Monopoly on power, profit Oct 27, 2009
7 million in compensation last year primarily since the stock held up better than most in 2008, but if you (PG guaranteed a high rate of return, why would the stock not fare well. As a resident of Fresno, I must ask why PGy only choice of a provider for energy. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Kauai Komedy for Friday, October 23, 2009 Oct 24, 2009
At that rate of return, we could retire the entire national debt just by cutting a small strip off Robin Williams back. Johnny Robish is a humor writer and former stand-up comic who lives on Kaua i. E-mail him at. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Keating backs Telstra split, takes swipe at Howard Oct 23, 2009
He was cautious about investing large sums of taxpayer money in a high-speed broadband roll-out, but said Telstra's attitude had left the Government no alternative, and it was reasonable to invest provided it secured a ''decent rate of return. We know Telstra won't build the network,'' he said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
America's Top 10 Strangest Homes For Sale Oct 23, 2009
Homes that are remodeled conservatively, with kitchen upgrades, for example, offer a better rate of return than homes with even slightly unusual discretionary features, like tennis courts and pools, says Kermit Baker, senior research fellow at Harvard University's Joint Center for Housing Studies. That doesn't bode well for homes with indoor basketball courts and on-site wedding chapels. (ABC News -- Business)
Northland Resources Inc.: Kaunisvaara Technical Report Now Available Oct 22, 2009
Using a discount rate of 8%, the Project has a potential Net Present Value of USD 393 million and an Internal Rate of Return of 21. 1. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Drawing Blood Beats Shipping Fishhooks as Some Industries Defy Job Slump Oct 19, 2009
Hiring at the companies, which often have a regulated rate of return on their investments, has risen every month from March 2007 through September, according to labor data. Jamie Carothers found work in July as an office administrator at a start-up wind-energy farm in Pomeroy, Washington, after losing her job marketing womens clothes for Sandpoint, Idaho-based retailer in December. (Bloomberg -- US)
The taxing issue of doing business in China Oct 19, 2009
" So has China lost its gloss in terms of doing business? "I think so because the new income tax enterprise reform and transfer pricing regulations will affect the desire of foreigners to go into China," Mr Fong says. "At the end of the day, the rate of return on investment will diminish with the administration cost on transfer pricing, and fewer deductions so you will pay higher taxes on increasing profits. "So people will think twice about investing in China. There are other places such as... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Investors should stay focused, avoid getting swept up by Dow 10,000 excitement Oct 18, 2009
When I say their own numbers, I mean knowing what rate of return they need to live comfortably based on their own personal goals, their time horizon, and expected expenditures. Ernest Burley, a certified financial planner with Burley Insurance and Financial Services based in Bowie, Md. (Boston Globe)
Burford Amasses $130 Million in Initial Public Offering, Missing Target Oct 17, 2009
The Guernsey, Channel Islands-based firm will target an internal rate of return of 30 percent by investing $5 million to $15 million at a time. This is an emerging and rapidly growing asset class, said Bogart. (Bloomberg -- UK)
What are coral reef services worth? $130,000 to $1.2 million / ht / yr: Experts Oct 16, 2009
Examples of a rate of return on investments in ecosystem restoration. Coral reefs: 7%, (with a cost-benefit ratio of 2. (EurekAlert!)
Microchips Result In Higher Rate Of Return Of Shelter Animals To Owners Oct 15, 2009
14, 2009) Animals shelter officials housing lost pets that had been implanted with a microchip were able to find the owners in almost three out of four cases in a recently published national study. According to the research, the return-to-owner rate for cats was 20 times higher and for dogs 2 ; times higher for microchipped pets than were the rates of return for all stray cats and dogs that had entered the shelters. (Science Daily)
International Investors Like U.S. Real Estate, Shouldn't You? Oct 15, 2009
Mosca: Are they looking for a specific rate of return on their investments. Mermelstein: They have been used to IRRs that are over 20 percent in their home countries and that's their expectation in the United States. (RealtyTimes)
Keep inflation in mind when investing Oct 14, 2009
But even if you re at an earlier stage in life, you need to think about inflation because it can reduce the real rate of return you receive on your investments ... But many bonds, along with other fixed-income vehicles, such as certificates of deposit, are not good inflation fighters because the fixed rate of return they offer simply may not keep up with inflation. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
Best part of value-averaging investment: Buy stocks at dips Oct 13, 2009
If you keep investing into SIPs for, say, 25 years, your rate of return will not even exceed 10. The better way is to book profits when the investors Rs 10-per-unit investment reaches Rs 25 in 24 months, said a Mumbai-based wealth manager. (India Times)
RIL surrenders 14 oil & gas blocks to govt Oct 12, 2009
Sources said the rate of return of for companies investing in exploration/appraisal and development of a gas field cannot be estimated with any degree of certainty. The exploration and appraisal expenses which do not result in a commercial discovery have to be written off altogether unless a contractor is able to recover these from the proceeds of sale of gas from the field or the block where exploration/appraisal does lead to commercial discovery. (India Times)
St. Mary's gives $20K to Boys & Girls Clubs Oct 12, 2009
Hurley continued The investment our sponsors are making - not only in their community but in so many young lives - has a lasting impact and a very high rate of return in the future. A longtime Community Partner with BGCMW, the credit union has generously invested $313,150 in the Club since 1995. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Time right to enter India: US to its companies Oct 11, 2009
00004000 WASHINGTON: Enamoured by India's status as one of the world's fastest growing economies, the US is telling its companies that the time is right for them to enter the Asian nation and high rate of return on investments is the most compelling reason. "Now is the time for US companies to enter the rising Indian market," according to an export promotion agency of the US government. (India Times)
Recession offers deals of lifetime Oct 9, 2009
Somebody who invested $500 a month in a fund replicating the Sstarting in 1970 and continuing through the bull market of the 1980s would have ended 1989 with $589,707 - for an annualized rate of return of 11. 5 percent. (AZCentral -- Business)
Colombia's ISA to Fund $3 Billion Andes Highway With Debt, Outside Capital Oct 9, 2009
Construction will take 15 years and the concession will last between 30 and 40 years, depending on the projects rate of return, he said. To contact the reporter on this story: in Bogota at. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
Windstream Obtains Consents to Amend and Restate Existing Senior Secured Credit Facilities Oct 9, 2009
Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated above include, among others: further adverse changes in economic conditions in the markets served by Windstream; the extent, timing and overall effects of competition in the communications business; continued access line loss; the impact of new, emerging or competing technologies; the adoption of inter-carrier compensation and/or universal service reform proposals by the Federal Communications Commission or... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
For women, super not so super Oct 8, 2009
" Research from 2006 showed that women's average superannuation balance is $35,520, compared with $69,050 for men, while the average retirement payout was $63,000 and $136,000 respectively. Women are most likely to need the age pension in retirement, with very modest supplementation from their life-time savings. The threshold for compulsory superannuation contributions is an income of $450 per month, which is one reason why women, who are more likely to be in part-time employment, have lower... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Stocks Gain as Research In Motion Advances; Energy Producers Fall With Oil Oct 8, 2009
Concern about a falling U.S. dollar has forced capital that does not want to buy T-bills at zero rate of return into areas that are perceived as quality, said , a portfolio manager at Blackmont Capital Inc. in Markham, Ontario. One of them would be gold, and the other, I think, would be the Canadian financial services, which are seen as the best in the world. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
The Smart Grid and the Free Rider Issues Of Locational Marginal Pricing Oct 7, 2009
Only by creating an assured, attractive rate of return can the stimulus attract the response it desires. Stimulus programs are a "supply push" rather than "demand pull" system. (Energy Pulse, CO)
A Historic Time to Buy Oct 7, 2009
For instance, between 1970 and 1990, the annualized rate of return for the S&P 500 was 11. 5 percent. (Realtor Magazine Online)
Get your facts right on Ulips Oct 7, 2009
They do not tell the buyer that if you choose to pay the premium for only the first few years, your rate of return will drop dramatically ... Frontloading of commission also means that the best rate of return is when you pay premium regularly over the term of the policy. (India Times)
Why we need an investment policy statement Oct 7, 2009
Investment objectives comprise two key areas: the required rate of returns and risk tolerance level of the investor. The required rate of return is related to the level of return that must be obtained by the portfolio to meet the financial objectives and financial obligations. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Baby boomers 'loss is younger folks' gain Oct 6, 2009
Somebody who invested $500 a month in a fund replicating the Sstarting in 1970 and continuing through the bull market of the 1980s would have ended 1989 with $589,707 -- for an annualized rate of return of 11 ... If the decades are reversed, and the strong years of the 1980s were followed by the 1970s bear market, the account would be valued at $358,972, even though the annual rate of return would still be 11. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Private Equity Wants Swedens Volvo Money Oct 6, 2009
Private equity firms' raison detre is to seek a high rate of return, after all. And if Sweden wants to subsidize the risk, so much the better. (Slate)
Inflation fears eating you up? Consider TIPS Oct 4, 2009
Investors in so-called "nominal" Treasury bonds get a fixed rate of return if they hold the bonds until they mature. For example, 10-year Treasury notes are now yielding about 3. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Bolin: Business as usual won’t work in this climate Oct 3, 2009
Jordan: Everyone is looking for the best rate of return. Our typical customer is fearful that their disposable income is under attack. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Lindeen warns against con artists Oct 3, 2009
A red flag should go off, she said, if someone promises a guaranteed rate of return on an investment. "It's an old adage, but it's true," she said. (Havre Daily News, MT)
Aura Minerals Completes Preliminary Assessment Study on Serrote Deposit of Arapiraca Project Oct 1, 2009
The expected after tax net present value ("NPV") is $325 million at a 10% discount rate and the after tax internal rate of return ("IRR") is 25. 4. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Homeowners Get Easy Money From Green Renovations: John F. Wasik Oct 1, 2009
Solar panels, for example, will save you money every year and have a steady rate of return thats almost guaranteed, depending on the state incentives. As part of the U.S. stimulus plan, also known as the , there are a raft of generous tax breaks for everything from replacing doors to installing geothermal heating systems. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
Change urged so SEC can spot next Madoff Sep 30, 2009
In Ponzi schemes, new investors money is used to pay earlier investors, creating a high rate of return that cannot be sustained. Require planning memos to be prepared during investigations that include details of what type of expertise is needed from other people not involved in the investigation, both inside and outside of the SEC.. (Boston Globe)
SEC Watchdog Pushes Changes After Madoff Failure Sep 30, 2009
In Ponzi, or pyramid, schemes, new investors' money is used to pay earlier investors, creating a high rate of return that cannot be sustained. 1. (ABC News -- Wire)
Hunting: An Extinction Threat To Middle East's Most Threatened Bird Sep 30, 2009
Dr Jeremy Lindsell, the RSPB scientist in charge of the ibis satellite-tracking project, said: "Recovery of the population from this frighteningly low level is going to be exceedingly difficult, but everyone involved in the project believes we must do everything we can to provide hope for this culturally-important icon of the Middle East. The tiny Syrian population has been breeding very well since its discovery, although it has suffered two poor years. The low rate of return of young birds to... (Science Daily)
Are investors missing out on sub-Sahara Africa? Sep 30, 2009
French firm SoSuMar is building a sugar-processing factory in Mali, where they expect an internal rate of return of nearly 58 percent. The territory in most business sectors is wide-open. (Christian Science Monitor)
* Singapores GIC signals shift to Asia after downturn Sep 30, 2009
GIC will remain forward-looking and seize good investment opportunities that will help us achieve our goal of achieving a reasonable rate of return over global inflation over the long term, he added. This story has been viewed 247 times. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
EXCERPT: Brian Ross' 'The Madoff Chronicles' Sep 30, 2009
8 billion in accounts with him, even more than he had estimated to his lawyers and the FBI. The clients received monthly statements showing a series of trades in blue-chip stocks, and a reliable 12- to 20-percent rate of return, year after year, even in rough markets when everyone else was losing money. 1. (ABC News)
White House states case for reform9:47 am | (No comments posted.) Sep 24, 2009
Asked what a reasonable rate of return would be for health insurance providers, and what range of returns they now are earning, Praeger said in most cases they are paying out about 90 percent of what they receive from premiums. Ario said all pay out at least 80 percent and often approach the 90 percent level. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
On the waterfront: threat of rent strike for jetties Sep 24, 2009
An Auditor-General's report yesterday disclosed the number of those behind in paying their rent has more than doubled in four years - and it warned this may increase as some are threatening to ''pay less than their annual rent until the net rate of return is adjusted ... George Citer of the Waterfront Action Group said, ''Because of the failure of Maritime and Lands to follow the [tribunal] recommendation that 'the rate of return will need to be regularly reviewed', the rents have increased in... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Gryphon Gold Corporation: Positive Pre-Feasibility Study Filed for Borealis Oxide Project in Nevada Sep 22, 2009
This press release contains "forward-looking statements" and "forward-looking information" within the meaning of Canadian and United States securities laws, which may include, but is not limited to, statements with respect to projections and expectations related to the results and projections contained in the pre-feasibility study regarding the Borealis resource, including, the expected mine life, recovery, capital costs, cash operating costs and other costs and anticipated production of the... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Vale Pushed by Lula to Increase Steel Investment Shareholders Say Is Risky Sep 21, 2009
If the rate of return for mining is greater than for steelmaking it should just stick to mining, Menezes said in a telephone interview from Rio. The government may be Vales biggest shareholder via some holders participations but doesnt have a majority in the group of controlling shareholders so it cant make that decision. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
Recession: What seemed so stable wasn't Sep 20, 2009
But they could not accept the tiny rate of return caused by the Fed lowering interest rates. This was a huge pool of money that was looking for both financial safety and higher returns. (Anchorage Daily News)
Piedmont Natural Gas eyes best-ever year Sep 18, 2009
The tracker system enables Piedmont to maintain its allowed rate of return regardless of whether demand goes up or down. The program, introduced here three years ago, has been a factor in Piedmont s strong returns in the Tar Heel State. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
Dells exit offers lessons and opportunities Sep 17, 2009
That's a pretty good rate of return. But there are things we can do better. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Tetragon Financial Group Limited (TFG) Monthly Update for August 2009 Sep 17, 2009
Internal Rate of Return (IRR) x Amortized Cost B/Fwd determines CDO income. (5) Equals CDO Amortized Cost BFwd / Book Value. (PR Newswire)
* World News Quick Take Sep 16, 2009
The RCMP allege that the pair set up Syndicated Gold Depository SA, which was supposed to lend money to Merendon Mining Corp Ltd, with the promise of a high rate of return and tax advantages to entice investors. UNITED STATES Relics returned to China. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Points to remember in equity investing Sep 16, 2009
This essentially means the rate of return should surpass the rate of inflation. Else, the actual value of investment made diminishes in net worth. (India Times)
Pension plans not impressive in terms of actual return00004000 Sep 15, 2009
But considering the present value of this amount, assuming the risk free rate of return of 8% (on PPF), the pension is just about Rs 20,500 26 ,300 per annum or Rs 1,700 2 ,100 per month. These pension plans thus fail provide adequate return over the life of the policy. (India Times)
Gold a hedge and no more - yet Sep 15, 2009
The rate of return on American assets will continue to grind lower under this scenario. If the deterioration of the dollar's attractiveness is matched by additional strategic blunders, it is possible to envision a collapse of the dollar's reserve role within a five- or 10-year horizon. (Asia Times Online)
MB Financial girds itself with $175M equity offer Sep 15, 2009
The internal rate of return on the transaction is at least 30%, the bank said. What do you think. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Canadian Charged in $100M Ponzi Scheme Sep 15, 2009
The scheme lured investors promising a high rate of return by putting their money in offshore shell companies. Alberta RCMP are asking anyone who was victimized by the scheme to come forward with information. (CBS News)
Rancho residents could see 63% hike in water bills (21) Sep 13, 2009
7 million loan for arsenic removal and that its rate of return, which has slipped under 3 percent, should be 12 percent ... The commission sets the total revenue amount that goes into the rates by adding operating costs to the product of the rate base (capital investment) times the rate of return ... The company said its current rate of return is 2. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Xcel rate-increase request opposed Sep 10, 2009
25 percent rate of return on equity. Most Read Stories. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Robb: Ways to make bill bipartisan Sep 7, 2009
And second, can the commission impose a surcharge on customers, not to provide a fair rate of return on electricity they are receiving, but to set up a slush fund to subsidize the cost of future electricity they may or may not receive. Heilman gave short shrift to the first question, but he completely ignored the second. (AZCentral -- News)
Northland Moves to Feasibility Study after Positive PEA on Kaunisvaara Iron Ore Concentrate Project Sep 7, 2009
- Using a discount rate of 8%, the Project has a potential Net Present Value (NPV) of USD 393 million and an Internal Rate of Return (IRR) of 21. 1. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Avista Reaches Partial Settlement in Washington Electric and Natural Gas Rate Requests Sep 5, 2009
With regard to cost of capital, the partial settlement agreement would set Avista's rate of return on utility investment at 8. 25 percent, with a common equity ratio of 46. (PR Newswire)
Aurcana Corporation Reports Positive Second Quarter Results Sep 3, 2009
- An internal rate of return ("IRR") of 25% pre tax. - A pre tax net present value ("NPV") of $23 million at a 5% discount rate. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Vista Announces Paredones Amarillos Gold Project Feasibility Study Update Results and Provides Project Update Sep 3, 2009
9 million ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Internal Rate of Return 21 ... All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included in this press release that address activities, events or developments that Vista expects or anticipates will or may occur in the future, including such things as estimates of capital and operating costs, estimates of production and life-of-mine, and estimates of financial payback period and internal rate of return... (PR Newswire)
Zell Returns to Grave Dancing With $625 Million Distressed Securities Fund Sep 2, 2009
Loans and bonds backed by overleveraged companies could be one area of interest for Zell, who teamed up with in 1990 to form the $1 billion Zell-Chilmark Fund LP. Zell- Chilmark invested in companies such as mattress maker Sealy Corp., Carter Hawley Hale Stores and Schwinn Bicycle Co. The funds internal rate of return averaged 18 percent, according to data from the Oregon Public Employees Retirement Fund, which invested about $29 million. Commercial Mortgages. (Bloomberg)
De Anza, Pueblo Serena residents up in arms Sep 1, 2009
"However, I remain opposed to the 55-plus zoning overlay and strongly believe the city should redraft the rent-control ordinance to allow for fair increases and a fair rate of return," he wrote. De Anza Corporation park owners, Herbert Gelfand and Michael Gelfand, of Southern California, have hired attorney Anthony Rodriguez, of Oakland, who has already contacted the City of Sonoma with letters of objection to the 55-plus mobile home park rule, claiming that the "City of Sonoma may not require... (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Intelligence report: Baseball's whiz kids stand out, to a degree Sep 1, 2009
" He plans to specialize in pediatric cancer, a focus since he learned as a sixth-grader that older sister Lesley had thyroid cancer. She's fine now, and Breslow has set up the Strike 3 Foundation for childhood cancer research. That perspective, plus knowing he is likely to find gainful employment after baseball, means "every pitch I throw isn't life or death," Breslow says. Ohlendorf agrees. He wrote his senior thesis on the investment in and rate of return of baseball draft picks and will... (USA Today -- Sports)
The pull effect of big rubber tree plantations Sep 1, 2009
According to rubber experts, those involved in rubber wood forest plantations could see an internal rate of return (IRR) in the region of 12. 8% from rubber wood alone. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Bank bailout: success comes with moral hazard Sep 1, 2009
The paper , for a total of $4 billion or an annual rate of return of 15 percent. That s a return Bernie Madoff would have envied. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
