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Russia investment fund hides US advisers' names
By STEPHEN BRAUN and JEFF HORWITZ - AP - Tue Sep 02, 4:08PM CDT
WASHINGTON (AP) — A $10 billion investment fund backed by the Russian government that has avoided being targeted by U.S. economic sanctions over the invasion of Ukraine redesigned its website Tuesday and made it more difficult to find names of prominent U.S. and European executives on its international advisory board.
Carlyle to Settle LBO Collusion Case for $115M, Avoids Trail - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Sep 02, 11:10AM CDT
Carlyle (CG) was the final private equity firm to settle a lawsuit that accused it of pulling down the prices of LBOs through collusion. The company will be paying a settlement amount of $115 million to avoid going to trail.
Economic sanctions spare Western-tied Russian fund
By JEFF HORWITZ and STEPHEN BRAUN - AP - Fri Aug 29, 4:21PM CDT
WASHINGTON (AP) — Western business connections are complicating efforts to bring economic sanctions against executives and companies closely aligned with Russian President Vladimir Putin's inner circle. A prime example: the Russian Direct Investment Fund, a $10 billion sovereign wealth fund that's escaped sanctions in spite of international efforts to punish Russia for its incursions in Ukraine.
Blackstone, Fajr to Foray into Dubai with 20% GEMS Stake Buy - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Aug 28, 11:10AM CDT
Blackstone (BX) is presently keen on making an odyssey into the Middle East.
Accuvant Named to Inc. 500|5000 for Eighth Year in a Row
Business Wire - Thu Aug 28, 10:05AM CDT
Accuvant, the authoritative source for enterprise information security, today announced that it has been named to the Inc. 500|5000 list of the nation's fastest-growing private companies for the eighth consecutive year. Accuvant is the only information security company to be included at least eight times in the list's 33-year history, and one of only 140 companies overall.
Vivint Solar Prepares to Light Up $200M Share Sale
at The Street - Thu Aug 28, 8:32AM CDT
Vivint Solar, a solar energy provider owned by the Blackstone Group, intends to raise $200 million in an initial public offering.
Blackstone and Hilton Worldwide Partner with Department of Veterans Affairs and Kendall College to Offer Hospitality Education Program to Veterans
Business Wire - Tue Aug 26, 2:31PM CDT
Global asset manager Blackstone (NYSE:BX), in partnership with its portfolio company Hilton Worldwide, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and Kendall College in Chicago, are proud to announce the launch of a first-of-its-kind hospitality education program designed to help veterans and their spouses receive the experience and knowledge that can lead to a meaningful career in hospitality management. The announcement was made in conjunction with President Obama's speech to the American Legion Convention today.
Jim Cramer's 'Mad Money' Recap: Thank You, Corporate America
at The Street - Mon Aug 25, 7:00PM CDT
Corporate profits, not the Fed, are fueling ever higher stock prices, and that growth is only accelerating, Cramer says.
'Mad Money' Lightning Round: I Like Blackstone Group
at The Street - Tue Aug 26, 5:00AM CDT
Cramer's being careful with Barracuda Networks but he likes NuStar Energy, Exact Sciences and Amkor Technology.
Best 3 Yielding Buy-Rated Stocks: ETR, BX, BGS
at The Street - Mon Aug 25, 10:30AM CDT
These 3 dividend stocks are rated a Buy by TheStreet
SmarTrend Watching for Potential Rebound in Shares of Blackstone After 1.01% Loss
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Fri Aug 22, 3:49PM CDT
Blackstone (NYSE:BX) traded in a range yesterday that spanned from a low of $32.12 to a high of $32.79. Yesterday, the shares fell 1.0%, which took the trading range below the 3-day low of $32.67 on volume of 6.1 million shares. Often times after large one-day declines, short-term traders may play for some degree of mean reversion.
Blackstone Falls 1.01% on Heavy Volume: Watch For Potential Rebound
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Fri Aug 22, 3:48PM CDT
Blackstone (NYSE:BX) traded in a range yesterday that spanned from a low of $32.12 to a high of $32.79. Yesterday, the shares fell 1.0%, which took the trading range below the 3-day low of $32.67 on volume of 6.1 million shares. Often times after large one-day declines, short-term traders may play for some degree of mean reversion.
Blackstone Up to Strong Buy on Solid Q2 & Acquisitions - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Aug 22, 10:10AM CDT
On Aug 22, Zacks Investment Research upgraded The Blackstone Group L.P. (BX) to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy).
Lazard (LAZ) Hits New 52-Week High on Strong M&A Backdrop - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Aug 22, 9:50AM CDT
Shares of Lazard Ltd. (LAZ) crafted a new 52-week high, touching $54.26 on Aug 21. However, the stock of this investment management firm closed the session at $53.96, reflecting a solid year-to-date return of 22.8%
Zacks Rank #1 Additions for Friday - Tale of the Tape
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Aug 22, 8:30AM CDT
Here are 5 stocks added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List for Friday
Melvin: Dirty Fuel Has a Bright Future
at The Street - Thu Aug 21, 8:53AM CDT
The coal industry still has a big role in the global energy picture.
Eaton Vance (EV) Gains on Year-Over-Year Earnings Growth - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Aug 21, 8:50AM CDT
Shares of Eaton Vance rose nearly 3% following the release of its fiscal third-quarter 2014 (ended Jul 31) results. Adjusted earnings came in at 63 cents per share, up 21% year over year. However, earnings were in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate.
Principal Financial Scales 52-Week High on Q2 Earnings Beat - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed Aug 20, 2:30PM CDT
On Aug 19, 2014, shares of Principal Financial (PFG) scaled a 52-week high of $52.57 buoyed by a solid second-quarter earnings beat.
Kohlberg Kravis & Abacus to Buy 3 Towers of Melbourne's WTC - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Aug 19, 10:20AM CDT
Kohlberg Kravis (KKR) forayed into the Australian real estate market by entering into a joint venture with local property management firm Abacus Property Group to acquire 70% stake of the World Trade Centre (WTC) in Melbourne.
GE Holding Talks with Electrolux to Sell Appliance Unit - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Mon Aug 18, 5:00PM CDT
General Electric Company (GE) is reportedly holding business talks with premier electronics manufacturer Electrolux AB and other potential bidders to divest its appliance unit.
Russia investment fund hides US advisers' names
By STEPHEN BRAUN and JEFF HORWITZ - AP - Tue Sep 02, 4:08PM CDT
WASHINGTON (AP) — A $10 billion investment fund backed by the Russian government that has avoided being targeted by U.S. economic sanctions over the invasion of Ukraine redesigned its website Tuesday and made it more difficult to find names of prominent U.S. and European executives on its international advisory board.
Carlyle to Settle LBO Collusion Case for $115M, Avoids Trail - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Sep 02, 11:10AM CDT
Carlyle (CG) was the final private equity firm to settle a lawsuit that accused it of pulling down the prices of LBOs through collusion. The company will be paying a settlement amount of $115 million to avoid going to trail.
Economic sanctions spare Western-tied Russian fund
By JEFF HORWITZ and STEPHEN BRAUN - AP - Fri Aug 29, 4:21PM CDT
WASHINGTON (AP) — Western business connections are complicating efforts to bring economic sanctions against executives and companies closely aligned with Russian President Vladimir Putin's inner circle. A prime example: the Russian Direct Investment Fund, a $10 billion sovereign wealth fund that's escaped sanctions in spite of international efforts to punish Russia for its incursions in Ukraine.
Blackstone, Fajr to Foray into Dubai with 20% GEMS Stake Buy - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Aug 28, 11:10AM CDT
Blackstone (BX) is presently keen on making an odyssey into the Middle East.
Accuvant Named to Inc. 500|5000 for Eighth Year in a Row
Business Wire - Thu Aug 28, 10:05AM CDT
Accuvant, the authoritative source for enterprise information security, today announced that it has been named to the Inc. 500|5000 list of the nation's fastest-growing private companies for the eighth consecutive year. Accuvant is the only information security company to be included at least eight times in the list's 33-year history, and one of only 140 companies overall.
Vivint Solar Prepares to Light Up $200M Share Sale
at The Street - Thu Aug 28, 8:32AM CDT
Vivint Solar, a solar energy provider owned by the Blackstone Group, intends to raise $200 million in an initial public offering.
Blackstone and Hilton Worldwide Partner with Department of Veterans Affairs and Kendall College to Offer Hospitality Education Program to Veterans
Business Wire - Tue Aug 26, 2:31PM CDT
Global asset manager Blackstone (NYSE:BX), in partnership with its portfolio company Hilton Worldwide, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and Kendall College in Chicago, are proud to announce the launch of a first-of-its-kind hospitality education program designed to help veterans and their spouses receive the experience and knowledge that can lead to a meaningful career in hospitality management. The announcement was made in conjunction with President Obama's speech to the American Legion Convention today.
Jim Cramer's 'Mad Money' Recap: Thank You, Corporate America
at The Street - Mon Aug 25, 7:00PM CDT
Corporate profits, not the Fed, are fueling ever higher stock prices, and that growth is only accelerating, Cramer says.
'Mad Money' Lightning Round: I Like Blackstone Group
at The Street - Tue Aug 26, 5:00AM CDT
Cramer's being careful with Barracuda Networks but he likes NuStar Energy, Exact Sciences and Amkor Technology.
Best 3 Yielding Buy-Rated Stocks: ETR, BX, BGS
at The Street - Mon Aug 25, 10:30AM CDT
These 3 dividend stocks are rated a Buy by TheStreet
SmarTrend Watching for Potential Rebound in Shares of Blackstone After 1.01% Loss
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Fri Aug 22, 3:49PM CDT
Blackstone (NYSE:BX) traded in a range yesterday that spanned from a low of $32.12 to a high of $32.79. Yesterday, the shares fell 1.0%, which took the trading range below the 3-day low of $32.67 on volume of 6.1 million shares. Often times after large one-day declines, short-term traders may play for some degree of mean reversion.
Blackstone Falls 1.01% on Heavy Volume: Watch For Potential Rebound
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Fri Aug 22, 3:48PM CDT
Blackstone (NYSE:BX) traded in a range yesterday that spanned from a low of $32.12 to a high of $32.79. Yesterday, the shares fell 1.0%, which took the trading range below the 3-day low of $32.67 on volume of 6.1 million shares. Often times after large one-day declines, short-term traders may play for some degree of mean reversion.
Blackstone Up to Strong Buy on Solid Q2 & Acquisitions - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Aug 22, 10:10AM CDT
On Aug 22, Zacks Investment Research upgraded The Blackstone Group L.P. (BX) to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy).
Lazard (LAZ) Hits New 52-Week High on Strong M&A Backdrop - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Aug 22, 9:50AM CDT
Shares of Lazard Ltd. (LAZ) crafted a new 52-week high, touching $54.26 on Aug 21. However, the stock of this investment management firm closed the session at $53.96, reflecting a solid year-to-date return of 22.8%
Zacks Rank #1 Additions for Friday - Tale of the Tape
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Aug 22, 8:30AM CDT
Here are 5 stocks added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List for Friday
Melvin: Dirty Fuel Has a Bright Future
at The Street - Thu Aug 21, 8:53AM CDT
The coal industry still has a big role in the global energy picture.
Eaton Vance (EV) Gains on Year-Over-Year Earnings Growth - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Aug 21, 8:50AM CDT
Shares of Eaton Vance rose nearly 3% following the release of its fiscal third-quarter 2014 (ended Jul 31) results. Adjusted earnings came in at 63 cents per share, up 21% year over year. However, earnings were in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate.
Principal Financial Scales 52-Week High on Q2 Earnings Beat - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed Aug 20, 2:30PM CDT
On Aug 19, 2014, shares of Principal Financial (PFG) scaled a 52-week high of $52.57 buoyed by a solid second-quarter earnings beat.
Kohlberg Kravis & Abacus to Buy 3 Towers of Melbourne's WTC - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Aug 19, 10:20AM CDT
Kohlberg Kravis (KKR) forayed into the Australian real estate market by entering into a joint venture with local property management firm Abacus Property Group to acquire 70% stake of the World Trade Centre (WTC) in Melbourne.
GE Holding Talks with Electrolux to Sell Appliance Unit - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Mon Aug 18, 5:00PM CDT
General Electric Company (GE) is reportedly holding business talks with premier electronics manufacturer Electrolux AB and other potential bidders to divest its appliance unit.
