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Afghanistan likely facing corona ‘health disaster’: US watchdog

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The spread of Covid-19 has significantly impacted Afghanistan from complicating the peace initiative to forcing border crossing closures that have disrupted commercial and humanitarian deliveries, according to a a watchdog report to the US Congress. The post Afghanistan likely facing corona ‘health disaster’: US watchdog appeared first on Asset Management Udemy. Seoul, Korea http://dlvr.it/RVp1Nw

Fluor Joint Venture Selected for Oak Hill Parkway Infrastructure Project in Austin, Texas

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Fluor Corporation (NYSE: FLR) announced today that its joint venture with Balfour Beatty was conditionally selected by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to reconstruct and widen U.S. 290 from approximately the east end of Circle Drive to Loop 1 and State Highway 71 from U.S. 290 to Silvermine Drive in Travis County, west of downtown Austin, Texas. Fluor anticipates it will book its share of the undisclosed contract value in the third quarter of 2020. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200430006030/en/ Fluor Joint Venture Selected for Oak Hill Parkway project in Austin, Texas (Photo: Business Wire) "This project is part of TxDOT’s long-term plan to promote congestion management in one of the state’s most congested corridors,” said Terry Towle, group president of Fluor’s Infrastructure & Power business. "When completed, this project will help improve mobility and operational efficienc

Nonprofits, truck drivers, food banks, and others are turning to a little-known Google Maps feature to navigate life amid the coronavirus pandemic

Getty/ Future Publishing / Contributor Google has a feature called My Maps that allows people to create custom maps. Since the COVID-19 outbreak, people have found creative ways to use maps. They're using maps to represent information visually, like locations of hand washing stations. Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories. Google's popular Google Maps location app has had the option to make custom maps since 2007, but the feature is seeing a resurgence now in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. My Maps lets the creator add locations, import data from spreadsheets, and embed text, photos, and videos. Multiple people can collaborate on maps, and they can be published online, too. A Google spokesperson told Business Insider that My Maps has seen a surge in users over the past four months. People and organizations are using the tool to create community resources, directing people in need to food banks, clinics, and other information that they need. Google

Germany raids sites linked to Hezbollah, extends ban

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The interior ministry said the decree issued on Thursday bans all activities in support of the group in Germany, including the use of its symbols or publications. Hezbollah supporters have staged annual anti-Israel marches in Berlin for several years. The post Germany raids sites linked to Hezbollah, extends ban appeared first on Asset Management Udemy. Seoul, Korea http://dlvr.it/RVlFFY

7 Reasons for optoelectronic professionals to visit CIOE 2020

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FYI: SHENZHEN, China, April 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- CIOE (China International Optoelectronic Exposition) will be held in Shenzhen World Exhibition and Convention Center from September 9 to 11.  The 22nd edition of CIOE will bring together 3,000 optoelectronic companies to showcase their latest products. It is expected that 80,000 industry visitors from around the world will join CIOE to source the latest optoelectronic technologies and products, and to look for potential and future business partners. Here are 7 reasons to start planning a business trip to Shenzhen, China in September. 160,000 m2 Exhibition Area Displaying the Entire Optoelectronic Ecosystem CIOE 2020 will move to a new venue, Shenzhen World Exhibition and Convention Center, with a higher capacity of 160,000 m2. This new venue will be the base where CIOE will help drive China's optoelectronic market in the future. 6 Sub-expos Interconnecting the Entire Optoelectronic Industry As the only optoelectronic exhibi

There's going to be a huge glut of toilet paper after the coronavirus panic-buying subsides, a supply chain expert says

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ICYMI: Amphol Thongmueangluang/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images There's going to be a huge surplus of toilet paper soon when consumers stop panic-buying, a supply chain expert said. The product was one of the first to fly off shelves around the world when the coronavirus outbreak began spreading beyond China. Toilet paper manufacturers have ramped up production to meet the unprecedented demand, but may be left with a huge supply once customers realize they've got months worth of product stockpiled. Patrick Penfield, a supply chain management professor at Syracuse University, told Business Insider the glut "will happen — it's just a question of when." The fear of a potential glut is one of the reasons many factories have been merely operating at capacity, rather than going above capacity to meet unprecedented demand, another supply chain expert told Business Insider. Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories. Toilet paper has been slowly

Learn How to Flatten the Autism Curve at the World's Largest, Virtual, Free, Autism Summit

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LOS ANGELES, April 29, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- With the latest statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention citing 1 child in 54 with an autism diagnosis, parents, professionals, and members of the public are looking for the latest information on cutting-edge therapies and treatments to help children and adults with autism. To fulfill this need, registration is open for the online AutismOne Virtual Summit, with FREE first-run sessions, running May 20 through May 24, 2020. Ed Arranga, AutismOne's president and co-founder said, "Children with autism get better, and many recover when given the proper treatments and therapies. When the underlying comorbidities of autism are properly addressed, the individual's body can begin healing, paving the way for improved learning, function, skills, and behavior." Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., will deliver the keynote, Thursday, May 21, joined by over 100 of the world's leading autism experts. The AutismOne Virtua

US officials should bargain like Warren Buffett when they strike bailout deals, investor Bill Ackman says

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REUTERS/Rick Wilking Public officials should bargain like Warren Buffett when they bail out big companies, billionaire investor Bill Ackman said on The Knowledge Project podcast. "The government shouldn't come in on terms that are more favorable than where Warren Buffett would provide the company with capital," the Pershing Square Capital chief said. Companies that spent billions on share buybacks may not deserve a handout, Ackman said. "The government should earn an adequate return on that capital and get equity upside if the business recovers," he said. "It shouldn't be free money by any means." Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories. Public officials should drive as hard a bargain as Warren Buffett when they bail out big companies, billionaire hedge fund manager Bill Ackman said in the latest episode of The Knowledge Project podcast. "The government shouldn't come in on terms that are more favorable than where Warren Buf

Loblaw Companies Limited Announces Normal Course Issuer Bid

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BRAMPTON, ON, April 29, 2020 /CNW/ - (TSX: L) – Loblaw Companies Limited (Loblaw) announced today that the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) has accepted a notice filed by Loblaw of its intention to make a normal course issuer bid (NCIB). The TSX notice provides that Loblaw may, during the 12-month period commencing May 1, 2020 and terminating April 30, 2021, purchase up to 17,888,888 of Loblaw's common shares (Common Shares), representing approximately 5% of the issued and outstanding Common Shares, by way of a NCIB on the TSX or through alternative trading systems or by such other means as may be permitted by the TSX or under applicable law. As of April 17, 2020, Loblaw had 357,777,765 outstanding Common Shares. Based on the average daily trading volume of 597,638 during the last six months, daily purchases will be limited to 149,410 Common Shares, other than block purchase exceptions and purchases from George Weston Limited (GWL), Loblaw's majority shareholder. Loblaw will be per

The global electric vehicle market is estimated to project growth at a CAGR of 22.18% during the forecast period, 2020-2028

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FYI: NEW YORK, April 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --KEY FINDINGSThe global electric vehicle market is estimated to project growth at a CAGR of 22.18% during the forecast period, 2020-2028. The factors augmenting... The post The global electric vehicle market is estimated to project growth at a CAGR of 22.18% during the forecast period, 2020-2028 appeared first on Global Asset Management Seoul Korea - How To Asset Manage. Seoul, Korea http://dlvr.it/RVfkwy

There's going to be a huge glut of toilet paper after the coronavirus panic-buying subsides, a supply chain expert says

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Amphol Thongmueangluang/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images There's going to be a huge surplus of toilet paper soon when consumers stop panic-buying, a supply chain expert said. The product was one of the first to fly off shelves around the world when the coronavirus outbreak began spreading beyond China. Toilet paper manufacturers have ramped up production to meet the unprecedented demand, but may be left with a huge supply once customers realize they've got months worth of product stockpiled. Patrick Penfield, a supply chain management professor at Syracuse University, told Business Insider the glut "will happen — it's just a question of when." The fear of a potential glut is one of the reasons many factories have been merely operating at capacity, rather than going above capacity to meet unprecedented demand, another supply chain expert told Business Insider. Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories. Toilet paper has been slowly creepi

Ana Holdings FY Net Income Declines – Quick Facts

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(RTTNews) - Ana Holdings Inc. (ANA.L) reported net income to owners of parent of 27.6 billion yen for fiscal 2019, a decline of 75 percent from prior year. Operating income was 60.8 billion yen, down 63.2 percent. Operating revenue was 1.97 trillion yen, down 4.1 percent from prior year. The company noted that, for the current fiscal year, the dividend payment will be 0 yen until it is able to project a rational forecast. ANA has suspended and reduced the number of flights by approximately 90 percent on international routes and 70 percent on domestic routes from its initial scheduled plans. The post Ana Holdings FY Net Income Declines – Quick Facts appeared first on Asset Management - How To Asset Manage. Seoul, Korea http://dlvr.it/RVdzkx

Deutsche Bank warns of 67% drop in profits as the coronavirus decimates performance

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ICYMI: Sean Gallup/Getty Images Deutsche Bank said in a pre-release statement Sunday that it expects its net income to drop to €66 million ($72 million) as the impact of coronavirus takes a toll on earnings. The surprise statement said it was "difficult" for the bank to reflect changes to its capital plans amid a 67% drop in profits compared with Q1 2019.  The German lender said its capital equity tier ratio — a measure of a bank's strength from a regulatory point of view — fell from 13.6% to 12.8% compared to the previous quarter.  Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories. German banking giant Deutsche Bank has warned investors of a 67% plunge in net income last quarter due to the coronavirus, ahead of reporting its full earnings on Wednesday.  In a surprise pre-release statement on Sunday, the German bank said it expects its net profit to be €66 million ($72 million), compared to €201 million in the same period last year.  Deutsche Bank also expects

'Bond King' Jeff Gundlach is 'frustrated' by government bailouts of companies that piled on debt to fund share buybacks

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REUTERS/Brendan McDermid Billionaire "bond king" Jeff Gundlach slammed government relief for public companies on Monday night. "I doubt I am the only person frustrated by National-Debt-financed bailouts of companies that leveraged up large to buy back stock to levitate share prices to enrich shareholders and company executives," he tweeted. The DoubleLine Capital boss was likely referring to the "big four" US airlines, poised to receive billions in public support after taking on debt and splurging on share repurchases. "The word 'bailout' needs to be labeled 'hate speech' directed toward every citizen who played by the rules," Gundlach tweeted last week. Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories. Jeff Gundlach, the so-called "bond king" and billionaire boss of DoubleLine Capital, took aim at the recent spate of government bailouts on Monday night. "I doubt I am the only person frustrated by National-Deb

Britain sends out mobile units to boost coronavirus testing

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ICYMI: LONDON (REUTERS) - Eight mobile coronavirus testing units staffed by the army are starting to travel around Britain, with dozens more to follow, to help the government approach its target of 100,000 tests a day for the new coronavirus. Health Secretary Matt Hancock has promised that number of daily tests by April 30, but by Friday (April 24) only 28,760 had been achieved. Refitted vehicles will collect throat swabs, which will be sent to laboratories for processing, the Department of Health said in a statement on Sunday (April 26). A further 96 of the units will start operating during May. The units can be set up in under 20 minutes and will carry out tests on essential staff such as those who work in care homes, the police and prisons, and have found it difficult to travel to fixed, drive-through test centres. There are concerns that a lack of testing could slow Britain's gradual exit from lockdown and delay the revival of its economy, the world's fifth-largest.

Gilead, ONKo-innate Announce Research Collaboration For Cancer Therapy

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FYI: (RTTNews) - Gilead Sciences, Inc. (GILD) Kite, and oNKo-innate have entered a three-year cancer immunotherapy research collaboration to support discovery and development of next-generation drug and engineered cell therapies focused on natural killer cells. Under the terms of the agreement, oNKo-innate will receive an upfront payment and will be eligible to receive additional payments based on achievement of certain clinical, regulatory and commercial milestones, as well as sales royalties across the immuno-oncology and cell therapy programs. "Gilead is pleased to partner with oNKo-innate as a leader in this new and highly promising area of cancer immunotherapy," said William Lee, PhD, Executive Vice President, Research, Gilead Sciences. "We have a strategic focus of growing both our expertise and pipeline in immuno-oncology and we believe this exciting collaboration will support each of these objectives as we work to discover and develop novel cancer therapies for p

Why the euro is more durable than it looks

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FYI: Editor’s note: The Economist is making some of its most important coverage of the covid-19 pandemic freely available to readers of The Economist Today, our daily newsletter. To receive it, register here. For our coronavirus tracker and more coverage, see our hub IN THE WEEKS following the bankruptcy of Lehman Brothers in 2008, there was naturally concern about the security of deposits. Many judged cash was safer kept in hand than parked with a wobbly bank. Demand for banknotes surged. Discerning German hoarders were said to be stuffing their mattresses with euros with serial numbers prefixed by an “X”, indicating they were printed in Germany. Numbers starting with a “Y” (Greece) or an “S” (Italy) were shunned. This made little sense. A euro banknote is a euro banknote, wherever it is printed. But in troubled times people look to strong states for security. “Europe” doesn’t cut it. Tellingly, in the present crisis, sovereign prerogatives—to close borders; to backstop businesses;

Deutsche Bank warns of 67% drop in profits as the coronavirus decimates performance

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Sean Gallup/Getty Images Deutsche Bank said in a pre-release statement Sunday that it expects its net income to drop to €66 million ($72 million) as the impact of coronavirus takes a toll on earnings. The surprise statement said it was "difficult" for the bank to reflect changes to its capital plans amid a 67% drop in profits compared with Q1 2019.  The German lender said its capital equity tier ratio — a measure of a bank's strength from a regulatory point of view — fell from 13.6% to 12.8% compared to the previous quarter.  Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories. German banking giant Deutsche Bank has warned investors of a 67% plunge in net income last quarter due to the coronavirus, ahead of reporting its full earnings on Wednesday.  In a surprise pre-release statement on Sunday, the German bank said it expects its net profit to be €66 million ($72 million), compared to €201 million in the same period last year.  Deutsche Bank also expects profit

7 Reasons for optoelectronic professionals to visit CIOE 2020

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ICYMI: SHENZHEN, China, April 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- CIOE (China International Optoelectronic Exposition) will be held in Shenzhen World Exhibition and Convention Center from September 9 to 11.  The 22nd edition of CIOE will bring together 3,000 optoelectronic companies to showcase their latest products. It is expected that 80,000 industry visitors from around the world will join CIOE to source the latest optoelectronic technologies and products, and to look for potential and future business partners. Here are 7 reasons to start planning a business trip to Shenzhen, China in September. 160,000 m2 Exhibition Area Displaying the Entire Optoelectronic Ecosystem CIOE 2020 will move to a new venue, Shenzhen World Exhibition and Convention Center, with a higher capacity of 160,000 m2. This new venue will be the base where CIOE will help drive China's optoelectronic market in the future. 6 Sub-expos Interconnecting the Entire Optoelectronic Industry As the only optoelectronic exhi

Alligator Bioscience Presents Promising Interim Phase I Data for its Bispecific Drug Candidate ATOR-1015 at AACR

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LUND, Sweden, April 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Alligator Bioscience (Nasdaq Stockholm: ATORX), announces that the company today presents the status of the ongoing Phase I clinical trial with the bispecific drug candidate ATOR-1015 developed as tumor-directed therapy for metastatic cancer. The presentation will take place at the AACR (American Association for Cancer Research) Annual Meeting, which this year is being held digital for the first time. This far, doses of 400 mg (about 6 mg/kg) have been evaluated in the ongoing study and the current dosing is 600 mg (about 10 mg/kg). 18 patients with varying cancer forms (colon cancer, eye melanoma, pancreatic cancer, ovarian cancer, gallbladder cancer, gastric cancer and skin cancer) have been treated and evaluated in terms of safety. ATOR-1015 has so far been well tolerated. "We are very proud and happy that our study has been selected for presentation. The promising results so far demonstrate that ATOR-1015 can be administered safel

Mark Cuban says Amazon stock will keep going 'up up up' because of behavior change during shutdown

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FYI: Billionaire entrepreneur Mark Cuban said Amazon shares will keep going higher even after a near 30% rally this year. "I think it goes up, up, up, up, up," Cuban said on CNBC's Fast Money on Monday. "People who weren't comfortable dealing with Amazon for consumables, for food, for produce even, I think they've gotten to that habit now...I think Amazon just takes off. The stock is only going to go up." Shares of Amazon rallied 29.6% in 2020 so far, compared to the S&P 500's 17% loss, as the e-commence giant benefits from the stay-at-home trend amid the widespread government-mandated shutdowns to curb the coronavirus pandemic. The stock hit a record high last Thursday, among the firsts to fully make back the losses during the historic sell-off last month. Cuban, the owner of the NBA's Dallas Mavericks, said people will still be wary about going to physical stores after the reopening of the economy, which will be beneficial to Amazon, on

These markets could see the sharpest drop in home prices during coronavirus pandemic

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FYI: Richard Connelly, of First International Hamptons Realty, waits for clients at an open house for a nearly-completed home on A.J. Court in Riverhead, New York on March 14, 2020. John Paraskevas | Newsday LLC | Getty Images Both homebuyer and seller demand have weakened dramatically in the last month, as Americans hunker down to help stop the spread of the coronavirus. While some are still shopping online, doing virtual tours, the spring season was essentially over before it started. Although sales are way down, home values may not suffer as much, except in certain markets. Home prices were very hot at the beginning of this year and heading into the crisis, and the expectation is that while the gains in values will likely slow, prices will not fall nationally. That is because unlike during the subprime mortgage crisis, when there was a serous glut of homes for sale, there is now an increasingly severe shortage. Home values fell as much as 50% in some markets a decade ago, but

The stock market is rebounding without the most important ingredient it needs for long-term gains — and one quant chief warns it's a setup for another crash

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Associated Press Andrew Lapthorne, the global head of quantitative research at Societe Generale, is skeptical of forecasts for a "perfect" v-shaped recovery in corporate earnings.  The consensus forecast among analysts is that by the end of 2021, profits will be growing at nearly the same rate as they were in late-2019. Lapthorne considered the unique nature of this crisis and concluded that the consensus is too optimistic. Click here for more BI Prime stories.  Wall Street's expectations for recovery from the coronavirus crisis seems too good to be true.  That's according to Andrew Lapthorne, the global head of quantitative research at Societe Generale. He is skeptical that the stock market's strong rebound from its trough in March matches up with the reality that will unfold in the months ahead.  In particular, Lapthorne is skeptical of the "perfect" recovery that is reflected in real-time consensus forecasts for earnings, the biggest long-term driver

7 Reasons for optoelectronic professionals to visit CIOE 2020

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SHENZHEN, China, April 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- CIOE (China International Optoelectronic Exposition) will be held in Shenzhen World Exhibition and Convention Center from September 9 to 11.  The 22nd edition of CIOE will bring together 3,000 optoelectronic companies to showcase their latest products. It is expected that 80,000 industry visitors from around the world will join CIOE to source the latest optoelectronic technologies and products, and to look for potential and future business partners. Here are 7 reasons to start planning a business trip to Shenzhen, China in September. 160,000 m2 Exhibition Area Displaying the Entire Optoelectronic Ecosystem CIOE 2020 will move to a new venue, Shenzhen World Exhibition and Convention Center, with a higher capacity of 160,000 m2. This new venue will be the base where CIOE will help drive China's optoelectronic market in the future. 6 Sub-expos Interconnecting the Entire Optoelectronic Industry As the only optoelectronic exhibition

Britain sends out mobile units to boost coronavirus testing

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LONDON (REUTERS) - Eight mobile coronavirus testing units staffed by the army are starting to travel around Britain, with dozens more to follow, to help the government approach its target of 100,000 tests a day for the new coronavirus. Health Secretary Matt Hancock has promised that number of daily tests by April 30, but by Friday (April 24) only 28,760 had been achieved. Refitted vehicles will collect throat swabs, which will be sent to laboratories for processing, the Department of Health said in a statement on Sunday (April 26). A further 96 of the units will start operating during May. The units can be set up in under 20 minutes and will carry out tests on essential staff such as those who work in care homes, the police and prisons, and have found it difficult to travel to fixed, drive-through test centres. There are concerns that a lack of testing could slow Britain's gradual exit from lockdown and delay the revival of its economy, the world's fifth-largest. The mo

Japan Trade Data On Tap For Monday

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FYI: (RTTNews) - Japan is on Monday scheduled to release March figures for imports, exports and trade balance, highlighting a modest day for Asia-Pacific economic activity. Imports are expected to sink 8.7 percent on year after tumbling 14.0 percent in February. Exports are called lower by an annual 9.4 percent after dipping 1.0 percent in the previous month. The trade balance is tipped to show a surplus of 459.9 billion yen, down from 1,109.8 billion yen a month earlier. New Zealand will provide Q1 figures for consumer prices, with forecasts suggesting an increase of 0.4 percent on quarter and 2.1 percent on year. That follows the 0.5 percent quarterly increase and the 1.9 percent yearly gain in the three months prior. Singapore will see March numbers for consumer prices; in February, inflation was up 0.1 percent on month and 0.6 percent on year. Hong Kong will release March figures for unemployment; in February, the jobless rate was 3.7 percent. The post Japan Trade Data On Tap For

Hargol FoodTech Completes $3 Million Investment Round for Commercially Grown Grasshoppers for Alternative Protein

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FYI: MISGAV, Israel, April 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Hargol FoodTech, ("Hargol") a portfolio company of The Trendlines Group  (SGX: 42T) (OTCQX: TRNLY), announced today that it completed a financing round of $3 million from existing shareholders, Singaporean-based Sirius Venture Capital and Netherlands-based SLJ Investment Partners. Hargol FoodTech a world leader in commercial grasshopper farming has developed an innovative farm system for high-quality and sustainable grasshopper protein production.  Edible insects are gaining momentum as a high-protein, low-cost alternative that is efficient to produce and requires minimal resources compared to other protein-rich foods. Hargol FoodTech took up the challenge of providing a superior protein alternative based on its proven technology and optimized methods of growing grasshoppers quickly and under sanitary conditions. The Company proved that its grasshoppers contain more than 70% protein, all essential amino acids, and high level

The global electric vehicle market is estimated to project growth at a CAGR of 22.18% during the forecast period, 2020-2028

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ICYMI: NEW YORK, April 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --KEY FINDINGSThe global electric vehicle market is estimated to project growth at a CAGR of 22.18% during the forecast period, 2020-2028. The factors augmenting... The post The global electric vehicle market is estimated to project growth at a CAGR of 22.18% during the forecast period, 2020-2028 appeared first on Global Asset Management Seoul Korea - How To Asset Manage. Seoul, Korea http://dlvr.it/RVQT71

Coronavirus Hasn't Diminished Tech Stocks' Allure

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FYI: By Caitlin McCabe Caitlin McCabe The Wall Street Journal Biography caitlin.mccabe@wsj.com Updated April 20, 2020 6:14 pm ET The FANG trade hasn’t lost its bite. Big technology stocks are again charging to new heights and propelling the broader stock market, which is swiftly rebounding after a punishing selloff. The NYSE FANG+ index—which comprises Facebook Inc., FB -0.56% Amazon.com Inc., AMZN 0.78% Netflix Inc. NFLX 3.44% and Google parent Alphabet Inc., GOOG -1.30% along with Apple Inc., AAPL -2.08% Twitter Inc., Tesla Inc., TSLA -1.00% Nvidia Corp. NVDA -1.80% and the Chinese behemoths Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. and Baidu Inc. —is up 11% year-to-date after a dramatic rally last week. The four FANG stocks added $251 billion in market value last week, their biggest gain on record dating to Facebook’s 2012 initial public offering. The S&P 500, in comparison, is down 13% in 2020 but has r

The COVID-19 Pandemic and Daily Life

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ICYMI: NEW YORK, April 23, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stay-at-home orders appear to be influencing the behavior of Americans in states and localities where they have been instituted. While most Americans are going out for essential supplies, and outdoor exercise is popular, far fewer individuals are visiting friends and family, or going to a workplace according to a new poll from Fordham University. The poll, conducted by NORC at the University of Chicago, took place from April 16 through 20, 2020, among 1,003 respondents nationwide. It has a margin of sampling error of 4.33 percentage points. The poll is a product of the Fordham Graduate School of Arts and Sciences’ Advanced Certificate in Public Opinion and Survey Research and the M.A. in Elections and Campaign Management. Percentage who have gone out to do the following since stay-at-home order was put in place(among those who say they are under stay-at-home orders) Gone out to getgroceries oressential supplies Gone outsideto exer

Discover Financial Services Posts Loss In Q1

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ICYMI: (RTTNews) - Discover Financial Services (DFS) reported a first quarter loss per share of $0.25 compared to profit of $2.15, prior year. On average, 22 analysts polled by Thomson Reuters expected the company to report profit per share of $0.94, for the quarter. Analysts' estimates typically exclude special items. First-quarter total revenue net of interest expense improved 5 percent to $2.89 billion. Analysts expected revenue of $2.89 billion for the quarter. Total loans ended the quarter at $93.0 billion, up 5% year-over-year. The post Discover Financial Services Posts Loss In Q1 appeared first on Global Asset Management Seoul Korea - How To Asset Manage. Seoul, Korea http://dlvr.it/RVPrz9

Why the euro is more durable than it looks

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ICYMI: Editor’s note: The Economist is making some of its most important coverage of the covid-19 pandemic freely available to readers of The Economist Today, our daily newsletter. To receive it, register here. For our coronavirus tracker and more coverage, see our hub IN THE WEEKS following the bankruptcy of Lehman Brothers in 2008, there was naturally concern about the security of deposits. Many judged cash was safer kept in hand than parked with a wobbly bank. Demand for banknotes surged. Discerning German hoarders were said to be stuffing their mattresses with euros with serial numbers prefixed by an “X”, indicating they were printed in Germany. Numbers starting with a “Y” (Greece) or an “S” (Italy) were shunned. This made little sense. A euro banknote is a euro banknote, wherever it is printed. But in troubled times people look to strong states for security. “Europe” doesn’t cut it. Tellingly, in the present crisis, sovereign prerogatives—to close borders; to backstop businesse

'Study With Australia' to Open Doors to Education Globally

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LONDON and CANBERRA, Australia, April 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) has partnered with social learning platform, FutureLearn.com, to provide free online courses and help students stay ahead of the learning curve. Austrade promotes Australia as a preferred destination and partner for international students through its Study Australia initiative. FutureLearn is jointly owned by Open University UK and the SEEK Group and has 12 million learners globally and almost a quarter of the world's top universities in its partnership. Austrade Global Education Lead Rebecca Hall said, "Many students have been impacted by travel restrictions globally. Providing access to high-quality online learning resources from leading Australian education providers is a simple way we can continue to support international students in their education and learning goals during this challenging time. "While Australian universities have been quick t