Company earnings, because of ECB actions, is not a true test of viability. Company earnings was once a useful barometer as to a firm's European share price performance as more and more classes break up.
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Softbank Double Checks Hokkaido Power Plant Projects
Softbank is now undertaking a review of solar power plant projects on Hokkaido island. The Kyodo News agency reported that Softbank Corp is reviewing solar power projects that it is planning to build at the northernmost island of Japan.
Willis Group Hires Investment Banker
Willis Group Insurance hires Michael Guo, a former investment banker. The world's third largest insurance broker, Willis Group Holdings Plc, has engaged the services of Michael Guo as its new head of Asia for capital markets operations.
Consilio of STG Names VP of Products and Director of Software
STG's Consilio appoints new VP of Products and Director of Software. Consilio, disclosed today the appointment of Pete Feinberg as the Vice President of Products and Mark Roesler as the Director of Software Development.
Cohen Subpoenad for Grand Jury Testimony
Cohen receives subpoena to testify before grand jury. Steven A. Cohen, the embattled hedge fund manager, has received a subpoena requiring his testimony before a grand jury on the government's insider trading investigation into his private equity firm, SAC Capital Advisors.
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Loeb shares insights on its investment ideas on Japan and his style. Daniel Loeb, the billionaire investor is not one to shy away from a good deal but as of the moment, he has his eyes set on Japan.
Berry Plastics provide customized packaging solutions for the most well known brands in the market today.
Alpine to discuss with its mother firm FCC as to financial options in the future. The Austrian division of Spanish construction group FCC, Alpine will host discussions with the company owners regarding how to fulfill its financial requirements and other possible options, according to Arnold Schiefer, Chief Executive Officer of Alpine.
Home Depot is poised for greater growth as the housing market recovers. With the housing market on the upswing, with US home prices on the rise, this not only helps the housing market itself but accessory markets as well.
Piraeus Bank, in order to meet obligations, has hired four banks to help in its share issues and woes.
BlackRock's success is attributable to its analysts and its attack in getting the shares for its shareholders.
These are the thoughts of Hiren Ved of Alchemy Capital Management from an interview with Nikunj Dalmia.
Study from Towers Watson shows growth of global pensions. Studies showed that the pension fund assets in the world's largest markets increased by 8.
Grupo Hevi, one of the largest cable television operators in Mexico, is exploring sale possibilities through the engagement of Barclays Plc.
