The Samsung Galaxy Note 3 was due to be released soon, according to reports. Rumors and speculation were plentiful when it comes to the Samsung Galaxy Note 3.

Hammerson Plc said that they are happy with the increase in revenue as rental income soar. Hammerson Plc announced that the value of its properties climbed as REIT's rental income soared.

Apple and Samsung's combined shares plunged while new smartphone makers showed growth. According to International Data Corporation, a research firm, Apple and Samsung's combined share of the international smartphone market plunged to 43% in the second quarter.

Medini Iskandar announced that they are gearing up for a possible initial public offering for 2014. Medini Iskandar Malaysia Sdn Bhd announced plans for an initial public offering set for 2014.

575 million Apple users spend US$43 per year for Apple's media merchandises. Apple's media empire was said to be an enormous and fast-growing cash cow.

Samara Capital announced that it is sealing the first round of financing for its second fund at US$150 million

After the announcement of their merger, Omnicom and Publicis are now targeting industry giants like Google, Tweeter and Facebook for their advertising.

Slowing sales of Samsung's smartphones was expected to take its toll on Wolfson's second quarter report.

CGNPC announced that they are preparing to offer a dual initial public offering for 2014. China Guangdong Nuclear Power Plant (CGNPC) announced plans to launch a dual initial public offering in Hong Kong and Shanghai in the coming year.

Indonesia's PT Mandiri Manajemen Investasi announced plans of acquiring addition consumer stocks upon stabilization of the rupiah.