Jun 16, 2010 – Strathclyde Associates Featured: Stock Market Shift Attributed to Green Investment. 21st century green initiatives are sparking life in today’s economy. Particularly, there have been a few major investments in renewable energy technologies that have positively influenced the stock market. In recent news, ProLogis, a leading global provider of distribution facilities has made a tremendous investment in solar rooftop implementation in Southern California. This is one of many enormous green investments following Earth Day 2010, but what type of impact is this really having on our planet and economy? Totaling 11.1 megawatts, the master agreement between SCE (Southern California Edison) and ProLogis has positively influenced the company’s stock (PLD 12.18, +1.05, +9.39%). ProLogis is able to provide such power through the direct installation of over 45 million square feet of rooftop panels that will effectively power the entire facility. With ProLogis’ enormous facilities and flat roof structure, the project is considered to be “multi-phase,” and will be a progressive installations beginning with nearly 2.5 million square feet. VP of renewable energy for ProLogis states “Our partnership with SCE works well for both parties – we have flat, available roof space and local construction management expertise in place to support the growth of SCE’s renewable energy program.” This is one such example of how electric companies are working with larger organizations to promote sustainability and renewable energy. This is in fact true on a residential level as well; there are a number of instances where a larger home or community of homes directly supplements these energy powerhouses with energy via solar panels.
Strathclyde Associates Featured: Stock Market Shift Attributed to Green Investment. The exploration and expansion of these technologies has also been a great catalyst for green collar jobs. Field by motivated assistant and creator Doug Band, The CGI (Clinton Global Initiative) has invested funds into renewable energies with “The Energy Efficiency Opportunity Fund” (Sept 25 2009). This was more or less a fund to all the financing of large projects like implementing LEED standards in older buildings. The fund has been focusing on low-income areas to promote the creation of such jobs. ProLogis green sector has also facilitated new job openings and allowed the company to grow tremendously. Although, renewable energy groups like ProLogis and the CGI aren’t the only types of technology firms that are making a huge impact. Search giant Google (516.16 +23.02 (4.67%)) recently made their biggest renewable energy investment in history. With projects beginning back in 2007 (Clean-tech fray), Google has made it their duty to pursue such sustainability and renewable energy efforts. On May 3rd a press release went out stating Google’s 38.8 million dollar investment in two North Dakota wind farms. “On Friday we made our first direct investment in a utility-scale renewable energy project — two wind farms that generate 169.5 megawatts of power, enough to power more than 55,000 homes.” Rick Needeham, Google’s Green Business Operations Manager, wrote within that Google is greatly interested in discovering new opportunities to invest in renewable energy projects that really ”push the envelope.” With enough energy to power nearly 55,000 homes, Google is making a tremendous impact on sustainability for our planet. ProLogis currently maintains solar projects on 32 buildings throughout France, Germany, Japan, Spain and the United States. The installation envelops greater than 10.6 million square feet (984,800 square meters) of roof space and totals 24.6 MW (megawatts). With Google’s acquisition of wind turbines in North Dakota, they are able to produce nearly 170 MW of power. Combined, this is a whopping 194.6 MW of clean energy, driven to both business and residential. With lessened maintenance costs and new job openings, these investments are major players in the welfare of our economy as well. It’s with efforts from both energy and non-energy groups that we begin to see hope for the future of our planet. -Jack Lundee – Follower of all things green and progressive.
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Strathclyde Associates: Taking A Look at Brazil’s Economy
Brazil’s economic output dipped a tiny 0.2% in 2009 and is on course to grow by about 6% — well above the 4.5% or so that many economists regard as the potential or noninflationary rate — in 2010. Industrial production, retail sales, employment, business and consumer confidence are all on the way up. Consumer price inflation is seen rising to 5.4% a year, 90 basis points above the government’s target of 4.5%. Brazil’s IPCA consumer-price index stood at 5.22% in the 12 months through mid-April. In order to control inflationary expectations, Brazil’s central bank has increased the country’s reference lending rate by 75 basis points. The Selic rate is 9.50% now and may be increased by another 100 basis points by the end of 2010 if inflationary pressures remain.
Strathclyde Associates: Taking A Look at Brazil’s Economy - Brazil and India have called Beijing to revalue its currency, the yuan. Both Indian Central Bank Governor Duvvuri Subbarao and his Brazilian equivalent, Henrique Meirelles, have called on China to appreciate the yuan. Earlier, Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said the world needed a stronger yuan. Bank of Japan Governor Masaaki Shirakawa suggested that China should “eventually” let its currency appreciate.
Strathclyde Associates: Taking A Look at Brazil’s Economy - Brazil awarded a contract to build and operate the world’s third-largest hydroelectric plant on a tributary of the Amazon River, amid vocal protests by environmental activists. Brazil is pushing ahead with the project despite questions about its impact on the environment. Brazilian authorities argue that relying on hydropower is better for the environment than burning other sources of energy like coal or fuel oil.
Strathclyde Associates is a full service brokerage firm
with many years experience in providing a wide array of services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations. Through the Strathclyde Associates Institutional and Private Clients Divisions we provide our clients with services that include Securities, Investment Banking and Investment Management Services.
Above and beyond we are the first choice for individuals and institutions alike when considering a Premier Wealth Management Company. Excellence in market execution and the provision of the right information at the right price, at the right time has given Strathclyde Associates an enviable worldwide prestige of being able to ensure that our clients achieve their financial objectives and aspirations.
From natural resources to technology our fundamental strengths lie in innovative investment solutions combined with robust execution capabilities. At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client’s unique financial needs and preferences.
Owing to the depth and quality of our understanding we construct long term relationships with our clients with a core focus on value creation and an ultimate commitment to helping our clients build and manage their wealth. This specialized focus, an enviable reputation for quality and integrity and of course strong relationships nurtured with investors have made Strathclyde Associates a worldwide leader in
Strathclyde Associates: Taking A Look at Brazil’s Economy - Brazil and India have called Beijing to revalue its currency, the yuan. Both Indian Central Bank Governor Duvvuri Subbarao and his Brazilian equivalent, Henrique Meirelles, have called on China to appreciate the yuan. Earlier, Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said the world needed a stronger yuan. Bank of Japan Governor Masaaki Shirakawa suggested that China should “eventually” let its currency appreciate.
Strathclyde Associates: Taking A Look at Brazil’s Economy - Brazil awarded a contract to build and operate the world’s third-largest hydroelectric plant on a tributary of the Amazon River, amid vocal protests by environmental activists. Brazil is pushing ahead with the project despite questions about its impact on the environment. Brazilian authorities argue that relying on hydropower is better for the environment than burning other sources of energy like coal or fuel oil.
Strathclyde Associates is a full service brokerage firm
with many years experience in providing a wide array of services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations. Through the Strathclyde Associates Institutional and Private Clients Divisions we provide our clients with services that include Securities, Investment Banking and Investment Management Services.
Above and beyond we are the first choice for individuals and institutions alike when considering a Premier Wealth Management Company. Excellence in market execution and the provision of the right information at the right price, at the right time has given Strathclyde Associates an enviable worldwide prestige of being able to ensure that our clients achieve their financial objectives and aspirations.
From natural resources to technology our fundamental strengths lie in innovative investment solutions combined with robust execution capabilities. At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client’s unique financial needs and preferences.
Owing to the depth and quality of our understanding we construct long term relationships with our clients with a core focus on value creation and an ultimate commitment to helping our clients build and manage their wealth. This specialized focus, an enviable reputation for quality and integrity and of course strong relationships nurtured with investors have made Strathclyde Associates a worldwide leader in
Strathclyde Associates: Taking A Look at Taiwan’s Economy
Strathclyde Associates: Taking A Look at Taiwan’s Economy - Taiwan is recovering rapidly from last year’s recession. Its semi-conductor industry is doing well and there is very little inflationary pressure in the economy. Taiwanese, however, are concerned about their linkages with the mainland China. President Ma Ying-jeou played down fears that a planned free-trade pact with China would leave Taipei over-reliant on China, saying the deal could lead to similar ones with other countries that would help diversify the island’s economy.
Strathclyde Associates: Taking A Look at Taiwan’s Economy - The planned agreement, known as the Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement, would pull down many of the remaining barriers to trade and investment between Taiwan and China, which have already expanded economic ties in recent years after decades of hostility. It is estimated that the agreement will raise Taiwan’s gross domestic product by 1.65% to 1.72%, and create 263,000 jobs for Taiwan’s population of 23 million people.
Opposition parties in Taiwan believe that the agreement which Taiwan and China hope to sign by June, could be a step toward political unification. The Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement is the jewel in the crown of Mr. Ma’s efforts to engage China economically and boost Taiwan’s economy. The agreement will allow the free flow of many goods and services except for Chinese agricultural produce, as a concession to Taiwanese farmers. Taiwan has approached the U.S., Japan and Singapore as well as other Southeast Asian countries about having free-trade pacts, but was blocked by China. Once China has the agreement, its opposition to having the same agreement with other countries will reduce.
A constant commitment to our clients is the strong foundation of the business culture at Strathclyde Associates. We constantly develop innovative solutions in order to accommodate the ever-changing tastes, desires and needs of our clients. Providing services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client’s unique financial needs and preferences.
Strathclyde Associates is a full service brokerage firm with many years experience in providing a wide array of services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
Through the Strathclyde Associates Institutional and Private Clients Divisions we provide our clients with services that include Securities, Investment Banking and Investment Management Services.
Above and beyond we are the first choice for individuals and institutions alike when considering a Premier Wealth Management Company. Excellence in market execution and the provision of the right information at the right price, at the right time has given Strathclyde Associates an enviable worldwide prestige of being able to ensure that our clients achieve their financial objectives and aspirations.
From natural resources to technology our fundamental strengths lie in innovative investment solutions combined with robust execution capabilities. At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client’s unique financial needs and preferences.
Owing to the depth and quality of our understanding we construct long term relationships with our clients with a core focus on value creation and an ultimate commitment to helping our clients build and manage their wealth.
This specialized focus, an enviable reputation for quality and integrity and of course strong relationships nurtured with investors have made Strathclyde Associates a worldwide leader in wealth management.
Strathclyde Associates: Taking A Look at Taiwan’s Economy - The planned agreement, known as the Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement, would pull down many of the remaining barriers to trade and investment between Taiwan and China, which have already expanded economic ties in recent years after decades of hostility. It is estimated that the agreement will raise Taiwan’s gross domestic product by 1.65% to 1.72%, and create 263,000 jobs for Taiwan’s population of 23 million people.
Opposition parties in Taiwan believe that the agreement which Taiwan and China hope to sign by June, could be a step toward political unification. The Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement is the jewel in the crown of Mr. Ma’s efforts to engage China economically and boost Taiwan’s economy. The agreement will allow the free flow of many goods and services except for Chinese agricultural produce, as a concession to Taiwanese farmers. Taiwan has approached the U.S., Japan and Singapore as well as other Southeast Asian countries about having free-trade pacts, but was blocked by China. Once China has the agreement, its opposition to having the same agreement with other countries will reduce.
A constant commitment to our clients is the strong foundation of the business culture at Strathclyde Associates. We constantly develop innovative solutions in order to accommodate the ever-changing tastes, desires and needs of our clients. Providing services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client’s unique financial needs and preferences.
Strathclyde Associates is a full service brokerage firm with many years experience in providing a wide array of services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
Through the Strathclyde Associates Institutional and Private Clients Divisions we provide our clients with services that include Securities, Investment Banking and Investment Management Services.
Above and beyond we are the first choice for individuals and institutions alike when considering a Premier Wealth Management Company. Excellence in market execution and the provision of the right information at the right price, at the right time has given Strathclyde Associates an enviable worldwide prestige of being able to ensure that our clients achieve their financial objectives and aspirations.
From natural resources to technology our fundamental strengths lie in innovative investment solutions combined with robust execution capabilities. At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client’s unique financial needs and preferences.
Owing to the depth and quality of our understanding we construct long term relationships with our clients with a core focus on value creation and an ultimate commitment to helping our clients build and manage their wealth.
This specialized focus, an enviable reputation for quality and integrity and of course strong relationships nurtured with investors have made Strathclyde Associates a worldwide leader in wealth management.
Thursday, September 2, 2010
Strathclyde Associates: Taking A Look at Brazil’s Economy
Brazil’s economic output dipped a tiny 0.2% in 2009 and is on course to grow by about 6% — well above the 4.5% or so that many economists regard as the potential or noninflationary rate — in 2010. Industrial production, retail sales, employment, business and consumer confidence are all on the way up. Consumer price inflation is seen rising to 5.4% a year, 90 basis points above the government’s target of 4.5%. Brazil’s IPCA consumer-price index stood at 5.22% in the 12 months through mid-April. In order to control inflationary expectations, Brazil’s central bank has increased the country’s reference lending rate by 75 basis points. The Selic rate is 9.50% now and may be increased by another 100 basis points by the end of 2010 if inflationary pressures remain.
Strathclyde Associates: Taking A Look at Brazil’s Economy - Brazil and India have called Beijing to revalue its currency, the yuan. Both Indian Central Bank Governor Duvvuri Subbarao and his Brazilian equivalent, Henrique Meirelles, have called on China to appreciate the yuan. Earlier, Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said the world needed a stronger yuan. Bank of Japan Governor Masaaki Shirakawa suggested that China should “eventually” let its currency appreciate.
Strathclyde Associates: Taking A Look at Brazil’s Economy - Brazil awarded a contract to build and operate the world’s third-largest hydroelectric plant on a tributary of the Amazon River, amid vocal protests by environmental activists. Brazil is pushing ahead with the project despite questions about its impact on the environment. Brazilian authorities argue that relying on hydropower is better for the environment than burning other sources of energy like coal or fuel oil.
Strathclyde Associates is a full service brokerage firm with many years experience in providing a wide array of services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations. Through the Strathclyde Associates Institutional and Private Clients Divisions we provide our clients with services that include Securities, Investment Banking and Investment Management Services.
Above and beyond we are the first choice for individuals and institutions alike when considering a Premier Wealth Management Company. Excellence in market execution and the provision of the right information at the right price, at the right time has given Strathclyde Associates an enviable worldwide prestige of being able to ensure that our clients achieve their financial objectives and aspirations.
From natural resources to technology our fundamental strengths lie in innovative investment solutions combined with robust execution capabilities. At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client’s unique financial needs and preferences.
Owing to the depth and quality of our understanding we construct long term relationships with our clients with a core focus on value creation and an ultimate commitment to helping our clients build and manage their wealth. This specialized focus, an enviable reputation for quality and integrity and of course strong relationships nurtured with investors have made Strathclyde Associates a worldwide leader in wealth management.
Strathclyde Associates: Taking A Look at Brazil’s Economy - Brazil and India have called Beijing to revalue its currency, the yuan. Both Indian Central Bank Governor Duvvuri Subbarao and his Brazilian equivalent, Henrique Meirelles, have called on China to appreciate the yuan. Earlier, Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said the world needed a stronger yuan. Bank of Japan Governor Masaaki Shirakawa suggested that China should “eventually” let its currency appreciate.
Strathclyde Associates: Taking A Look at Brazil’s Economy - Brazil awarded a contract to build and operate the world’s third-largest hydroelectric plant on a tributary of the Amazon River, amid vocal protests by environmental activists. Brazil is pushing ahead with the project despite questions about its impact on the environment. Brazilian authorities argue that relying on hydropower is better for the environment than burning other sources of energy like coal or fuel oil.
Strathclyde Associates is a full service brokerage firm with many years experience in providing a wide array of services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations. Through the Strathclyde Associates Institutional and Private Clients Divisions we provide our clients with services that include Securities, Investment Banking and Investment Management Services.
Above and beyond we are the first choice for individuals and institutions alike when considering a Premier Wealth Management Company. Excellence in market execution and the provision of the right information at the right price, at the right time has given Strathclyde Associates an enviable worldwide prestige of being able to ensure that our clients achieve their financial objectives and aspirations.
From natural resources to technology our fundamental strengths lie in innovative investment solutions combined with robust execution capabilities. At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client’s unique financial needs and preferences.
Owing to the depth and quality of our understanding we construct long term relationships with our clients with a core focus on value creation and an ultimate commitment to helping our clients build and manage their wealth. This specialized focus, an enviable reputation for quality and integrity and of course strong relationships nurtured with investors have made Strathclyde Associates a worldwide leader in wealth management.
Strathclyde Associates Korea Market Outlook March 2010 by Strathclyde Associates
A market segment that we have been watching closely for a long time is renewable, green, clean fuels. The US Energy Policy and Conservation Act (signed into law by President Ford in 1975), the 1990 Clean Air Act and the 1992 Energy policy Act gave rise to fight over such issues as subsidies, support for development initiatives, favourable tax treatment, loan guarantees, partnership agreements and other considerations too numerous to mention. How all these competing stakeholder interest and legislatives initiatives would ultimately influence what would happen was far from evident - the devil was always in the details that would eventually emerge - and investors stayed away in droves. It certainly didn't help when USA today wrote, "Clean energy has a dirty secret. It isn't cheap." Wisely, they have gone on to modify their doom-laden statement by writing that renewable, green energy is widely supported to fight global warming... And that high fossil fuel prices and a cap on power plant emissions could make clean energy competitive with - or even cheaper than - conventional energy. In addition, few issues sparked more environmental fear mongering than the growing field of biotechnology. Fortunately, the NCPA (National Centre for Policy Analysis) Scholars set forth their beliefs that biotechnology has the potential to produce countless benefits to human nutrition, human health and the environment of natural resources whilst also contributing to the clean and green energy sector. As a result of healthy government subsidies and mandates, the bio fuel industry is expanding at a rapid pace. Already it is a multi-billion dollar enterprise. Clean, green, renewable fuels appear a more attractive proposition than ever before. We believe that the time is now right to take a position in this market segment which now represents a multi-billion-dollar opportunity, not only for stakeholders but also for investors looking at, much better than, reasonable growth. "Any Financial Advisor will tell you that you don't have your money in any one thing", says senior portfolio manager, Robert Auer in Indianapolis. Here at Strathclyde Associates we wholeheartedly endorse that philosophy and are constantly in consultations with our clients regarding the diversification and management of their portfolio. This remark was prompted by the highest spate of insider selling in more than a year. Conventional wisdom says it's time to sell when corporate leaders start cashing in on gains because it signals a lack of confidence with the corporate outlook. However, many factors can muddy the bigger picture when trying to draw a conclusion from insider selling. Executives have sold personal holdings for other reasons over the past year, analysts say, including cash-flow problems following the wipe-out in equities, tighter credit controls and a desire for greater diversification. A percentage of selling volume is made up of options on the company's stock which are generally solve because they are about to expire. After the shock of seeing large chunks of their wealth destroyed during the crisis, corporate insider are more likely to be selling some holdings in their own companies and diversifying more into other stocks. Concern over the depreciating value of the US dollar and the global economic crisis is prompting calls for policymakers to consider creating and using a "supranational currency", such as special drawing rights (SDR's), as their new global reserve currency. The SDR is an international reserve asset allocated by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to member countries. While expressed in US dollars, its currency value is based on market exchange rates of a basket of four major currencies - the Euro, UK pound sterling, Japanese yen and the US dollar - making it less prone to volatility. SDR's can be exchanged for freely usable currencies which is why more and more countries are including them in their reserve currency mix. High profile leaders like Zhou Xiaochuan, Governor of the People's Bank of China, and the Russian President, Dmitry Medvedev, have also added their voices to the need for the replacement of the globally dominant US dollar. Sterling chair Professor of Economics, M.S.G. Bautista, estimates that whilst US dollars currently account for 62% of all reserves in the world, the euro and the UK pound continue to grow appreciably. We are continuing to monitor exciting European stocks for our valued clients, and welcome new clients to get the most out of the market with us.
“Strathclyde Associates” Taking A Look – China’s Economy Part One
China’s economy expanded 11.9% from a year earlier in the first quarter of 2010, a strong result highlighting both the strength of the recovery in China and the increasing risks of overheating.
Inflation has been subdued so far, with the consumer price index rising 2.4% in March from a year earlier, marginally lower than February’s 2.7% rise and close to Beijing’s 3% target.
“Strathclyde Associates” Taking A Look – China’s Economy: The IMF expects consumer price inflation to be 3.1% for this year but to slow down to 2.4% in 2011. The government is of the opinion that China’s main problem is that property prices are too high, not that the total economy is overheating. Therefore, most of its policy measures in recent weeks have focused narrowly on reining in property speculation, while conspicuously avoiding broader measures — like interest rate hikes — that would affect everyone.
The State Council repeated its promise to “resolutely curb” excessive property price rises by restricting speculative purchases while increasing the supply of land for housing and government supports for low-income housing. The US Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke has said that the yuan is “undervalued… to promote a more export-oriented economy” and an International Monetary Fund study also suggested that a currency move wouldn’t harm Chinese growth if handled properly.
“Strathclyde Associates” Taking A Look – China’s Economy:The Fed chairman’s remarks come amid growing expectations that China will allow its currency to rise, perhaps before leaders of the Group of 20 industrialized and developing countries meet in Canada in June. But China does not want to be seen taking decision under the US pressure. Moreover, China has argued that yuan appreciation is not the solution for the US unemployment. The political realities have forced the U.S. Treasury to postpone a decision on whether to label China a “currency manipulator,” in an effort to give China some political breathing space to revalue its currency without appearing to bow to U.S. pressure.
Already many influential economists in China have publicly advocated a change, arguing that a more flexible currency would help China deal with the rising domestic prices fuelled by its rapid growth.
“Strathclyde Associates” Taking A Look – China’s Economy:Xia Bin, a prominent Chinese scholar recently named an outside adviser to the People’s Bank of China, is of the view that the current de facto peg is no longer necessary because “the worst of the crisis is over.”
But he argued that a large move in the currency’s value would be unwise, and suggested a return to the pre-crisis policy of a somewhat flexible but closely managed exchange rate. A yuan revaluation, albeit a relatively small one, could be on the cards as soon as May.
Inflation has been subdued so far, with the consumer price index rising 2.4% in March from a year earlier, marginally lower than February’s 2.7% rise and close to Beijing’s 3% target.
“Strathclyde Associates” Taking A Look – China’s Economy: The IMF expects consumer price inflation to be 3.1% for this year but to slow down to 2.4% in 2011. The government is of the opinion that China’s main problem is that property prices are too high, not that the total economy is overheating. Therefore, most of its policy measures in recent weeks have focused narrowly on reining in property speculation, while conspicuously avoiding broader measures — like interest rate hikes — that would affect everyone.
The State Council repeated its promise to “resolutely curb” excessive property price rises by restricting speculative purchases while increasing the supply of land for housing and government supports for low-income housing. The US Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke has said that the yuan is “undervalued… to promote a more export-oriented economy” and an International Monetary Fund study also suggested that a currency move wouldn’t harm Chinese growth if handled properly.
“Strathclyde Associates” Taking A Look – China’s Economy:The Fed chairman’s remarks come amid growing expectations that China will allow its currency to rise, perhaps before leaders of the Group of 20 industrialized and developing countries meet in Canada in June. But China does not want to be seen taking decision under the US pressure. Moreover, China has argued that yuan appreciation is not the solution for the US unemployment. The political realities have forced the U.S. Treasury to postpone a decision on whether to label China a “currency manipulator,” in an effort to give China some political breathing space to revalue its currency without appearing to bow to U.S. pressure.
Already many influential economists in China have publicly advocated a change, arguing that a more flexible currency would help China deal with the rising domestic prices fuelled by its rapid growth.
“Strathclyde Associates” Taking A Look – China’s Economy:Xia Bin, a prominent Chinese scholar recently named an outside adviser to the People’s Bank of China, is of the view that the current de facto peg is no longer necessary because “the worst of the crisis is over.”
But he argued that a large move in the currency’s value would be unwise, and suggested a return to the pre-crisis policy of a somewhat flexible but closely managed exchange rate. A yuan revaluation, albeit a relatively small one, could be on the cards as soon as May.
Strathclyde Associates: Taking A Look at Taiwan’s Economy
Strathclyde Associates: Taking A Look at Taiwan’s Economy - Taiwan is recovering rapidly from last year’s recession. Its semi-conductor industry is doing well and there is very little inflationary pressure in the economy. Taiwanese, however, are concerned about their linkages with the mainland China. President Ma Ying-jeou played down fears that a planned free-trade pact with China would leave Taipei over-reliant on China, saying the deal could lead to similar ones with other countries that would help diversify the island’s economy.
Strathclyde Associates: Taking A Look at Taiwan’s Economy - The planned agreement, known as the Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement, would pull down many of the remaining barriers to trade and investment between Taiwan and China, which have already expanded economic ties in recent years after decades of hostility. It is estimated that the agreement will raise Taiwan’s gross domestic product by 1.65% to 1.72%, and create 263,000 jobs for Taiwan’s population of 23 million people.
Opposition parties in Taiwan believe that the agreement which Taiwan and China hope to sign by June, could be a step toward political unification. The Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement is the jewel in the crown of Mr. Ma’s efforts to engage China economically and boost Taiwan’s economy. The agreement will allow the free flow of many goods and services except for Chinese agricultural produce, as a concession to Taiwanese farmers. Taiwan has approached the U.S., Japan and Singapore as well as other Southeast Asian countries about having free-trade pacts, but was blocked by China. Once China has the agreement, its opposition to having the same agreement with other countries will reduce.
A constant commitment to our clients is the strong foundation of the business culture at Strathclyde Associates. We constantly develop innovative solutions in order to accommodate the ever-changing tastes, desires and needs of our clients. Providing services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client’s unique financial needs and preferences.
Strathclyde Associates is a full service brokerage firm with many years experience in providing a wide array of services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
Through the Strathclyde Associates Institutional and Private Clients Divisions we provide our clients with services that include Securities, Investment Banking and Investment Management Services.
Above and beyond we are the first choice for individuals and institutions alike when considering a Premier Wealth Management Company. Excellence in market execution and the provision of the right information at the right price, at the right time has given Strathclyde Associates an enviable worldwide prestige of being able to ensure that our clients achieve their financial objectives and aspirations.
From natural resources to technology our fundamental strengths lie in innovative investment solutions combined with robust execution capabilities. At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client’s unique financial needs and preferences.
Owing to the depth and quality of our understanding we construct long term relationships with our clients with a core focus on value creation and an ultimate commitment to helping our clients build and manage their wealth.
This specialized focus, an enviable reputation for quality and integrity and of course strong relationships nurtured with investors have made Strathclyde Associates a worldwide leader in wealth management.
Strathclyde Associates: Taking A Look at Taiwan’s Economy - The planned agreement, known as the Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement, would pull down many of the remaining barriers to trade and investment between Taiwan and China, which have already expanded economic ties in recent years after decades of hostility. It is estimated that the agreement will raise Taiwan’s gross domestic product by 1.65% to 1.72%, and create 263,000 jobs for Taiwan’s population of 23 million people.
Opposition parties in Taiwan believe that the agreement which Taiwan and China hope to sign by June, could be a step toward political unification. The Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement is the jewel in the crown of Mr. Ma’s efforts to engage China economically and boost Taiwan’s economy. The agreement will allow the free flow of many goods and services except for Chinese agricultural produce, as a concession to Taiwanese farmers. Taiwan has approached the U.S., Japan and Singapore as well as other Southeast Asian countries about having free-trade pacts, but was blocked by China. Once China has the agreement, its opposition to having the same agreement with other countries will reduce.
A constant commitment to our clients is the strong foundation of the business culture at Strathclyde Associates. We constantly develop innovative solutions in order to accommodate the ever-changing tastes, desires and needs of our clients. Providing services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client’s unique financial needs and preferences.
Strathclyde Associates is a full service brokerage firm with many years experience in providing a wide array of services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
Through the Strathclyde Associates Institutional and Private Clients Divisions we provide our clients with services that include Securities, Investment Banking and Investment Management Services.
Above and beyond we are the first choice for individuals and institutions alike when considering a Premier Wealth Management Company. Excellence in market execution and the provision of the right information at the right price, at the right time has given Strathclyde Associates an enviable worldwide prestige of being able to ensure that our clients achieve their financial objectives and aspirations.
From natural resources to technology our fundamental strengths lie in innovative investment solutions combined with robust execution capabilities. At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client’s unique financial needs and preferences.
Owing to the depth and quality of our understanding we construct long term relationships with our clients with a core focus on value creation and an ultimate commitment to helping our clients build and manage their wealth.
This specialized focus, an enviable reputation for quality and integrity and of course strong relationships nurtured with investors have made Strathclyde Associates a worldwide leader in wealth management.
Welcome To Strathclyde Associates Trading & Management Construction Company
Welcome To Strathclyde Associates Trading & Management Construction Company
The company was established in early 2005 to serve the booming international construction industry. We work with associate companies worldwide.
The company was established in early 2005 to serve the booming international construction industry. We work with associate companies worldwide.
Soon after its establishment, Strathclyde Associates Trading and Management Construction Company made a number of associations mainly in the Pacific and Southeast Asia regions. These business partnerships added extra strength to STRATHCLYDE ASSOCIATES TRADING & MANAGEMENT. We are proud to be associated with projects in countries including Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore and Korea.
Our main base of operations is at Baltimore, Maryland..
We have two main areas of expertise, international trading and shipments of construction products from cement to structural steel to panzer glass office windows and many more.
We also supply particularly to Bangkok Thailand, and Seoul Korea a wide range of highly skilled personnel from structural engineers to quantity surveyors.
The extensive building code and best practices knowledge that the construction defect litigation group provides is a significant advantage to our clients, allowing us to draw upon the years of experience in building projects and construction quality assurance of their GCs, Architects, and Engineers on every project."
Kevin Gilles, CEO
As mentioned our two main areas of expertise are construction materials and management personnel. In both these fields, there is some bad reputations in the area of fraud and fraudulant transactions. There are many scams and in the field of personnel, many scammers. We are proud of our reputation of checking and verifying all our products and personnel. Fraudulant financial transactions is the norm. Our checking procedures are second to none.
The company was established in early 2005 to serve the booming international construction industry. We work with associate companies worldwide.
Soon after its establishment, Strathclyde Associates Trading and Management Construction Company made a number of associations mainly in the Pacific and Southeast Asia regions. These business partnerships added extra strength to Strathclyde Associates Trading and Management Construction Company. We are proud to be associated with projects in countries including Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore and Seoul, S Korea.
The company was established in early 2005 to serve the booming international construction industry. We work with associate companies worldwide.
The company was established in early 2005 to serve the booming international construction industry. We work with associate companies worldwide.
Soon after its establishment, Strathclyde Associates Trading and Management Construction Company made a number of associations mainly in the Pacific and Southeast Asia regions. These business partnerships added extra strength to STRATHCLYDE ASSOCIATES TRADING & MANAGEMENT. We are proud to be associated with projects in countries including Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore and Korea.
Our main base of operations is at Baltimore, Maryland..
We have two main areas of expertise, international trading and shipments of construction products from cement to structural steel to panzer glass office windows and many more.
We also supply particularly to Bangkok Thailand, and Seoul Korea a wide range of highly skilled personnel from structural engineers to quantity surveyors.
The extensive building code and best practices knowledge that the construction defect litigation group provides is a significant advantage to our clients, allowing us to draw upon the years of experience in building projects and construction quality assurance of their GCs, Architects, and Engineers on every project."
Kevin Gilles, CEO
As mentioned our two main areas of expertise are construction materials and management personnel. In both these fields, there is some bad reputations in the area of fraud and fraudulant transactions. There are many scams and in the field of personnel, many scammers. We are proud of our reputation of checking and verifying all our products and personnel. Fraudulant financial transactions is the norm. Our checking procedures are second to none.
The company was established in early 2005 to serve the booming international construction industry. We work with associate companies worldwide.
Soon after its establishment, Strathclyde Associates Trading and Management Construction Company made a number of associations mainly in the Pacific and Southeast Asia regions. These business partnerships added extra strength to Strathclyde Associates Trading and Management Construction Company. We are proud to be associated with projects in countries including Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore and Seoul, S Korea.
Taking A Look at South Korea’s Economy: Strathclyde Associates
Taking A Look at South Korea’s Economy: Strathclyde Associates - Korea is set to grow about 5% this year, faster than the Bank of Korea’s December forecast of 4.6%.
Strathclyde Associates Korea Investment Guide: Investment Strategy
A well-planned investment strategy is essential before having any investment decisions. A business strategy is generally based upon long run period. Formation of business strategy largely dependent upon the factors such as long-term goals and risk on the investment.
As the return on investment is not always clear, so the investors prepare the strategy so as to face the ongoing challenges in investment. A balanced investment strategy is generally required in the process of investment, which possesses long time period and some risk tolerance.
In the case, when a strategy is aggressive the chance of attaining a higher goal is higher. An efficient strategy can be obtained from portfolio theory, which shows good estimates on risk and return.
Strathclyde Associates Investment Guide: Investment Strategy is usually considered to be more of a branch of finance than economics. It is defined as set of rules, a definite behavior or procedure guiding an investor to choose his investment portfolio. For example, investing in mutual funds has recently emerged as a very favorable investment strategy.
An investment strategy is centered on a risk-return tradeoff for a potential investor. High return investment instruments such as real estate and mutual funds usually have more risks associated with it than low return-low risk investment opportunities. Return on investment can be calculated on past or current investment or on the estimated return on future investment.
Symbolically, it can be expressed as: Vf/Vi -1 where Vf denotes final investment value and Vi is the initial investment value. (“f” and “i” should be noted as subscripts)
Strathclyde Associates Investment Guide: Return on investment (ROI) is profitable when Vf/Vi-1>0 and the investment is deemed to be unprofitable when the value of final investment is less than that of the initial investment. ROI is calculated to be 1 or 100% when the value of the final investment is twice the value of the initial investment.
Types of investment strategies can be defined as follows: A passive investment strategy attempted to minimize transaction costs.
An active investment strategy guide used to maximize returns based on moves such as proper market timing. This usually mean, “buying in the lows and selling in the highs” or buying investment instruments when they are cheap and selling them off when their price appreciates. This strategy, however, is not very beneficial for small time investors.
Small time investors can adopt the buy and hold investment strategy to invest in equities, which although volatile in nature, give favorable long run returns. Investing in equity markets for small time investors is associated with the investors holding on for very long periods. In the case of real estate, the holding period extends the lifespan of the mortgage. Notably, in case of this strategy, indexing or buying a small proportion of all the shares in market index or a mutual fund is a purely passive variant of the above strategy.
The strategy of value investing, a classic investment strategy propagated by Benjamin Graham simply concentrates on the strategy that an investor buys shares of a company as if he was buying off the whole company without paying any attention to the stock market scenario or any exterior conditions such as the political climate. At the end of the day, if he can buy the stock at less than that its actual future worth to the buyer, the person is said to have discovered a “value investment.”
Investment strategies can also denote the investment strategies a national or federal government should follow to bring about economic growth in a country. This can only be achieved by domestic investment as well as significant FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) flows to particular sectors of countries, especially the less developed ones of Asia and Africa.
In case of India, infrastructural problems, excessive government intervention, rigid labor laws and corruption are stifling the flow of FDI in the critical sectors. Less developed countries such as those in the Asia- Pacific region and Africa can bring about much needed development in these economies.
An investment strategy in mutual funds is probably the best bet for a profitable investment. Mutual funds is defined as a pool of money supplied by different investors and in turn used by the mutual fund company to invest in various assets such as stocks and bonds. However, a detailed research has to be conducted for choosing the mutual fund companies and only those should be considered which have a professional investment manger. This will ensure that the funds get channeled towards the right investments. This also applies for investing in stock markets where a decision to invest should follow a through research about the past and current trends of the stock prices and their Net Asset Values (NAV). Analyses from market researchers about the predicted future trends should also be considered otherwise gains from capital appreciation; capital gain distribution (in case of mutual funds) and dividends might not be realized.
Lastly, investment strategies leading to green investments or investments in renewable sources of energy will be the next big thing in the investment spectrum. From Economy Watch. Economy, Investment & Finance Reports.
Strathclyde Associates is a full service brokerage firm with many years experience in providing a wide array of services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
As the return on investment is not always clear, so the investors prepare the strategy so as to face the ongoing challenges in investment. A balanced investment strategy is generally required in the process of investment, which possesses long time period and some risk tolerance.
In the case, when a strategy is aggressive the chance of attaining a higher goal is higher. An efficient strategy can be obtained from portfolio theory, which shows good estimates on risk and return.
Strathclyde Associates Investment Guide: Investment Strategy is usually considered to be more of a branch of finance than economics. It is defined as set of rules, a definite behavior or procedure guiding an investor to choose his investment portfolio. For example, investing in mutual funds has recently emerged as a very favorable investment strategy.
An investment strategy is centered on a risk-return tradeoff for a potential investor. High return investment instruments such as real estate and mutual funds usually have more risks associated with it than low return-low risk investment opportunities. Return on investment can be calculated on past or current investment or on the estimated return on future investment.
Symbolically, it can be expressed as: Vf/Vi -1 where Vf denotes final investment value and Vi is the initial investment value. (“f” and “i” should be noted as subscripts)
Strathclyde Associates Investment Guide: Return on investment (ROI) is profitable when Vf/Vi-1>0 and the investment is deemed to be unprofitable when the value of final investment is less than that of the initial investment. ROI is calculated to be 1 or 100% when the value of the final investment is twice the value of the initial investment.
Types of investment strategies can be defined as follows: A passive investment strategy attempted to minimize transaction costs.
An active investment strategy guide used to maximize returns based on moves such as proper market timing. This usually mean, “buying in the lows and selling in the highs” or buying investment instruments when they are cheap and selling them off when their price appreciates. This strategy, however, is not very beneficial for small time investors.
Small time investors can adopt the buy and hold investment strategy to invest in equities, which although volatile in nature, give favorable long run returns. Investing in equity markets for small time investors is associated with the investors holding on for very long periods. In the case of real estate, the holding period extends the lifespan of the mortgage. Notably, in case of this strategy, indexing or buying a small proportion of all the shares in market index or a mutual fund is a purely passive variant of the above strategy.
The strategy of value investing, a classic investment strategy propagated by Benjamin Graham simply concentrates on the strategy that an investor buys shares of a company as if he was buying off the whole company without paying any attention to the stock market scenario or any exterior conditions such as the political climate. At the end of the day, if he can buy the stock at less than that its actual future worth to the buyer, the person is said to have discovered a “value investment.”
Investment strategies can also denote the investment strategies a national or federal government should follow to bring about economic growth in a country. This can only be achieved by domestic investment as well as significant FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) flows to particular sectors of countries, especially the less developed ones of Asia and Africa.
In case of India, infrastructural problems, excessive government intervention, rigid labor laws and corruption are stifling the flow of FDI in the critical sectors. Less developed countries such as those in the Asia- Pacific region and Africa can bring about much needed development in these economies.
An investment strategy in mutual funds is probably the best bet for a profitable investment. Mutual funds is defined as a pool of money supplied by different investors and in turn used by the mutual fund company to invest in various assets such as stocks and bonds. However, a detailed research has to be conducted for choosing the mutual fund companies and only those should be considered which have a professional investment manger. This will ensure that the funds get channeled towards the right investments. This also applies for investing in stock markets where a decision to invest should follow a through research about the past and current trends of the stock prices and their Net Asset Values (NAV). Analyses from market researchers about the predicted future trends should also be considered otherwise gains from capital appreciation; capital gain distribution (in case of mutual funds) and dividends might not be realized.
Lastly, investment strategies leading to green investments or investments in renewable sources of energy will be the next big thing in the investment spectrum. From Economy Watch. Economy, Investment & Finance Reports.
Strathclyde Associates is a full service brokerage firm with many years experience in providing a wide array of services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
Strathclyde Associates Trading and Management Construction Company
WELCOME TO STRATHCLYDE ASSOCIATES TRADING
& MANAGEMENT CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
The company was established in early 2005 to serve the booming international construction industry. We work with associate companies worldwide.
Soon after its establishment, Strathclyde Associates Trading and Management Construction Company made a number of associations mainly in the Pacific and Southeast Asia regions. These business partnerships added extra strength to STRATHCLYDE ASSOCIATES TRADING & MANAGEMENT. We are proud to be associated with projects in countries including Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore and Korea.
Our main base of operations is at Glasgow, Charleston, West Virginia, USA.
We have two main areas of expertise, international trading and shipments of construction products from cement to structural steel to panzer glass office windows and many more.
We also supply particularly to Shanghai China, Bangkok Thailand, and Seoul Korea a wide range of highly skilled personnel from structural engineers to quantity surveyors.
The extensive building code and best practices knowledge that the construction defect litigation group provides is a significant advantage to our clients, allowing us to draw upon the years of experience in building projects and construction quality assurance of their GCs, Architects, and Engineers on every project."
Kevin Gilles, CEO
& MANAGEMENT CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
The company was established in early 2005 to serve the booming international construction industry. We work with associate companies worldwide.
Soon after its establishment, Strathclyde Associates Trading and Management Construction Company made a number of associations mainly in the Pacific and Southeast Asia regions. These business partnerships added extra strength to STRATHCLYDE ASSOCIATES TRADING & MANAGEMENT. We are proud to be associated with projects in countries including Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore and Korea.
Our main base of operations is at Glasgow, Charleston, West Virginia, USA.
We have two main areas of expertise, international trading and shipments of construction products from cement to structural steel to panzer glass office windows and many more.
We also supply particularly to Shanghai China, Bangkok Thailand, and Seoul Korea a wide range of highly skilled personnel from structural engineers to quantity surveyors.
The extensive building code and best practices knowledge that the construction defect litigation group provides is a significant advantage to our clients, allowing us to draw upon the years of experience in building projects and construction quality assurance of their GCs, Architects, and Engineers on every project."
Kevin Gilles, CEO
“Strathclyde Associates” Taking A Look - China’s Economy Part Two
“Strathclyde Associates” Taking A Look - China’s Economy: China ran its first monthly trade deficit in six years in March.
With imports of commodities surging in February, China swung to a trade deficit of $7.24 billion in March from a surplus of $7.61 billion in February. The cumulative trade surplus for the first quarter of 2010 was down 77% from a year earlier, to $14.49 billion.
In a parallel move, which will have a far reaching impact on the yuan is that China is encouraging exporters to invoice in the renminbi and is setting up systems to allow trade payments in renminbi.
With imports of commodities surging in February, China swung to a trade deficit of $7.24 billion in March from a surplus of $7.61 billion in February. The cumulative trade surplus for the first quarter of 2010 was down 77% from a year earlier, to $14.49 billion.
In a parallel move, which will have a far reaching impact on the yuan is that China is encouraging exporters to invoice in the renminbi and is setting up systems to allow trade payments in renminbi.
Japanese Bond Markets: Strathclyde Associates
“Strathclyde Associates”: Bond Markets - The Japanese bond market has remained unchanged over the past month.
Government bond markets have had a very traumatic month. The major markets have held fairly steady; but there have been dramatic falls in some of the minor markets, especially in Europe, after the decision by Standard and Poor’s to downgrade the level of Greek government debt to “junk” status.
The central banks are maintaining short-term interest rates at very low levels, and so the bond markets are continuing to receive some support. But this is being totally offset by the consequences of the massive fiscal deficits around the world that are placing enormous pressures on the bond markets.
The Greek situation remains in the eye of the storm, and has led to the decision to downgrade its debt to “junk” status despite a formal request for aid from the IMF and other member countries of the euro-zone to enable it to refinance its maturing debt and avoid a default. It is clear that the contagion is spreading to other members of the euro-zone, and so investors have continued to switch funds from the bond markets of the weaker countries and this has provided further support for the stronger markets.
A significant development has been the strength of the US market.
“Strathclyde Associates”: Bond Markets - The Japanese bond market has remained unchanged over the past month. The recovery from recession in continuing; but there are fears that the improvement is not sustainable, and so there is political pressure for new policies to counter deflation, to monetise the government debt, and to push the exchange rate sharply lower to encourage the export effort.
However the Japanese authorities have also been warned that they must prepare an aggressive plan to repair the fiscal position, or risk a downgrade in the country’s credit rating.
“Strathclyde Associates”: Bond Markets - Fitch Ratings has recently said, that “in the absence of sustained economic recovery and fiscal consolidation, government debt will continue to rise, placing downward pressure on sovereign credit and ratings over the medium term”.
This is the second time in less than six months that Fitch has expressed concern about the fiscal position; and Standard and Poor’s has also cut its outlook on Japan’s AA long-term rating to negative this year.
“Strathclyde Associates”: Bond Markets - So far these comments have been ignored, and Japanese institutional investors have continued to invest massive sums in the bond market. It is unlikely that this situation will change quickly, and so the Japanese government does not face the possibility of a sovereign debt default; but if no action is taken, and economic growth remains disappointing, it seems inevitable that the pressures must eventually push yields higher.
About Us: Strathclyde Associates is a full service brokerage firm with many years experience in providing a wide array of services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
Government bond markets have had a very traumatic month. The major markets have held fairly steady; but there have been dramatic falls in some of the minor markets, especially in Europe, after the decision by Standard and Poor’s to downgrade the level of Greek government debt to “junk” status.
The central banks are maintaining short-term interest rates at very low levels, and so the bond markets are continuing to receive some support. But this is being totally offset by the consequences of the massive fiscal deficits around the world that are placing enormous pressures on the bond markets.
The Greek situation remains in the eye of the storm, and has led to the decision to downgrade its debt to “junk” status despite a formal request for aid from the IMF and other member countries of the euro-zone to enable it to refinance its maturing debt and avoid a default. It is clear that the contagion is spreading to other members of the euro-zone, and so investors have continued to switch funds from the bond markets of the weaker countries and this has provided further support for the stronger markets.
A significant development has been the strength of the US market.
“Strathclyde Associates”: Bond Markets - The Japanese bond market has remained unchanged over the past month. The recovery from recession in continuing; but there are fears that the improvement is not sustainable, and so there is political pressure for new policies to counter deflation, to monetise the government debt, and to push the exchange rate sharply lower to encourage the export effort.
However the Japanese authorities have also been warned that they must prepare an aggressive plan to repair the fiscal position, or risk a downgrade in the country’s credit rating.
“Strathclyde Associates”: Bond Markets - Fitch Ratings has recently said, that “in the absence of sustained economic recovery and fiscal consolidation, government debt will continue to rise, placing downward pressure on sovereign credit and ratings over the medium term”.
This is the second time in less than six months that Fitch has expressed concern about the fiscal position; and Standard and Poor’s has also cut its outlook on Japan’s AA long-term rating to negative this year.
“Strathclyde Associates”: Bond Markets - So far these comments have been ignored, and Japanese institutional investors have continued to invest massive sums in the bond market. It is unlikely that this situation will change quickly, and so the Japanese government does not face the possibility of a sovereign debt default; but if no action is taken, and economic growth remains disappointing, it seems inevitable that the pressures must eventually push yields higher.
About Us: Strathclyde Associates is a full service brokerage firm with many years experience in providing a wide array of services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
Market Outlook June 2010: Strathclyde Associates
Government bond markets have had a very traumatic month. The major markets have held fairly steady; but there have been dramatic falls in some of the minor markets, especially in Europe, after the decision by Standard and Poor’s to downgrade the level of Greek government debt to “junk” status.
The central banks are maintaining short-term interest rates at very low levels, and so the bond markets are continuing to receive some support. But this is being totally offset by the consequences of the massive fiscal deficits around the world that are placing enormous pressures on the bond markets.
Market Outlook June 2010: “Strathclyde Associates, Korea”: The Greek situation remains in the eye of the storm, and has led to the decision to downgrade its debt to “junk” status despite a formal request for aid from the IMF and other member countries of the euro-zone to enable it to refinance its maturing debt and avoid a default. It is clear that the contagion is spreading to other members of the euro-zone, and so investors have continued to switch funds from the bond markets of the weaker countries and this has provided further support for the stronger markets. A significant development has been the strength of the US market.
Market Outlook June 2010: “Strathclyde Associates, Korea”: However the prospects for all the other markets remain very uncertain. There will continue to be support from slow growth and low short-term rates; but there was always the risk that the fiscal policies that were introduced to counter the recession would produce problems in the bond markets, and there is now a risk that the markets may run out of
control.
The Bank of International Settlements has recently warned “that the aftermath of the financial crisis is poised to bring the simmering fiscal problems in industrial economies to boiling-point”, and that drastic measures will be needed to head off a compound interest rate spiral.
The latest developments in Greece have shown that the warning is fully justified. Sovereign debt defaults may still occur, and the single currency system in Europe may not survive in its present form.
Market Outlook June 2010: “Strathclyde Associates, Korea”: Prospects for bond markets in mainland Europe are therefore particularly uncertain. Not all markets elsewhere will be similarly affected, and some may even continue to benefit from the problems in Europe; but higher bond yields everywhere seem to be unavoidable. The US bond markets appears to have achieved an enhanced “safe haven” status, and has improved slightly over the over the past month. The recovery in the economy is only proceeding at a very slow pace, and the Fed is clearly intending to keep short-term interest rates at “exceptionally low levels”. But there are also serious funding problems in the market resulting from the huge fiscal deficit, and so it seems unlikely that the deficit can be adequately financed at present yield levels.
Market Outlook June 2010: “Strathclyde Associates, Korea”: Prospects for bond markets in mainland Europe are… particularly uncertain. Not all markets elsewhere will be affected, and some may even continue to benefit from the problems in Europe. The latest evidence on the economic performance is
encouraging. Retail sales rebounded sharply in March; non-farm payrolls increased at the fastest monthly pace for three years in the same month; and both manufacturing and service sector output was higher.
Market Outlook June 2010: “Strathclyde Associates, Korea”: The Fed is continuing to maintain a safe attitude. The statement after the latest meeting of its Open Market Committee is more encouraging, short-term interest rates have been left unchanged once again, and the unwinding of the stimulatory measures that were introduced to counter the recession is only proceeding at a very modest pace. Both the economic background and the policy of the Fed is continuing to support the market. However it is clear that the bond markets in mainland Europe face far more serious problems. The economic recovery is only proceeding at a slow pace, and short-term interest rates are likely to remain low; but the massive
fiscal deficits and their possible consequences are offsetting any possible benefits. Much now depends on developments in Greece. Despite a humiliating appeal to the IMF and to other member countries for help in financing its maturing debts, its bonds have been downgraded to “junk” status because of doubts about the rescue operation, and fears about the poor economic performance.
Market Outlook June 2010: “Strathclyde Associates, Korea”: If the Greek authorities can implement the austerity measures that are being demanded before any loans are granted, then the threat of default on Greek bonds may be reduced, and there will be more time for other countries that are in similar difficulties, Portugal, Spain, Ireland, and even Italy, to take corrective action. But the situation clearly remains extremely uncertain, and this has persuaded investors to take evasive action, and to push yield spreads between stronger and weaker bonds to record levels. It was only after considerable hesitation that the Greek government made the formal request for aid. It was clearly concerned that the social unrest that has already occurred in the country would make it extremely difficult to implement even more extreme austerity measures; but in the end it had no choice. The request has produced a provisional agreement for the IMF to provide €15 billion in loans, and for the other member countries of the euro-zone to provide €30 billion, with the amounts varying according to the respective size of the lending country. The odds still seem to favour a successful completion of the loan agreement; but each country has still to obtain the necessary parliamentary approvals, and this is producing particular difficulties in Germany. In order to secure the necessary approvals, the German government is insisting
that the Greek government produced detailed proposals to meet the budget deficit reductions that are required for 2011 and 2012, as well as for the current year, before it can qualify for the loans. This is not likely to be an easy task; but all the parties are aware of the possible consequences of failure, and so some kind of “fudged” agreement seems inevitable. This may provide a short-term respite in the markets; but the overall prospects remain unattractive. The gilt edged market has remained relatively stable over the past month, despite the uncertain situation in the UK. There has been evidence of a further modest improvement in the economic background, and the Bank of England is holding short-term interest rates at low levels. But the UK also has very serious fiscal problems, and there are doubts whether the new government formed after the forthcoming general election will be able to cope adequately with those problems. It is possible therefore that it has been the disaster in the bond markets in mainland Europe that has been the main reason why the gilt edged market has performed so well. The economy is clearly continuing to benefit from the monetary and fiscal policies that were introduced to counter the recession; and so although unemployment remains high and the housing market recovery is very fragile, the recovery in activity is continuing.
Market Outlook June 2010: “Strathclyde Associates, Korea”: The Office of National Statistics has recently estimated that growth in the first quarter of the year was only at a 0.2% rate; but it is likely that this estimate will be revised higher, and we expect that growth will be around the 2% level this year. However this is not likely to persuade the Bank of England to make any early moves to push short-term interest rates higher, and so the gilt edged market will continue to receive considerable support. The Japanese bond market has remained unchanged over the past month. The recovery from recession in and so there is political pressure for new policies to counter deflation, to monetise the government debt, and to push the exchange rate sharply lower to encourage the export effort. However the Japanese authorities have also been warned that they must prepare an aggressive plan to repair the fiscal position, or risk a downgrade in the country’s credit rating. Fitch Ratings has recently said, that “in the absence of sustained economic recovery and fiscal consolidation, government debt will continue to rise, placing downward pressure on sovereign credit and ratings over the medium term”. This is the second time in less than six months that Fitch has expressed concern about the fiscal position; and Standard and Poor’s has also cut its outlook on Japan’s AA long-term rating to negative this year. So far these comments have been ignored, and Japanese institutional investors have continued to invest massive sums in the bond market. It is unlikely that this situation will change quickly, and so the Japanese government does not face the possibility of a sovereign debt default; but if no action is taken, and economic growth remains disappointing, it seems inevitable that the pressures must eventually push yields higher.
Strathclyde Associates is a full service brokerage firm with many years experience in providing a wide array of services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
The central banks are maintaining short-term interest rates at very low levels, and so the bond markets are continuing to receive some support. But this is being totally offset by the consequences of the massive fiscal deficits around the world that are placing enormous pressures on the bond markets.
Market Outlook June 2010: “Strathclyde Associates, Korea”: The Greek situation remains in the eye of the storm, and has led to the decision to downgrade its debt to “junk” status despite a formal request for aid from the IMF and other member countries of the euro-zone to enable it to refinance its maturing debt and avoid a default. It is clear that the contagion is spreading to other members of the euro-zone, and so investors have continued to switch funds from the bond markets of the weaker countries and this has provided further support for the stronger markets. A significant development has been the strength of the US market.
Market Outlook June 2010: “Strathclyde Associates, Korea”: However the prospects for all the other markets remain very uncertain. There will continue to be support from slow growth and low short-term rates; but there was always the risk that the fiscal policies that were introduced to counter the recession would produce problems in the bond markets, and there is now a risk that the markets may run out of
control.
The Bank of International Settlements has recently warned “that the aftermath of the financial crisis is poised to bring the simmering fiscal problems in industrial economies to boiling-point”, and that drastic measures will be needed to head off a compound interest rate spiral.
The latest developments in Greece have shown that the warning is fully justified. Sovereign debt defaults may still occur, and the single currency system in Europe may not survive in its present form.
Market Outlook June 2010: “Strathclyde Associates, Korea”: Prospects for bond markets in mainland Europe are therefore particularly uncertain. Not all markets elsewhere will be similarly affected, and some may even continue to benefit from the problems in Europe; but higher bond yields everywhere seem to be unavoidable. The US bond markets appears to have achieved an enhanced “safe haven” status, and has improved slightly over the over the past month. The recovery in the economy is only proceeding at a very slow pace, and the Fed is clearly intending to keep short-term interest rates at “exceptionally low levels”. But there are also serious funding problems in the market resulting from the huge fiscal deficit, and so it seems unlikely that the deficit can be adequately financed at present yield levels.
Market Outlook June 2010: “Strathclyde Associates, Korea”: Prospects for bond markets in mainland Europe are… particularly uncertain. Not all markets elsewhere will be affected, and some may even continue to benefit from the problems in Europe. The latest evidence on the economic performance is
encouraging. Retail sales rebounded sharply in March; non-farm payrolls increased at the fastest monthly pace for three years in the same month; and both manufacturing and service sector output was higher.
Market Outlook June 2010: “Strathclyde Associates, Korea”: The Fed is continuing to maintain a safe attitude. The statement after the latest meeting of its Open Market Committee is more encouraging, short-term interest rates have been left unchanged once again, and the unwinding of the stimulatory measures that were introduced to counter the recession is only proceeding at a very modest pace. Both the economic background and the policy of the Fed is continuing to support the market. However it is clear that the bond markets in mainland Europe face far more serious problems. The economic recovery is only proceeding at a slow pace, and short-term interest rates are likely to remain low; but the massive
fiscal deficits and their possible consequences are offsetting any possible benefits. Much now depends on developments in Greece. Despite a humiliating appeal to the IMF and to other member countries for help in financing its maturing debts, its bonds have been downgraded to “junk” status because of doubts about the rescue operation, and fears about the poor economic performance.
Market Outlook June 2010: “Strathclyde Associates, Korea”: If the Greek authorities can implement the austerity measures that are being demanded before any loans are granted, then the threat of default on Greek bonds may be reduced, and there will be more time for other countries that are in similar difficulties, Portugal, Spain, Ireland, and even Italy, to take corrective action. But the situation clearly remains extremely uncertain, and this has persuaded investors to take evasive action, and to push yield spreads between stronger and weaker bonds to record levels. It was only after considerable hesitation that the Greek government made the formal request for aid. It was clearly concerned that the social unrest that has already occurred in the country would make it extremely difficult to implement even more extreme austerity measures; but in the end it had no choice. The request has produced a provisional agreement for the IMF to provide €15 billion in loans, and for the other member countries of the euro-zone to provide €30 billion, with the amounts varying according to the respective size of the lending country. The odds still seem to favour a successful completion of the loan agreement; but each country has still to obtain the necessary parliamentary approvals, and this is producing particular difficulties in Germany. In order to secure the necessary approvals, the German government is insisting
that the Greek government produced detailed proposals to meet the budget deficit reductions that are required for 2011 and 2012, as well as for the current year, before it can qualify for the loans. This is not likely to be an easy task; but all the parties are aware of the possible consequences of failure, and so some kind of “fudged” agreement seems inevitable. This may provide a short-term respite in the markets; but the overall prospects remain unattractive. The gilt edged market has remained relatively stable over the past month, despite the uncertain situation in the UK. There has been evidence of a further modest improvement in the economic background, and the Bank of England is holding short-term interest rates at low levels. But the UK also has very serious fiscal problems, and there are doubts whether the new government formed after the forthcoming general election will be able to cope adequately with those problems. It is possible therefore that it has been the disaster in the bond markets in mainland Europe that has been the main reason why the gilt edged market has performed so well. The economy is clearly continuing to benefit from the monetary and fiscal policies that were introduced to counter the recession; and so although unemployment remains high and the housing market recovery is very fragile, the recovery in activity is continuing.
Market Outlook June 2010: “Strathclyde Associates, Korea”: The Office of National Statistics has recently estimated that growth in the first quarter of the year was only at a 0.2% rate; but it is likely that this estimate will be revised higher, and we expect that growth will be around the 2% level this year. However this is not likely to persuade the Bank of England to make any early moves to push short-term interest rates higher, and so the gilt edged market will continue to receive considerable support. The Japanese bond market has remained unchanged over the past month. The recovery from recession in and so there is political pressure for new policies to counter deflation, to monetise the government debt, and to push the exchange rate sharply lower to encourage the export effort. However the Japanese authorities have also been warned that they must prepare an aggressive plan to repair the fiscal position, or risk a downgrade in the country’s credit rating. Fitch Ratings has recently said, that “in the absence of sustained economic recovery and fiscal consolidation, government debt will continue to rise, placing downward pressure on sovereign credit and ratings over the medium term”. This is the second time in less than six months that Fitch has expressed concern about the fiscal position; and Standard and Poor’s has also cut its outlook on Japan’s AA long-term rating to negative this year. So far these comments have been ignored, and Japanese institutional investors have continued to invest massive sums in the bond market. It is unlikely that this situation will change quickly, and so the Japanese government does not face the possibility of a sovereign debt default; but if no action is taken, and economic growth remains disappointing, it seems inevitable that the pressures must eventually push yields higher.
Strathclyde Associates is a full service brokerage firm with many years experience in providing a wide array of services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
Japanese Bond Markets: Strathclyde Associates
Seoul, South Korea -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/23/2010 -- “Strathclyde Associates”: Bond Markets - The Japanese bond market has remained unchanged over the past month.
Government bond markets have had a very traumatic month. The major markets have held fairly steady; but there have been dramatic falls in some of the minor markets, especially in Europe, after the decision by Standard and Poor’s to downgrade the level of Greek government debt to “junk” status.
The central banks are maintaining short-term interest rates at very low levels, and so the bond markets are continuing to receive some support. But this is being totally offset by the consequences of the massive fiscal deficits around the world that are placing enormous pressures on the bond markets.
The Greek situation remains in the eye of the storm, and has led to the decision to downgrade its debt to “junk” status despite a formal request for aid from the IMF and other member countries of the euro-zone to enable it to refinance its maturing debt and avoid a default. It is clear that the contagion is spreading to other members of the euro-zone, and so investors have continued to switch funds from the bond markets of the weaker countries and this has provided further support for the stronger markets.
A significant development has been the strength of the US market.
“Strathclyde Associates”: Bond Markets - The Japanese bond market has remained unchanged over the past month. The recovery from recession in continuing; but there are fears that the improvement is not sustainable, and so there is political pressure for new policies to counter deflation, to monetise the government debt, and to push the exchange rate sharply lower to encourage the export effort.
However the Japanese authorities have also been warned that they must prepare an aggressive plan to repair the fiscal position, or risk a downgrade in the country’s credit rating.
“Strathclyde Associates”: Bond Markets - Fitch Ratings has recently said, that “in the absence of sustained economic recovery and fiscal consolidation, government debt will continue to rise, placing downward pressure on sovereign credit and ratings over the medium term”.
This is the second time in less than six months that Fitch has expressed concern about the fiscal position; and Standard and Poor’s has also cut its outlook on Japan’s AA long-term rating to negative this year.
“Strathclyde Associates”: Bond Markets - So far these comments have been ignored, and Japanese institutional investors have continued to invest massive sums in the bond market. It is unlikely that this situation will change quickly, and so the Japanese government does not face the possibility of a sovereign debt default; but if no action is taken, and economic growth remains disappointing, it seems inevitable that the pressures must eventually push yields higher.
Government bond markets have had a very traumatic month. The major markets have held fairly steady; but there have been dramatic falls in some of the minor markets, especially in Europe, after the decision by Standard and Poor’s to downgrade the level of Greek government debt to “junk” status.
The central banks are maintaining short-term interest rates at very low levels, and so the bond markets are continuing to receive some support. But this is being totally offset by the consequences of the massive fiscal deficits around the world that are placing enormous pressures on the bond markets.
The Greek situation remains in the eye of the storm, and has led to the decision to downgrade its debt to “junk” status despite a formal request for aid from the IMF and other member countries of the euro-zone to enable it to refinance its maturing debt and avoid a default. It is clear that the contagion is spreading to other members of the euro-zone, and so investors have continued to switch funds from the bond markets of the weaker countries and this has provided further support for the stronger markets.
A significant development has been the strength of the US market.
“Strathclyde Associates”: Bond Markets - The Japanese bond market has remained unchanged over the past month. The recovery from recession in continuing; but there are fears that the improvement is not sustainable, and so there is political pressure for new policies to counter deflation, to monetise the government debt, and to push the exchange rate sharply lower to encourage the export effort.
However the Japanese authorities have also been warned that they must prepare an aggressive plan to repair the fiscal position, or risk a downgrade in the country’s credit rating.
“Strathclyde Associates”: Bond Markets - Fitch Ratings has recently said, that “in the absence of sustained economic recovery and fiscal consolidation, government debt will continue to rise, placing downward pressure on sovereign credit and ratings over the medium term”.
This is the second time in less than six months that Fitch has expressed concern about the fiscal position; and Standard and Poor’s has also cut its outlook on Japan’s AA long-term rating to negative this year.
“Strathclyde Associates”: Bond Markets - So far these comments have been ignored, and Japanese institutional investors have continued to invest massive sums in the bond market. It is unlikely that this situation will change quickly, and so the Japanese government does not face the possibility of a sovereign debt default; but if no action is taken, and economic growth remains disappointing, it seems inevitable that the pressures must eventually push yields higher.
Taking A Look at South Korea’s Economy: Strathclyde Associates
Taking A Look at South Korea’s Economy: Strathclyde Associates - Korea is set to grow about 5% this year, faster than the Bank of Korea’s December forecast of 4.6%.
The central bank has lowered its 2010 forecast for consumer price inflation to 2.6% giving a signal to the market that the bank won’t raise the benchmark interest rate in the first half of the year. However, a 25 basis-point rate hike in September and another 25 basis-point hike in December cannot be ruled out. The central bank expects inflation to accelerate to 3.3% next year as economic recovery is likely to fuel consumption.
Taking A Look at South Korea’s Economy: Strathclyde Associates Korea - The current-account surplus totaled $1.69 billion in March compared with a surplus of $6.64 billion a year earlier. The size of the surplus is expected to shrink over time as imports rise with an improving economy. The country’s current account surplus will be around $17 billion this year from $42.67 billion in 2009.
Taking A Look at South Korea’s Economy: Strathclyde Associates Korea - The won will continue to appreciate due to the weak dollar against emerging economies’ currencies, but only marginally due to a narrowing current account surplus. Moody’s Investors Service upgraded South Korea’s sovereign rating by one notch to the pre-Asia crisis level of A1 from A2 citing the country’s “exceptional” rebound from the global downturn and the government’s success in curbing its debt.
A constant commitment to our clients is the strong foundation of the business culture at Strathclyde Associates. We constantly develop innovative solutions in order to accommodate the ever-changing tastes, desires and needs of our clients. Providing services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client’s unique financial needs and preferences.
Strathclyde Associates is a full service brokerage firm with many years experience in providing a wide array of services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
Through the Strathclyde Associates Institutional and Private Clients Divisions we provide our clients with services that include Securities, Investment Banking and Investment Management Services.
Above and beyond we are the first choice for individuals and institutions alike when considering a Premier Wealth Management Company. Excellence in market execution and the provision of the right information at the right price, at the right time has given Strathclyde Associates an enviable worldwide prestige of being able to ensure that our clients achieve their financial objectives and aspirations.
From natural resources to technology our fundamental strengths lie in innovative investment solutions combined with robust execution capabilities. At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client’s unique financial needs and preferences.
Owing to the depth and quality of our understanding we construct long term relationships with our clients with a core focus on value creation and an ultimate commitment to helping our clients build and manage their wealth.
This specialized focus, an enviable reputation for quality and integrity and of course strong relationships nurtured with investors have made Strathclyde Associates a worldwide leader in wealth management.
The central bank has lowered its 2010 forecast for consumer price inflation to 2.6% giving a signal to the market that the bank won’t raise the benchmark interest rate in the first half of the year. However, a 25 basis-point rate hike in September and another 25 basis-point hike in December cannot be ruled out. The central bank expects inflation to accelerate to 3.3% next year as economic recovery is likely to fuel consumption.
Taking A Look at South Korea’s Economy: Strathclyde Associates Korea - The current-account surplus totaled $1.69 billion in March compared with a surplus of $6.64 billion a year earlier. The size of the surplus is expected to shrink over time as imports rise with an improving economy. The country’s current account surplus will be around $17 billion this year from $42.67 billion in 2009.
Taking A Look at South Korea’s Economy: Strathclyde Associates Korea - The won will continue to appreciate due to the weak dollar against emerging economies’ currencies, but only marginally due to a narrowing current account surplus. Moody’s Investors Service upgraded South Korea’s sovereign rating by one notch to the pre-Asia crisis level of A1 from A2 citing the country’s “exceptional” rebound from the global downturn and the government’s success in curbing its debt.
A constant commitment to our clients is the strong foundation of the business culture at Strathclyde Associates. We constantly develop innovative solutions in order to accommodate the ever-changing tastes, desires and needs of our clients. Providing services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client’s unique financial needs and preferences.
Strathclyde Associates is a full service brokerage firm with many years experience in providing a wide array of services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
Through the Strathclyde Associates Institutional and Private Clients Divisions we provide our clients with services that include Securities, Investment Banking and Investment Management Services.
Above and beyond we are the first choice for individuals and institutions alike when considering a Premier Wealth Management Company. Excellence in market execution and the provision of the right information at the right price, at the right time has given Strathclyde Associates an enviable worldwide prestige of being able to ensure that our clients achieve their financial objectives and aspirations.
From natural resources to technology our fundamental strengths lie in innovative investment solutions combined with robust execution capabilities. At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client’s unique financial needs and preferences.
Owing to the depth and quality of our understanding we construct long term relationships with our clients with a core focus on value creation and an ultimate commitment to helping our clients build and manage their wealth.
This specialized focus, an enviable reputation for quality and integrity and of course strong relationships nurtured with investors have made Strathclyde Associates a worldwide leader in wealth management.
Taking A Look at South Korea’s Economy: Strathclyde Associates
Taking A Look at South Korea’s Economy: Strathclyde Associates - Korea is set to grow about 5% this year, faster than the Bank of Korea’s December forecast of 4.6%.
The central bank has lowered its 2010 forecast for consumer price inflation to 2.6% giving a signal to the market that the bank won’t raise the benchmark interest rate in the first half of the year. However, a 25 basis-point rate hike in September and another 25 basis-point hike in December cannot be ruled out. The central bank expects inflation to accelerate to 3.3% next year as economic recovery is likely to fuel consumption.
Taking A Look at South Korea’s Economy: Strathclyde Associates Korea - The current-account surplus totaled $1.69 billion in March compared with a surplus of $6.64 billion a year earlier. The size of the surplus is expected to shrink over time as imports rise with an improving economy. The country’s current account surplus will be around $17 billion this year from $42.67 billion in 2009.
Taking A Look at South Korea’s Economy: Strathclyde Associates Korea - The won will continue to appreciate due to the weak dollar against emerging economies’ currencies, but only marginally due to a narrowing current account surplus. Moody’s Investors Service upgraded South Korea’s sovereign rating by one notch to the pre-Asia crisis level of A1 from A2 citing the country’s “exceptional” rebound from the global downturn and the government’s success in curbing its debt.
A constant commitment to our clients is the strong foundation of the business culture at Strathclyde Associates. We constantly develop innovative solutions in order to accommodate the ever-changing tastes, desires and needs of our clients. Providing services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client’s unique financial needs and preferences.
Strathclyde Associates is a full service brokerage firm with many years experience in providing a wide array of services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
Through the Strathclyde Associates Institutional and Private Clients Divisions we provide our clients with services that include Securities, Investment Banking and Investment Management Services.
Above and beyond we are the first choice for individuals and institutions alike when considering a Premier Wealth Management Company. Excellence in market execution and the provision of the right information at the right price, at the right time has given Strathclyde Associates an enviable worldwide prestige of being able to ensure that our clients achieve their financial objectives and aspirations.
From natural resources to technology our fundamental strengths lie in innovative investment solutions combined with robust execution capabilities. At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client’s unique financial needs and preferences.
Owing to the depth and quality of our understanding we construct long term relationships with our clients with a core focus on value creation and an ultimate commitment to helping our clients build and manage their wealth.
This specialized focus, an enviable reputation for quality and integrity and of course strong relationships nurtured with investors have made Strathclyde Associates a worldwide leader in wealth management.
The central bank has lowered its 2010 forecast for consumer price inflation to 2.6% giving a signal to the market that the bank won’t raise the benchmark interest rate in the first half of the year. However, a 25 basis-point rate hike in September and another 25 basis-point hike in December cannot be ruled out. The central bank expects inflation to accelerate to 3.3% next year as economic recovery is likely to fuel consumption.
Taking A Look at South Korea’s Economy: Strathclyde Associates Korea - The current-account surplus totaled $1.69 billion in March compared with a surplus of $6.64 billion a year earlier. The size of the surplus is expected to shrink over time as imports rise with an improving economy. The country’s current account surplus will be around $17 billion this year from $42.67 billion in 2009.
Taking A Look at South Korea’s Economy: Strathclyde Associates Korea - The won will continue to appreciate due to the weak dollar against emerging economies’ currencies, but only marginally due to a narrowing current account surplus. Moody’s Investors Service upgraded South Korea’s sovereign rating by one notch to the pre-Asia crisis level of A1 from A2 citing the country’s “exceptional” rebound from the global downturn and the government’s success in curbing its debt.
A constant commitment to our clients is the strong foundation of the business culture at Strathclyde Associates. We constantly develop innovative solutions in order to accommodate the ever-changing tastes, desires and needs of our clients. Providing services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client’s unique financial needs and preferences.
Strathclyde Associates is a full service brokerage firm with many years experience in providing a wide array of services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
Through the Strathclyde Associates Institutional and Private Clients Divisions we provide our clients with services that include Securities, Investment Banking and Investment Management Services.
Above and beyond we are the first choice for individuals and institutions alike when considering a Premier Wealth Management Company. Excellence in market execution and the provision of the right information at the right price, at the right time has given Strathclyde Associates an enviable worldwide prestige of being able to ensure that our clients achieve their financial objectives and aspirations.
From natural resources to technology our fundamental strengths lie in innovative investment solutions combined with robust execution capabilities. At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client’s unique financial needs and preferences.
Owing to the depth and quality of our understanding we construct long term relationships with our clients with a core focus on value creation and an ultimate commitment to helping our clients build and manage their wealth.
This specialized focus, an enviable reputation for quality and integrity and of course strong relationships nurtured with investors have made Strathclyde Associates a worldwide leader in wealth management.
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Above and beyond we are the first choice for individuals and institutions alike when considering a Premier Wealth Management Company. Excellence in market execution and the provision of the right information at the right price, at the right time has given Strathclyde Associates an enviable worldwide prestige of being able to ensure that our clients achieve their financial objectives and aspirations.
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
“Strathclyde Associates” Taking A Look – China’s Economy Part One
China’s economy expanded 11.9% from a year earlier in the first quarter of 2010, a strong result highlighting both the strength of the recovery in China and the increasing risks of overheating.
Inflation has been subdued so far, with the consumer price index rising 2.4% in March from a year earlier, marginally lower than February’s 2.7% rise and close to Beijing’s 3% target.
“Strathclyde Associates” Taking A Look – China’s Economy: The IMF expects consumer price inflation to be 3.1% for this year but to slow down to 2.4% in 2011. The government is of the opinion that China’s main problem is that property prices are too high, not that the total economy is overheating. Therefore, most of its policy measures in recent weeks have focused narrowly on reining in property speculation, while conspicuously avoiding broader measures — like interest rate hikes — that would affect everyone.
The State Council repeated its promise to “resolutely curb” excessive property price rises by restricting speculative purchases while increasing the supply of land for housing and government supports for low-income housing. The US Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke has said that the yuan is “undervalued… to promote a more export-oriented economy” and an International Monetary Fund study also suggested that a currency move wouldn’t harm Chinese growth if handled properly.
“Strathclyde Associates” Taking A Look – China’s Economy:The Fed chairman’s remarks come amid growing expectations that China will allow its currency to rise, perhaps before leaders of the Group of 20 industrialized and developing countries meet in Canada in June. But China does not want to be seen taking decision under the US pressure. Moreover, China has argued that yuan appreciation is not the solution for the US unemployment. The political realities have forced the U.S. Treasury to postpone a decision on whether to label China a “currency manipulator,” in an effort to give China some political breathing space to revalue its currency without appearing to bow to U.S. pressure.
Already many influential economists in China have publicly advocated a change, arguing that a more flexible currency would help China deal with the rising domestic prices fuelled by its rapid growth.
“Strathclyde Associates” Taking A Look – China’s Economy:Xia Bin, a prominent Chinese scholar recently named an outside adviser to the People’s Bank of China, is of the view that the current de facto peg is no longer necessary because “the worst of the crisis is over.”
But he argued that a large move in the currency’s value would be unwise, and suggested a return to the pre-crisis policy of a somewhat flexible but closely managed exchange rate. A yuan revaluation, albeit a relatively small one, could be on the cards as soon as May.
Inflation has been subdued so far, with the consumer price index rising 2.4% in March from a year earlier, marginally lower than February’s 2.7% rise and close to Beijing’s 3% target.
“Strathclyde Associates” Taking A Look – China’s Economy: The IMF expects consumer price inflation to be 3.1% for this year but to slow down to 2.4% in 2011. The government is of the opinion that China’s main problem is that property prices are too high, not that the total economy is overheating. Therefore, most of its policy measures in recent weeks have focused narrowly on reining in property speculation, while conspicuously avoiding broader measures — like interest rate hikes — that would affect everyone.
The State Council repeated its promise to “resolutely curb” excessive property price rises by restricting speculative purchases while increasing the supply of land for housing and government supports for low-income housing. The US Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke has said that the yuan is “undervalued… to promote a more export-oriented economy” and an International Monetary Fund study also suggested that a currency move wouldn’t harm Chinese growth if handled properly.
“Strathclyde Associates” Taking A Look – China’s Economy:The Fed chairman’s remarks come amid growing expectations that China will allow its currency to rise, perhaps before leaders of the Group of 20 industrialized and developing countries meet in Canada in June. But China does not want to be seen taking decision under the US pressure. Moreover, China has argued that yuan appreciation is not the solution for the US unemployment. The political realities have forced the U.S. Treasury to postpone a decision on whether to label China a “currency manipulator,” in an effort to give China some political breathing space to revalue its currency without appearing to bow to U.S. pressure.
Already many influential economists in China have publicly advocated a change, arguing that a more flexible currency would help China deal with the rising domestic prices fuelled by its rapid growth.
“Strathclyde Associates” Taking A Look – China’s Economy:Xia Bin, a prominent Chinese scholar recently named an outside adviser to the People’s Bank of China, is of the view that the current de facto peg is no longer necessary because “the worst of the crisis is over.”
But he argued that a large move in the currency’s value would be unwise, and suggested a return to the pre-crisis policy of a somewhat flexible but closely managed exchange rate. A yuan revaluation, albeit a relatively small one, could be on the cards as soon as May.
Renewable Green Fuels Portfolio Management by Strathclyde Associates
“Clean energy has a dirty secret. It isn’t cheap” from USA today. Wisely, they have gone on to modify their doom-laden statement by writing that renewable, green energy is widely supported to fight global warming… And that high fossil fuel prices and a cap on power plant emissions could make clean energy competitive with – or even cheaper than – conventional energy.
As a result of healthy government subsidies and mandates, the bio fuel industry is expanding at a rapid pace. Already it is a multi-billion dollar enterprise. Clean, green, renewable fuels appear a more attractive proposition than ever before. We believe that the time is now right to take a position in this market segment which now represents a multi-billion-dollar opportunity, not only for stakeholders but also for investors looking at, much better than, reasonable growth.
“Any Financial Advisor will tell you that you don’t have your money in any one thing”, says senior portfolio manager, Robert Auer in Indianapolis. Here at Strathclyde Associates we wholeheartedly endorse that philosophy and are constantly in consultations with our clients regarding the diversification and management of their portfolio.
This remark was prompted by the highest spate of insider selling in more than a year. Conventional wisdom says it’s time to sell when corporate leaders start cashing in on gains because it signals a lack of confidence with the corporate outlook. However, many factors can muddy the bigger picture when trying to draw a conclusion from insider selling.
Executives have sold personal holdings for other reasons over the past year, analysts say, including cash-flow problems following the wipe-out in equities, tighter credit controls and a desire for greater diversification. A percentage of selling volume is made up of options on the company’s stock which are generally solve because they are about to expire. After the shock of seeing large chunks of their wealth destroyed during the crisis, corporate insider are more likely to be selling some holdings in their own companies and diversifying more into other stocks.
Concern over the depreciating value of the US dollar and the global economic crisis is prompting calls for policymakers to consider creating and using a “supranational currency”, such as special drawing rights (SDR’s), as their new global reserve currency.
The SDR is an international reserve asset allocated by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to member countries. While expressed in US dollars, its currency value is based on market exchange rates of a basket of four major currencies – the Euro, UK pound sterling, Japanese yen and the US dollar – making it less prone to volatility. SDR’s can be exchanged for freely usable currencies which is why more and more countries are including them in their reserve currency mix.
High profile leaders like Zhou Xiaochuan, Governor of the People’s Bank of China, and the Russian President, Dmitry Medvedev, have also added their voices to the need for the replacement of the globally dominant US dollar. Sterling chair Professor of Economics, M.S.G. Bautista, estimates that whilst US dollars currently account for 62% of all reserves in the world, the euro and the UK pound continue to grow appreciably.
We are continuing to monitor exciting European stocks for our valued clients, and welcome new clients to get the most out of the market with us.
As a result of healthy government subsidies and mandates, the bio fuel industry is expanding at a rapid pace. Already it is a multi-billion dollar enterprise. Clean, green, renewable fuels appear a more attractive proposition than ever before. We believe that the time is now right to take a position in this market segment which now represents a multi-billion-dollar opportunity, not only for stakeholders but also for investors looking at, much better than, reasonable growth.
“Any Financial Advisor will tell you that you don’t have your money in any one thing”, says senior portfolio manager, Robert Auer in Indianapolis. Here at Strathclyde Associates we wholeheartedly endorse that philosophy and are constantly in consultations with our clients regarding the diversification and management of their portfolio.
This remark was prompted by the highest spate of insider selling in more than a year. Conventional wisdom says it’s time to sell when corporate leaders start cashing in on gains because it signals a lack of confidence with the corporate outlook. However, many factors can muddy the bigger picture when trying to draw a conclusion from insider selling.
Executives have sold personal holdings for other reasons over the past year, analysts say, including cash-flow problems following the wipe-out in equities, tighter credit controls and a desire for greater diversification. A percentage of selling volume is made up of options on the company’s stock which are generally solve because they are about to expire. After the shock of seeing large chunks of their wealth destroyed during the crisis, corporate insider are more likely to be selling some holdings in their own companies and diversifying more into other stocks.
Concern over the depreciating value of the US dollar and the global economic crisis is prompting calls for policymakers to consider creating and using a “supranational currency”, such as special drawing rights (SDR’s), as their new global reserve currency.
The SDR is an international reserve asset allocated by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to member countries. While expressed in US dollars, its currency value is based on market exchange rates of a basket of four major currencies – the Euro, UK pound sterling, Japanese yen and the US dollar – making it less prone to volatility. SDR’s can be exchanged for freely usable currencies which is why more and more countries are including them in their reserve currency mix.
High profile leaders like Zhou Xiaochuan, Governor of the People’s Bank of China, and the Russian President, Dmitry Medvedev, have also added their voices to the need for the replacement of the globally dominant US dollar. Sterling chair Professor of Economics, M.S.G. Bautista, estimates that whilst US dollars currently account for 62% of all reserves in the world, the euro and the UK pound continue to grow appreciably.
We are continuing to monitor exciting European stocks for our valued clients, and welcome new clients to get the most out of the market with us.
Strathclyde Associates Trading and Management Construction Company
February 3, 2010 - We have recently purchased and shipped a large quantity of cement type HE: High Early Strength from Indonesia for one of our projects in Seoul, South Korea. Though we did extensive quality control testing on arrival in Seoul, we found substantial defects in the quality of the cement.
Though we do not wish to name the manufacturer, please be extra careful in your quality control testing.
This was obviously blatant fraud and a scam. This sort of scamming is endemic and please be careful out there.
“As mentioned our two main areas of expertise are construction materials and management personnel. In both these fields, there is some bad reputations in the area of fraud and fraudulent transactions. There are many scams and in the field of personnel, many scammers. We are proud of our reputation of checking and verifying all our products and personnel. Fraudulent financial transactions is the norm. Our checking procedures are second to none.”
The company was established in early 2005 to serve the booming international construction industry. We work with associate companies worldwide.
Soon after its establishment, Strathclyde Associates Trading and Management Construction Company made a number of associations mainly in the Pacific and Southeast Asia regions. These business partnerships added extra strength to Strathclyde Associates Trading and Management Construction Company. We are proud to be associated with projects in countries including Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore and Seoul, S Korea.
Though we do not wish to name the manufacturer, please be extra careful in your quality control testing.
This was obviously blatant fraud and a scam. This sort of scamming is endemic and please be careful out there.
“As mentioned our two main areas of expertise are construction materials and management personnel. In both these fields, there is some bad reputations in the area of fraud and fraudulent transactions. There are many scams and in the field of personnel, many scammers. We are proud of our reputation of checking and verifying all our products and personnel. Fraudulent financial transactions is the norm. Our checking procedures are second to none.”
The company was established in early 2005 to serve the booming international construction industry. We work with associate companies worldwide.
Soon after its establishment, Strathclyde Associates Trading and Management Construction Company made a number of associations mainly in the Pacific and Southeast Asia regions. These business partnerships added extra strength to Strathclyde Associates Trading and Management Construction Company. We are proud to be associated with projects in countries including Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore and Seoul, S Korea.
Taking A Look at South Korea’s Economy: Strathclyde Associates
Taking A Look at South Korea's Economy: Strathclyde Associates - Korea is set to grow about 5% this year, faster than the Bank of Korea's December forecast of 4.6%.
The central bank has lowered its 2010 forecast for consumer price inflation to 2.6% giving a signal to the market that the bank won't raise the benchmark interest rate in the first half of the year. However, a 25 basis-point rate hike in September and another 25 basis-point hike in December cannot be ruled out. The central bank expects inflation to accelerate to 3.3% next year as economic recovery is likely to fuel consumption.
Taking A Look at South Korea's Economy: Strathclyde Associates Korea - The current-account surplus totaled $1.69 billion in March compared with a surplus of $6.64 billion a year earlier. The size of the surplus is expected to shrink over time as imports rise with an improving economy. The country's current account surplus will be around $17 billion this year from $42.67 billion in 2009.
Taking A Look at South Korea's Economy: Strathclyde Associates Korea - The won will continue to appreciate due to the weak dollar against emerging economies' currencies, but only marginally due to a narrowing current account surplus. Moody's Investors Service upgraded South Korea's sovereign rating by one notch to the pre-Asia crisis level of A1 from A2 citing the country's "exceptional" rebound from the global downturn and the government's success in curbing its debt.
A constant commitment to our clients is the strong foundation of the business culture at Strathclyde Associates. We constantly develop innovative solutions in order to accommodate the ever-changing tastes, desires and needs of our clients. Providing services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client's unique financial needs and preferences.
Strathclyde Associates is a full service brokerage firm with many years experience in providing a wide array of services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
Through the Strathclyde Associates Institutional and Private Clients Divisions we provide our clients with services that include Securities, Investment Banking and Investment Management Services.
Above and beyond we are the first choice for individuals and institutions alike when considering a Premier Wealth Management Company. Excellence in market execution and the provision of the right information at the right price, at the right time has given Strathclyde Associates an enviable worldwide prestige of being able to ensure that our clients achieve their financial objectives and aspirations.
From natural resources to technology our fundamental strengths lie in innovative investment solutions combined with robust execution capabilities. At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client's unique financial needs and preferences.
Owing to the depth and quality of our understanding we construct long term relationships with our clients with a core focus on value creation and an ultimate commitment to helping our clients build and manage their wealth.
This specialized focus, an enviable reputation for quality and integrity and of course strong relationships nurtured with investors have made Strathclyde Associates a worldwide leader in wealth management.
The central bank has lowered its 2010 forecast for consumer price inflation to 2.6% giving a signal to the market that the bank won't raise the benchmark interest rate in the first half of the year. However, a 25 basis-point rate hike in September and another 25 basis-point hike in December cannot be ruled out. The central bank expects inflation to accelerate to 3.3% next year as economic recovery is likely to fuel consumption.
Taking A Look at South Korea's Economy: Strathclyde Associates Korea - The current-account surplus totaled $1.69 billion in March compared with a surplus of $6.64 billion a year earlier. The size of the surplus is expected to shrink over time as imports rise with an improving economy. The country's current account surplus will be around $17 billion this year from $42.67 billion in 2009.
Taking A Look at South Korea's Economy: Strathclyde Associates Korea - The won will continue to appreciate due to the weak dollar against emerging economies' currencies, but only marginally due to a narrowing current account surplus. Moody's Investors Service upgraded South Korea's sovereign rating by one notch to the pre-Asia crisis level of A1 from A2 citing the country's "exceptional" rebound from the global downturn and the government's success in curbing its debt.
A constant commitment to our clients is the strong foundation of the business culture at Strathclyde Associates. We constantly develop innovative solutions in order to accommodate the ever-changing tastes, desires and needs of our clients. Providing services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client's unique financial needs and preferences.
Strathclyde Associates is a full service brokerage firm with many years experience in providing a wide array of services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
Through the Strathclyde Associates Institutional and Private Clients Divisions we provide our clients with services that include Securities, Investment Banking and Investment Management Services.
Above and beyond we are the first choice for individuals and institutions alike when considering a Premier Wealth Management Company. Excellence in market execution and the provision of the right information at the right price, at the right time has given Strathclyde Associates an enviable worldwide prestige of being able to ensure that our clients achieve their financial objectives and aspirations.
From natural resources to technology our fundamental strengths lie in innovative investment solutions combined with robust execution capabilities. At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client's unique financial needs and preferences.
Owing to the depth and quality of our understanding we construct long term relationships with our clients with a core focus on value creation and an ultimate commitment to helping our clients build and manage their wealth.
This specialized focus, an enviable reputation for quality and integrity and of course strong relationships nurtured with investors have made Strathclyde Associates a worldwide leader in wealth management.
Taking A Look at South Korea’s Economy: Strathclyde Associates
Taking A Look at South Korea's Economy: Strathclyde Associates - Korea is set to grow about 5% this year, faster than the Bank of Korea's December forecast of 4.6%.
The central bank has lowered its 2010 forecast for consumer price inflation to 2.6% giving a signal to the market that the bank won't raise the benchmark interest rate in the first half of the year. However, a 25 basis-point rate hike in September and another 25 basis-point hike in December cannot be ruled out. The central bank expects inflation to accelerate to 3.3% next year as economic recovery is likely to fuel consumption.
Taking A Look at South Korea's Economy: Strathclyde Associates Korea - The current-account surplus totaled $1.69 billion in March compared with a surplus of $6.64 billion a year earlier. The size of the surplus is expected to shrink over time as imports rise with an improving economy. The country's current account surplus will be around $17 billion this year from $42.67 billion in 2009.
Taking A Look at South Korea's Economy: Strathclyde Associates Korea - The won will continue to appreciate due to the weak dollar against emerging economies' currencies, but only marginally due to a narrowing current account surplus. Moody's Investors Service upgraded South Korea's sovereign rating by one notch to the pre-Asia crisis level of A1 from A2 citing the country's "exceptional" rebound from the global downturn and the government's success in curbing its debt.
A constant commitment to our clients is the strong foundation of the business culture at Strathclyde Associates. We constantly develop innovative solutions in order to accommodate the ever-changing tastes, desires and needs of our clients. Providing services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client's unique financial needs and preferences.
Strathclyde Associates is a full service brokerage firm with many years experience in providing a wide array of services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
Through the Strathclyde Associates Institutional and Private Clients Divisions we provide our clients with services that include Securities, Investment Banking and Investment Management Services.
Above and beyond we are the first choice for individuals and institutions alike when considering a Premier Wealth Management Company. Excellence in market execution and the provision of the right information at the right price, at the right time has given Strathclyde Associates an enviable worldwide prestige of being able to ensure that our clients achieve their financial objectives and aspirations.
From natural resources to technology our fundamental strengths lie in innovative investment solutions combined with robust execution capabilities. At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client's unique financial needs and preferences.
Owing to the depth and quality of our understanding we construct long term relationships with our clients with a core focus on value creation and an ultimate commitment to helping our clients build and manage their wealth.
This specialized focus, an enviable reputation for quality and integrity and of course strong relationships nurtured with investors have made Strathclyde Associates a worldwide leader in wealth management.
The central bank has lowered its 2010 forecast for consumer price inflation to 2.6% giving a signal to the market that the bank won't raise the benchmark interest rate in the first half of the year. However, a 25 basis-point rate hike in September and another 25 basis-point hike in December cannot be ruled out. The central bank expects inflation to accelerate to 3.3% next year as economic recovery is likely to fuel consumption.
Taking A Look at South Korea's Economy: Strathclyde Associates Korea - The current-account surplus totaled $1.69 billion in March compared with a surplus of $6.64 billion a year earlier. The size of the surplus is expected to shrink over time as imports rise with an improving economy. The country's current account surplus will be around $17 billion this year from $42.67 billion in 2009.
Taking A Look at South Korea's Economy: Strathclyde Associates Korea - The won will continue to appreciate due to the weak dollar against emerging economies' currencies, but only marginally due to a narrowing current account surplus. Moody's Investors Service upgraded South Korea's sovereign rating by one notch to the pre-Asia crisis level of A1 from A2 citing the country's "exceptional" rebound from the global downturn and the government's success in curbing its debt.
A constant commitment to our clients is the strong foundation of the business culture at Strathclyde Associates. We constantly develop innovative solutions in order to accommodate the ever-changing tastes, desires and needs of our clients. Providing services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client's unique financial needs and preferences.
Strathclyde Associates is a full service brokerage firm with many years experience in providing a wide array of services globally to a vast group of clients that include private individuals, financial institutions, governments and corporations.
Through the Strathclyde Associates Institutional and Private Clients Divisions we provide our clients with services that include Securities, Investment Banking and Investment Management Services.
Above and beyond we are the first choice for individuals and institutions alike when considering a Premier Wealth Management Company. Excellence in market execution and the provision of the right information at the right price, at the right time has given Strathclyde Associates an enviable worldwide prestige of being able to ensure that our clients achieve their financial objectives and aspirations.
From natural resources to technology our fundamental strengths lie in innovative investment solutions combined with robust execution capabilities. At Strathclyde Associates we pride ourselves with comprehending each individual client's unique financial needs and preferences.
Owing to the depth and quality of our understanding we construct long term relationships with our clients with a core focus on value creation and an ultimate commitment to helping our clients build and manage their wealth.
This specialized focus, an enviable reputation for quality and integrity and of course strong relationships nurtured with investors have made Strathclyde Associates a worldwide leader in wealth management.
Strathclyde Associates Korea Featured: Stock Market Shift Attributed to Green Investment
Strathclyde Associates Featured: Stock Market Shift Attributed to Green Investment. 21st century green initiatives are sparking life in today’s economy. Particularly, there have been a few major investments in renewable energy technologies that have positively influenced the stock market. In recent news, ProLogis, a leading global provider of distribution facilities has made a tremendous investment in solar rooftop implementation in Southern California. This is one of many enormous green investments following Earth Day 2010, but what type of impact is this really having on our planet and economy? Totaling 11.1 megawatts, the master agreement between SCE (Southern California Edison) and ProLogis has positively influenced the company’s stock (PLD 12.18, +1.05, +9.39%). ProLogis is able to provide such power through the direct installation of over 45 million square feet of rooftop panels that will effectively power the entire facility. With ProLogis’ enormous facilities and flat roof structure, the project is considered to be “multi-phase,” and will be a progressive installations beginning with nearly 2.5 million square feet. VP of renewable energy for ProLogis states “Our partnership with SCE works well for both parties – we have flat, available roof space and local construction management expertise in place to support the growth of SCE’s renewable energy program.” This is one such example of how electric companies are working with larger organizations to promote sustainability and renewable energy. This is in fact true on a residential level as well; there are a number of instances where a larger home or community of homes directly supplements these energy powerhouses with energy via solar panels.
Strathclyde Associates Featured: Stock Market Shift Attributed to Green Investment. The exploration and expansion of these technologies has also been a great catalyst for green collar jobs. Field by motivated assistant and creator Doug Band, The CGI (Clinton Global Initiative) has invested funds into renewable energies with “The Energy Efficiency Opportunity Fund” (Sept 25 2009). This was more or less a fund to all the financing of large projects like implementing LEED standards in older buildings. The fund has been focusing on low-income areas to promote the creation of such jobs. ProLogis green sector has also facilitated new job openings and allowed the company to grow tremendously. Although, renewable energy groups like ProLogis and the CGI aren’t the only types of technology firms that are making a huge impact. Search giant Google (516.16 +23.02 (4.67%)) recently made their biggest renewable energy investment in history. With projects beginning back in 2007 (Clean-tech fray), Google has made it their duty to pursue such sustainability and renewable energy efforts. On May 3rd a press release went out stating Google’s 38.8 million dollar investment in two North Dakota wind farms. “On Friday we made our first direct investment in a utility-scale renewable energy project — two wind farms that generate 169.5 megawatts of power, enough to power more than 55,000 homes.” Rick Needeham, Google’s Green Business Operations Manager, wrote within that Google is greatly interested in discovering new opportunities to invest in renewable energy projects that really ”push the envelope.” With enough energy to power nearly 55,000 homes, Google is making a tremendous impact on sustainability for our planet. ProLogis currently maintains solar projects on 32 buildings throughout France, Germany, Japan, Spain and the United States. The installation envelops greater than 10.6 million square feet (984,800 square meters) of roof space and totals 24.6 MW (megawatts). With Google’s acquisition of wind turbines in North Dakota, they are able to produce nearly 170 MW of power. Combined, this is a whopping 194.6 MW of clean energy, driven to both business and residential. With lessened maintenance costs and new job openings, these investments are major players in the welfare of our economy as well. It’s with efforts from both energy and non-energy groups that we begin to see hope for the future of our planet. -Jack Lundee – Follower of all things green and progressive.
Strathclyde Associates Featured: Stock Market Shift Attributed to Green Investment. The exploration and expansion of these technologies has also been a great catalyst for green collar jobs. Field by motivated assistant and creator Doug Band, The CGI (Clinton Global Initiative) has invested funds into renewable energies with “The Energy Efficiency Opportunity Fund” (Sept 25 2009). This was more or less a fund to all the financing of large projects like implementing LEED standards in older buildings. The fund has been focusing on low-income areas to promote the creation of such jobs. ProLogis green sector has also facilitated new job openings and allowed the company to grow tremendously. Although, renewable energy groups like ProLogis and the CGI aren’t the only types of technology firms that are making a huge impact. Search giant Google (516.16 +23.02 (4.67%)) recently made their biggest renewable energy investment in history. With projects beginning back in 2007 (Clean-tech fray), Google has made it their duty to pursue such sustainability and renewable energy efforts. On May 3rd a press release went out stating Google’s 38.8 million dollar investment in two North Dakota wind farms. “On Friday we made our first direct investment in a utility-scale renewable energy project — two wind farms that generate 169.5 megawatts of power, enough to power more than 55,000 homes.” Rick Needeham, Google’s Green Business Operations Manager, wrote within that Google is greatly interested in discovering new opportunities to invest in renewable energy projects that really ”push the envelope.” With enough energy to power nearly 55,000 homes, Google is making a tremendous impact on sustainability for our planet. ProLogis currently maintains solar projects on 32 buildings throughout France, Germany, Japan, Spain and the United States. The installation envelops greater than 10.6 million square feet (984,800 square meters) of roof space and totals 24.6 MW (megawatts). With Google’s acquisition of wind turbines in North Dakota, they are able to produce nearly 170 MW of power. Combined, this is a whopping 194.6 MW of clean energy, driven to both business and residential. With lessened maintenance costs and new job openings, these investments are major players in the welfare of our economy as well. It’s with efforts from both energy and non-energy groups that we begin to see hope for the future of our planet. -Jack Lundee – Follower of all things green and progressive.
Strathclyde Associates Korea Featured: Stock Market Shift Attributed to Green Investment
Strathclyde Associates Featured: Stock Market Shift Attributed to Green Investment. 21st century green initiatives are sparking life in today’s economy. Particularly, there have been a few major investments in renewable energy technologies that have positively influenced the stock market. In recent news, ProLogis, a leading global provider of distribution facilities has made a tremendous investment in solar rooftop implementation in Southern California. This is one of many enormous green investments following Earth Day 2010, but what type of impact is this really having on our planet and economy? Totaling 11.1 megawatts, the master agreement between SCE (Southern California Edison) and ProLogis has positively influenced the company’s stock (PLD 12.18, +1.05, +9.39%). ProLogis is able to provide such power through the direct installation of over 45 million square feet of rooftop panels that will effectively power the entire facility. With ProLogis’ enormous facilities and flat roof structure, the project is considered to be “multi-phase,” and will be a progressive installations beginning with nearly 2.5 million square feet. VP of renewable energy for ProLogis states “Our partnership with SCE works well for both parties – we have flat, available roof space and local construction management expertise in place to support the growth of SCE’s renewable energy program.” This is one such example of how electric companies are working with larger organizations to promote sustainability and renewable energy. This is in fact true on a residential level as well; there are a number of instances where a larger home or community of homes directly supplements these energy powerhouses with energy via solar panels.
Strathclyde Associates Featured: Stock Market Shift Attributed to Green Investment. The exploration and expansion of these technologies has also been a great catalyst for green collar jobs. Field by motivated assistant and creator Doug Band, The CGI (Clinton Global Initiative) has invested funds into renewable energies with “The Energy Efficiency Opportunity Fund” (Sept 25 2009). This was more or less a fund to all the financing of large projects like implementing LEED standards in older buildings. The fund has been focusing on low-income areas to promote the creation of such jobs. ProLogis green sector has also facilitated new job openings and allowed the company to grow tremendously. Although, renewable energy groups like ProLogis and the CGI aren’t the only types of technology firms that are making a huge impact. Search giant Google (516.16 +23.02 (4.67%)) recently made their biggest renewable energy investment in history. With projects beginning back in 2007 (Clean-tech fray), Google has made it their duty to pursue such sustainability and renewable energy efforts. On May 3rd a press release went out stating Google’s 38.8 million dollar investment in two North Dakota wind farms. “On Friday we made our first direct investment in a utility-scale renewable energy project — two wind farms that generate 169.5 megawatts of power, enough to power more than 55,000 homes.” Rick Needeham, Google’s Green Business Operations Manager, wrote within that Google is greatly interested in discovering new opportunities to invest in renewable energy projects that really ”push the envelope.” With enough energy to power nearly 55,000 homes, Google is making a tremendous impact on sustainability for our planet. ProLogis currently maintains solar projects on 32 buildings throughout France, Germany, Japan, Spain and the United States. The installation envelops greater than 10.6 million square feet (984,800 square meters) of roof space and totals 24.6 MW (megawatts). With Google’s acquisition of wind turbines in North Dakota, they are able to produce nearly 170 MW of power. Combined, this is a whopping 194.6 MW of clean energy, driven to both business and residential. With lessened maintenance costs and new job openings, these investments are major players in the welfare of our economy as well. It’s with efforts from both energy and non-energy groups that we begin to see hope for the future of our planet. -Jack Lundee – Follower of all things green and progressive.
Strathclyde Associates Featured: Stock Market Shift Attributed to Green Investment. The exploration and expansion of these technologies has also been a great catalyst for green collar jobs. Field by motivated assistant and creator Doug Band, The CGI (Clinton Global Initiative) has invested funds into renewable energies with “The Energy Efficiency Opportunity Fund” (Sept 25 2009). This was more or less a fund to all the financing of large projects like implementing LEED standards in older buildings. The fund has been focusing on low-income areas to promote the creation of such jobs. ProLogis green sector has also facilitated new job openings and allowed the company to grow tremendously. Although, renewable energy groups like ProLogis and the CGI aren’t the only types of technology firms that are making a huge impact. Search giant Google (516.16 +23.02 (4.67%)) recently made their biggest renewable energy investment in history. With projects beginning back in 2007 (Clean-tech fray), Google has made it their duty to pursue such sustainability and renewable energy efforts. On May 3rd a press release went out stating Google’s 38.8 million dollar investment in two North Dakota wind farms. “On Friday we made our first direct investment in a utility-scale renewable energy project — two wind farms that generate 169.5 megawatts of power, enough to power more than 55,000 homes.” Rick Needeham, Google’s Green Business Operations Manager, wrote within that Google is greatly interested in discovering new opportunities to invest in renewable energy projects that really ”push the envelope.” With enough energy to power nearly 55,000 homes, Google is making a tremendous impact on sustainability for our planet. ProLogis currently maintains solar projects on 32 buildings throughout France, Germany, Japan, Spain and the United States. The installation envelops greater than 10.6 million square feet (984,800 square meters) of roof space and totals 24.6 MW (megawatts). With Google’s acquisition of wind turbines in North Dakota, they are able to produce nearly 170 MW of power. Combined, this is a whopping 194.6 MW of clean energy, driven to both business and residential. With lessened maintenance costs and new job openings, these investments are major players in the welfare of our economy as well. It’s with efforts from both energy and non-energy groups that we begin to see hope for the future of our planet. -Jack Lundee – Follower of all things green and progressive.
Strathclyde Associates Trading News: CADLearning AutoCAD Architecture 2011 Tutorials...
4D Technologies, an Autodesk Authorized Publisher specializing in self-paced eLearning for CAD and BIM software , announced today that it has published its CADLearning AutoCAD Architecture 2011 Tutorial Series.
Strathclyde Associates Trading News : 4D Technologies, an Autodesk Authorized Publisher specializing in self-paced eLearning for CAD and BIM software , announced today that it has published its CADLearning AutoCAD Architecture 2011 Tutorial Series. The 18-hour training course is composed of 312 granular video tutorials and includes basic concepts, application demonstrations, tips and tricks for productivity and exercise files for users to follow along using their own software. Presented by well-known CAD instructor Reid Addis, this course offers users the ability to stay current with the latest version of AutoCAD Architecture and gain skills and knowledge to better utilize their software application.
“The lessons are clear and concise, which makes it easy for architects to learn during their limited free time,” said Matt Murphy, 4D Director of Content Management and Development. “With searchable lessons, users can access the content they need, when they need it, and come back to it at any-time.”
Strathclyde Associates Trading News : The course walks users through features and functions of the AutoCAD Architecture software application. Chapter topics include; Introduction to AutoCAD Architecture, Quick Start, Productivity Tools, Introduction To Content, Conceptual Design Tools, Building Geometry, More Geometry, Adding Components, Sections and Elevations, Annotation, Detailing, Understanding The Display System, Using AutoCAD Architecture Layer Tools, Layout Design Objects, Organizing Projects with the Drawing Management System, Advanced Building Geometry, Publishing from the Project Navigator, Creating Custom Styles and Components, Graphic Presentation and Visualization, Working with Others, and Troubleshooting.
Strathclyde Associates Trading News : This is the latest addition to 4D’s continuously growing CADLearning course library, currently offering training on 16 Autodesk software titles, including AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Autodesk Inventor, and Autodesk Revit Architecture. The AutoCAD Architecture 2011 Tutorial series is available for purchase at www.cadlearning.com or by phone at +1 603.641.3900.
Strathclyde Associates Trading News : Autodesk, AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Autodesk Inventor, and Autodesk Revit are registered trademarks or trademarks of Autodesk, Inc., and/or its subsidiaries and/or affiliates in the USA and/or other countries. All other brand names, product names, or trademarks belong to their respective holders.
About 4D Technologies
4D Technologies is a producer and publisher of self-paced eLearning products for the latest CAD and BIM software . Since its inception in 2002, 4D has worked closely with industry experts, including professional CAD instructors and trainers, CAD consultants, and experienced users to develop its learning content. 4D addresses the learning needs of individuals and organizations in a wide variety of markets including education, architecture, engineering, construction, automotive and transportation, manufacturing, utilities and communication, government
The company was established in early 2005 to serve the booming international construction industry. We work with associate companies worldwide.
Soon after its establishment, Strathclyde Associates Trading and Management Construction Company made a number of associations mainly in the Pacific and Southeast Asia regions. These business partnerships added extra strength to Strathclyde Associates Trading and Management Construction Company. We are proud to be associated with projects in countries including Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore and Seoul, S Korea.
Strathclyde Associates Trading News : 4D Technologies, an Autodesk Authorized Publisher specializing in self-paced eLearning for CAD and BIM software , announced today that it has published its CADLearning AutoCAD Architecture 2011 Tutorial Series. The 18-hour training course is composed of 312 granular video tutorials and includes basic concepts, application demonstrations, tips and tricks for productivity and exercise files for users to follow along using their own software. Presented by well-known CAD instructor Reid Addis, this course offers users the ability to stay current with the latest version of AutoCAD Architecture and gain skills and knowledge to better utilize their software application.
“The lessons are clear and concise, which makes it easy for architects to learn during their limited free time,” said Matt Murphy, 4D Director of Content Management and Development. “With searchable lessons, users can access the content they need, when they need it, and come back to it at any-time.”
Strathclyde Associates Trading News : The course walks users through features and functions of the AutoCAD Architecture software application. Chapter topics include; Introduction to AutoCAD Architecture, Quick Start, Productivity Tools, Introduction To Content, Conceptual Design Tools, Building Geometry, More Geometry, Adding Components, Sections and Elevations, Annotation, Detailing, Understanding The Display System, Using AutoCAD Architecture Layer Tools, Layout Design Objects, Organizing Projects with the Drawing Management System, Advanced Building Geometry, Publishing from the Project Navigator, Creating Custom Styles and Components, Graphic Presentation and Visualization, Working with Others, and Troubleshooting.
Strathclyde Associates Trading News : This is the latest addition to 4D’s continuously growing CADLearning course library, currently offering training on 16 Autodesk software titles, including AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Autodesk Inventor, and Autodesk Revit Architecture. The AutoCAD Architecture 2011 Tutorial series is available for purchase at www.cadlearning.com or by phone at +1 603.641.3900.
Strathclyde Associates Trading News : Autodesk, AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Autodesk Inventor, and Autodesk Revit are registered trademarks or trademarks of Autodesk, Inc., and/or its subsidiaries and/or affiliates in the USA and/or other countries. All other brand names, product names, or trademarks belong to their respective holders.
About 4D Technologies
4D Technologies is a producer and publisher of self-paced eLearning products for the latest CAD and BIM software . Since its inception in 2002, 4D has worked closely with industry experts, including professional CAD instructors and trainers, CAD consultants, and experienced users to develop its learning content. 4D addresses the learning needs of individuals and organizations in a wide variety of markets including education, architecture, engineering, construction, automotive and transportation, manufacturing, utilities and communication, government
The company was established in early 2005 to serve the booming international construction industry. We work with associate companies worldwide.
Soon after its establishment, Strathclyde Associates Trading and Management Construction Company made a number of associations mainly in the Pacific and Southeast Asia regions. These business partnerships added extra strength to Strathclyde Associates Trading and Management Construction Company. We are proud to be associated with projects in countries including Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore and Seoul, S Korea.
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