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Triple Point Technology Launches Credit Risk Management Solution Suite
Commodity XL for Credit Risk, the first product in the series, manages the entire credit risk process including exposure, collateral and counterparty management - July 08, 2008 - Triple Point Technology, Inc
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on FAS 109 & IAS 12 Explored
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast on FAS 109 & IAS 12 Explored. This two-hour event is scheduled on May 15, 2009, at 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT. The IASB has issued an Exposure Document that would... - July 08, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
BBY Limited Wins International Business Awards
BBY Limited has won an International Stevie Business Award for Best New Financial Product with the Value and Momentum Monitor that has been achieving absolute returns of 24%. BBY was also a finalist in the Best Overall Corporation in Asia. - July 06, 2008 - BBY Limited
James Atkinson, of Counsel, Miller & Chevalier to Speak at KC’s Event on Understanding IRC Section 199 & IRS Audits on 09/29/08
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that James Atkinson, Of Counsel of Miller & Chevalier will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Understanding IRC Section 199 & IRS Audits”. - July 06, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Beth M. Benko, Partner, Tax Services (National Tax Department), Ernst & Young LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on Understanding IRC Section 199 & IRS Audits on 09/29/08
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Beth M. Benko, Partner, Tax Services (National Tax Department), Ernst & Young LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Understanding IRC... - July 06, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Scott Vance, Principal, Income Tax and Accounting Group, KPMG LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on Understanding IRC Section 199 & IRS Audits on 09/29/08
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Scott Vance, Principal, Income Tax and Accounting Group of KPMG LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Understanding IRC Section 199 &... - July 06, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Bda Advises Molex on the Acquisition of AFlextech Inc in Taiwan
Business Development Asia LLC ("BDA") advised Molex Inc (NASDAQ: MOLX and MOLXA) on the acquisition of AFlextech Inc ("AFlextech"), a Taiwan-based flexible printed circuits manufacturer. The BDA team was led by Euan Rellie in New York and Paul DiGiacomo in Hong Kong. - July 05, 2008 - BDA Partners Ltd
IGM Jumps in Fidelity Independent Adviser's ETF Momentum Tracker Ratings
iShares S&P North American Technology (IGM) ETF jumps 19 spots in 3 months on Fidelity Independent Adviser’s Sector Momentum Tracker. - July 05, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
MEXLend Closes First Puerto Vallarta Scotiabank Dollar Loan
Leading Mexico Mortgage Broker Partners with Scotiabank to Offer More Options to Foreign Investors. - July 04, 2008 - MEXLend
Debt Consolidation Expert Comments on Financial Survey
Recent figures from GE Money indicate that today’s economic problems are weighing heavily on consumers, but also that many are taking steps to improve their financial situation. - July 04, 2008 - Debt Advisers Direct
Jeffrey A. Brown, Managing Director, Promontory Financial Group to Speak at KC’s Event on Basel II Standardized Approach for Small Banks on 07/31/08
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Jeffrey A. Brown, Managing Director of Promontory Financial Group will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Basel II Standardized Approach for Small... - July 04, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Michael L. Stevens, SVP & Director of Regulatory Affairs at the CSBS to Speak at KC’s Event on Basel II Standardized Approach for Small Banks on 07/31/08
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Michael L. Stevens, SVP & Director of Regulatory Affairs at the Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS) will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled:... - July 04, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Pete Wilson, National Managing Director of Tax Quality Control, RSM McGladrey, Inc. to Speak at KC’s Event on The Many Repercussions of Section 6694 on 09/16/08
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Pete Wilson, National Managing Director of Tax Quality Control of RSM McGladrey, Inc. will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “The Many... - July 04, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Identity Theft Red Flags Rule: Only Half of Institutions Will Beat Deadline
New Survey Says Large Institutions Will Struggle Most to Hit Nov. 1 Date for ID Theft Red Flags Compliance - July 04, 2008 - Information Security Media Group
Dexter Financial Announces “Triple Zero” Financing Promotion
Dexter Financial is proud to offer an exciting new laundry equipment financing program offering 0% interest for first 90 days, 0 Payments for first 180 days and $0 up-front payment for qualified buyers. “At the same time the government is offering substantial tax incentives for equipment... - July 04, 2008 - Dexter Laundry, Inc.
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Teleconference on The Many Repercussions of Section 6694
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences, has announced today that it has scheduled a live teleconference and webinar on The Many Repercussions of Section 6694. This two-hour event is scheduled on September 16, 2008, Tuesday at 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (EDT... - July 04, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Michael E. Bleier, Partner, Reed Smith LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on Basel II Standardized Approach for Small Banks - Implementation & Post Implementation Issues on 07/31
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Michael E. Bleier, Partner of Reed Smith LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Basel II Standardized Approach for Small Banks - Implementation & Post Implementation Issues”. This 2-hour event is scheduled for July 31, 2008, Thursday, starting from 1:00 PM EDT. - July 04, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Sawlog Prices in Europe Have Grown Faster Than the World Average the Past Two Years
Softwood sawlog prices have gone up faster in Europe than in any other region of the world the past two years, according to Wood Resource Quarterly (WRQ). Because wood costs account for 65-75% of the production costs when producing softwood lumber, they are the key factor determining a regions or company’s competitiveness. - July 03, 2008 - Wood Resources International LLC
Will Hedge Funds be the New Banks? New York Managers Expect Bright Future
Opalesque New York Roundtable offers intriguing insights into the future of hedge funds. Expert Hedge Fund Allocators See Tremendous Opportunities in Multiple Asset Classes. - July 03, 2008 - Opalesque Ltd
Yuri Rutman's 72 Equity Partners Launches Full Scale Leveraged Buyout Division Targeting Divestitures and Small-Mid Cap Companies Looking to Sell
Chicago and Los Angeles based 72 Equity Partners, headed by CEO Yuri Rutman has officially launched its Leveraged Buyout And Mergers And Aquistions division. The Company is specifically targetting companies with an annual of EBITDA of at least $5,000,000 or more. “With the proliferation of... - July 03, 2008 - 72 Equity Partners
In Its First 6 Weeks, Fidelity Independent Adviser’s Dynamic Global ETF Portfolio Service Outperforms the S&P by 10% Net of Fees
With markets off to a rough start for July, investors are looking for ways to gain an edge. Since inception on May 1, 2008, Fidelity Independent Adviser’s Dynamic Global ETF Portfolio has gained 2.19 percent net of fees. By comparison, the S&P 500 decreased 9.18 percent and the MSCI EAFE... - July 03, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
CPE Link: New Provider of Web-Based Training for CPAs launches
CPE Link is a new provider of web-based continuing professional education (CPE) for accounting professionals, firms, and associations. CPE Link is dedicated to helping accounting professionals meet their mandatory CPE requirements, keep up to date with new compliance requirements, legislation, and... - July 02, 2008 - CPELink
Sticking with Gold Pays Off for Fidelity Independent Adviser's Sector Momentum Tracker
Don Dion’s Sector Momentum Tracker decided to maintain its position in Gold last week, and the mutual fund garnered an 8.84% return for investors in the Sector Momentum Portfolio. “It was both the best-performing fund in the Portfolio and the best-performing fund in our... - July 02, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
RNCOS Releases a New Report- Retirement Solutions Market in US
RNCOS has recently added a new Market Research Report titled, "Retirement Solutions Market in US" to its report gallery. This report helps clients analyze the leading-edge opportunities critical to the success of this market. - July 02, 2008 - RNCOS
Charlotte Area Preforeclosures Increase in 2008
North Carolina Foreclosures Still Viewed as Stable Compared to the Rest of the Nation. - July 01, 2008 - Default Research Inc
UApply Announces More Free Online Services on How to Become Debt Free & Raise Credit Score
UApply explains to clients who have no credit history, that it can be difficult to get a loan or credit card; but not impossible. UApply explains how to get a quick increase to clients credit score. Particularly important for score driven processes such as mortgage and auto loan applications. - July 01, 2008 - UApply Inc
Phoenix Foreclosures Continue Steady Climb in May 2008
Pima County Sees Decrease of Over 2 Percent. - July 01, 2008 - Default Research Inc
“CentRealTech Ultimate” – the Ultimate in Title Production
“Customer Ready” Preliminary Reports, Commitments, and Guarantees using the most sophisticated title production system available. - June 29, 2008 - CentRealTech, Inc.
PowerShares Momentum Tracker Portfolio Leads the S&P 500 Index, as the Federal Reserve Holds Rates Steady
Year to date, the PowerShares Momentum Tracker Portfolio leads the S&P 500 Index, with a negative 4.59 percent return after fees to a negative 9.97 percent return for the benchmark. The PowerShares Momentum Tracker Portfolio decreased 2.10 percent over the past week, while the S&P 500 lost... - June 29, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
Bulgaria - Housing Mortgage Loans Backing the Banking Industry Strongly
The Bulgarian banking industry is growing at a rapid pace on the back of rising housing and property mortgage loans and concrete real estate sector. - June 28, 2008 - RNCOS
Avelino Rodrigues, CPA, Named as Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist
Avelino Rodrigues, has been named a certified anti-money laundering specialist by the Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS). - June 28, 2008 - MBAF LLC
Now There is Finally Proof That Building Business Credit Works
Resource Marketing Solutions, a Business Credit Building agency, has recorded a call to one of their client's major credit card customers service reps in a effort to show proof right from the mouth of the credit card issuer that you can get a major credit card without signing a personal guarantee or giving out your social security number; thereby allowing you to fully separate your personal credit from your business credit. Now there is Finally Proof that Building Business Credit Works. - June 27, 2008 - Resource Marketing Solutions
Kalahari's Maher Retires and Names Castro Managing Director, Americas
Kalahari announces that New York based Edward Maher has retired from the company. Ralph Castro has been named Managing Director, Americas following Maher's retirement. - June 27, 2008 - Kalahari Limited
ETF Momentum Tracker’s Choice Pays Off: iShares MSCI Brazil Index Remains Top International Portfolio Holding
ETF Momentum Tracker’s choice pays off: iShares MSCI Brazil Index remains top International Portfolio holding. - June 27, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
Blogs Debut on BankInfoSecurity.com and CUinfoSecurity.com
BankInfoSecurity.com and CUinfoSecurity.com announce the debut of five new blogs targeted at banking/security leaders. - June 26, 2008 - Information Security Media Group
ETF Momentum Tracker’s International Portfolio Provides Investors Better Returns Than the MSCI EAFE Index
In its latest issue, ETF Momentum Tracker announces the year to date returns for its International Portfolio. For the second week of June, the portfolio had returns of 1.96 percent, while the MSCI EAFE Index returned only 0.08%. Year to date, the same portfolio is down 3.46 percent net of fees,... - June 26, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
Crow and Harms to Present Compliance Week Webinar
Mercer Capital professionals Matthew R. Crow, ASA, CFA, and Travis W. Harms, CFA, CPA/ABV, will lead a complimentary webinar on Thursday, July 31, 2008, offered in conjunction with Compliance Week magazine. Crow and Harms will present "Getting Ready for SFAS 141R, Business Combinations,"... - June 26, 2008 - Mercer Capital Management, Inc.
Eos Group Releases Version 2.0 of Eos Explorer
Eos Explorer, designed to handle all aspects of preconstruction estimates. - June 25, 2008 - Eos Group
AVP Solutions, LLC Becomes One with the Merchant with Their New Services
ACH Processing to Merchant Cash Advance are new services. AVP Solutions, LLC has been integrated to allow for a one-stop merchant account provider. - June 25, 2008 - AVP Solutions, LLC
Swiss Accounting Firm, TBO, is Latest Addition to Russell Bedford Network in Europe
Russell Bedford International announces the appointment of Zurich accounting firm, TBO, as the latest member of the global accounting group. - June 25, 2008 - Russell Bedford International
Do You Have Money to Burn? Save More of What You Earn, Earn More of What You Save. Bob Brumm Shows How to Save Over $500 a Month.
Bob Brumm has released his new book that offers money saving strategies valued at over $500 a month, and much more over a lifetime. This new book will show you how to keep more of what you earn, make your money grow and how to save more for the future. - June 24, 2008 - Bob Brumm
Entrepreneurs Fight Back; Index of Private Company Revenue Presents Trends Contrary to Recession
The Entrex Private Company Index (PCI) saw a slight increase in revenues when assessing May over April. The index reflects that this portfolio of private companies are maintaining a three-year high reached in April. - June 24, 2008 - Private Company Index
Debt Consolidation Care Introduces Its Question of the Week Section
The Debt Consolidation Care community adds another feather in its cap with the "Question of the week" section. The "Question of the week section" is an effort by the DebtCC team to put forth the views of the community members on a particular topic and help them earn $50 with their answers. - June 24, 2008 - Debt Consolidation Care
Metanomics Begins Second Season on SLCN.TV
Metanomics, the web's premier program about the business and policy of virtual worlds, began an exciting second season on Monday, June 23rd at Noon PST. For the kick-off program Metanomics host Robert Bloomfield (Beyers Sellers in Second Life) features USC's Second Life and the Public Good... - June 24, 2008 - SLCN Press Room
SBA PatriotExpress Loan Briefings to be Held in Washington, DC
TSBDG working in collaboration with The Veterans Enterprise Training & Services Group, Inc. (The VETS Group, Inc.) announces the start of SBA PatriotExpress Loan briefings the 2nd and 4th Wednesday in Washington, DC. Briefing is free. Registration is required. - June 23, 2008 - The Stalwart Business Development Group, Inc. (TSBDG)
Jake Feldman, Ph.D., Executive Director, Transfer Pricing, Grant Thornton LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on Transfer Pricing: Crucial Strategies on 9/10/08
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences and webinars announced today that Jake Feldman, Ph.D., Executive Director, Transfer Pricing of Grant Thornton LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference and webinar entitled: “... - June 23, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Christopher S. Rizek, Member, Caplin & Drysdale to Speak at KC’s Event on The Many Repercussions of Section 6694 on 09/16/08
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Christopher S. Rizek, Member of Caplin & Drysdale will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “The Many Repercussions of Section 6694”. This... - June 22, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Steven C. Wrappe, Principal, International Tax Services, Ernst & Young LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on Transfer Pricing: Crucial Strategies on 9/10/08
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences and webinars announced today that Steven C. Wrappe, Principal, International Tax Services of Ernst & Young LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference and webinar entitled: “... - June 22, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
J. Matthew Lowe, Senior Analyst, NERA Economic Consulting to Speak at KC’s Event on Transfer Pricing: Crucial Strategies on 9/10/08
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that J. Matthew Lowe, Senior Analyst of NERA Economic Consulting will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference and webinar entitled: “ Transfer Pricing: Crucial... - June 22, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Brian Andreoli, Partner, DLA Piper US LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on Transfer Pricing: Crucial Strategies on 9/10/08
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Brian Andreoli, Partner of DLA Piper US LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference and webinar entitled: “ Transfer Pricing: Crucial Strategies”. This... - June 22, 2008 - The Knowledge Group