The following bids, mergers, acquisitions and disposals were reported on Thursday. The following bids, mergers, acquisitions and disposals were reported on Thursday.
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Canadian Dollar steady, but not for long
The Canadian dollar remains steady against the US dollar, but may change once the Federal Reserve Chairman makes his remarks on quantitative easing.
Curacao retains rating but S&P lowers outlook
Curacao retained its A minus credit rating from Standard and Poor's but declines in outlook. (Photo : R)The image is the corporate headquarters facade of Standard & Poor's.
Aruba's Credit Rating Downgraded by S&P
Aruba's credit rating now at BBB+ from A- according to Standard and Poor's. (Photo : Reuters)The image is the logo of Standard and Poor's 500.
Cost of insuring in emerging markets via CDS balloon
Investors' insurance cost via credit default swap increased. (Photo : Reuters )This is an image of an investor looking at a visual representation of stock market figures.
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Fitch ratings warns Vodafone of the effect should the British firm purchase Kabel Deutschland. (Photo : Reuters)The image is the frontage of the corporate headquarters of Fitch Ratings.
Developing countries are the new hotspots for investors in renewable energy according to two studies promoted by the United Nations.
The following bids, mergers, acquisitions and disposals were reported on Monday. The following bids, mergers, acquisitions and disposals were reported on Monday.
S&P, who lowered the credit rating of the US from 'AAA' to 'AA' has improved its outlook from negative to stable in its latest review.
The U.S. economy might be strong enough for the Fed to start easing its monetary stimulus in the fall but the next few months could be a bumpy ride.
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.
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.
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.
