (Bloomberg) -- The U.S. Treasury said in a draft of a presentation that its $40 billion investment in the American International Group Inc. bailout was “highly speculative.” (Fri, 28 Aug 2009 07:06:20 GMT)
UBS names new head of Indonesia investment banking
HONG KONG, Aug 28 (Reuters) - UBS on Friday named Rajiv Louis as head of Indonesia investment banking, effective immediately, according to an internal memo seen by Reuters. (Fri, 28 Aug 2009 08:53:07 GMT)
U.K. Economy Shrank 0.7% in Second Quarter, Investment Plunges
Aug. 28 (Bloomberg) -- The U.K. economy contracted 0.7 percent in the second quarter as the recession prompted companies to cut investment and inventories while consumers scaled back spending. (Fri, 28 Aug 2009 09:02:16 GMT)
Foreign investment in Vietnam stocks $5 bln-report
HANOI, Aug 28 (Reuters) - Foreign investment in Vietnamese stocks stands at $5 billion, including shares in commercial banks, insurance firms and major companies, an industry report said on Friday, up from $4.6 billion at the end of last year. (Fri, 28 Aug 2009 09:35:26 GMT)
Treasury Document Called AIG Investment ‘Highly Speculative’
Aug. 28 (Bloomberg) -- The U.S. Treasury said in a draft of a presentation that its $40 billion investment in the American International Group Inc. bailout was “highly speculative.” (Fri, 28 Aug 2009 10:52:22 GMT)
Investment Adviser ProfitScore Capital Management Promises Hedge Fund-Like Returns In a Separate Account
In an innovative approach, the investment adviser uses actively traded mutual funds to go long and short from inside a separate account to generate hedge fund-like returns. (Fri, 28 Aug 2009 13:04:05 GMT)
GM Powertrain plant in Bay City to receive $37 million investment to produce Volt parts
Bay City's GM Powertrain plant was expected to announce this morning a $37 million investment to produce engine parts for the 2011 Chevrolet Volt and Cruze electric cars. General Motors planned a press conference for 9 a.m. today at the... (Fri, 28 Aug 2009 13:26:54 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 $1.17 or .7 percent, to $163.85. Morgan Stanley fell $.06 or .2 percent, to $29.78. (Fri, 28 Aug 2009 14:33:01 GMT)
Ecuador's 1Q Foreign Direct Investment Falls 73% To $116 Million
QUITO -(Dow Jones)- Ecuador's direct foreign investment totaled $116 million in the first quarter of 2009, down 73% from the $426 million registered in the same period last year, the Central Bank said Friday. (Fri, 28 Aug 2009 15:31:08 GMT)
UK biotechnology investment
The UK has made its first substantial commitment to a major emerging pan-European science project with a £10m investment by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council. (Fri, 28 Aug 2009 15:47:20 GMT)
Growth in Sarawak investment portfolios tops expectations: CIMB (Business Times
CIMB Private Banking said it sees Sarawak as an interesting market, but the phenomenal growth in the investment portfolios of high-net-worth individuals in Sibu was beyond its expectation. (Fri, 28 Aug 2009 16:07:14 GMT)
Midday Glance: Investment Banks companies
NEW YORK (AP) -- Shares of some top investment banks companies are down at noon: Goldman Sachs fell $.87 or .5 percent, to $164.15. Morgan Stanley fell $.24 or .8 percent, to $29.60. (Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:01:33 GMT)
Recovery needs private investment
The pace of economic recovery cannot be sustained without the return of private investment, Bank of Thailand Assistant Governor Paiboon Kittisrikangwan said yesterday. (Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:29:07 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 $.60 or .4 percent, to $164.42. Morgan Stanley fell $.33 or 1.1 percent, to $29.51. (Fri, 28 Aug 2009 21:50:05 GMT)
WLBT 3 - Jackson, MS: Rankin investment company lawsuit
A Rankin county man is being sued for operating what plaintiffs say was an investment scheme. The victims claim they lost millions, after investing into a company called Steadivest. (Sat, 29 Aug 2009 00:30:40 GMT)
Planning For A Successful Investment In Miami Real Estate
The rising stability of the Miami real estate market did not go unnoticed. Property investors and homebuyers are eyes the city with interest -- the possibility of investing in a high-end property as a long term investment or in the purchase of a home for settling down in the city. (Sat, 29 Aug 2009 01:48:47 GMT)
Real Estate Investment World Latin America 2009
This event is being held at the The Biltmore, Coral Gables, Florida from the 08-SEP-09 - 10-SEP-09. Real Estate Investment World Latin America is a conference that addresses real estate investors interested in the Latin American market. (Sat, 29 Aug 2009 05:17:53 GMT)
China Investment Investing Billions in Hedge Funds (Update2)
Aug. 29 (Bloomberg) -- China Investment Corp., the country’s sovereign wealth fund, is continuing to shift its investments away from cash and is investing billions in hedge funds and private-equity funds, Chairman Lou Jiwei said. (Sat, 29 Aug 2009 07:51:45 GMT)
Foreign Investment Reaches $27b in 2 Years
29 August 2009 Despite the economic crisis and decline in investment worldwide, investments in Iran have increased, deputy finance minister said. Addressing a gathering of investors, Behrouz Alishiri added, Total foreign investments in the country have risen to $27 billion during the past two years. (Sat, 29 Aug 2009 07:53:34 GMT)
Foreign investment in Vietnam stocks $5 bln: report
Foreign investment in Vietnamese stocks stands at US$5 billion, including shares in commercial banks, insurance firms and major companies, an industry report said Friday, up from $4.6 billion at the end of last year. (Sat, 29 Aug 2009 09:58:48 GMT)
China Investment Investing Billions in Hedge Funds (Update2)
Aug. 29 (Bloomberg) -- China Investment Corp., the country’s sovereign wealth fund, is continuing to shift its investments away from cash and is investing billions in hedge funds and private-equity funds, Chairman Lou Jiwei said. (Sat, 29 Aug 2009 11:39:03 GMT)
India has excellent investment climate: PM
BARMER (RAJASTHAN): Oil exploration major Cairn's success story demonstrates that India is an excellent destination for foreign investment, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said on Saturday. (Sat, 29 Aug 2009 13:26:47 GMT)
India has excellent investment climate: PM
Oil exploration major Cairn's success story demonstrates that India is an excellent destination for foreign investment, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said. (Sat, 29 Aug 2009 13:54:28 GMT)
India has excellent investment climate: PM
Barmer (Rajasthan), Aug 29 : Oil exploration major Cairn's success story demonstrates that India is an excellent destination for foreign investment, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said here Saturday. (Sat, 29 Aug 2009 16:33:41 GMT)
Sept. 1: Bergen County Model Investment Club
Bergen County Model Investment Club, meeting, 7 to 9 p.m., Public Library, 280 High St., Closter, Free. Call Elaine Huang, 845-986-3214; or e-mail jfsmith@optonline.net. (Sun, 30 Aug 2009 06:46:18 GMT)
Howard Makes Capital Investment in Mendenhall Facility and Begins LED Production
Howard Lighting Products (HLP) announces its latest capital investment in their Mendenhall facility, which includes the purchase of an Amada NT Series Turret Punch press and two press brakes, as well as a long term lease agreement with Simpson county. HLP is also expanding its manufacturing capabilities by introducing LED production. (Sun, 30 Aug 2009 07:01:00 GMT)
Diala receives ID460b from investment budgets
29 August 2009 DIALA: The Iraqi Finance Ministry approved the re-launching of 25 percent from the Diala's investment budgets for three years, hitting up to 460 billion Iraqi dinars (ID) or $393.2 million, the province governor said on Saturday. (Sun, 30 Aug 2009 07:08:58 GMT)
TN attracted Rs 30,512 cr investment in 2008-09, says Stalin
One of the "favoured investment destinations" in the country, Tamil Nadu had attracted Rs 30,512 crore worth industrial investment in 2008-09, bettering the target of Rs 30,000 crore, Deputy Chief Minister M K Stalin said here today. (Sun, 30 Aug 2009 15:24:28 GMT)
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