Somewhat Favorable Press Coverage Somewhat Unlikely to Impact Capstead Mortgage (CMO …

Somewhat Favorable Press Coverage Somewhat Unlikely to Impact Capstead Mortgage (CMO …

Capstead Mortgage logo Media coverage about Capstead Mortgage (NYSE:CMO) has trended somewhat positive on Sunday, Accern reports. Accern rates the sentiment of media coverage by monitoring more than 20 million news and blog sources. Accern ranks coverage of companies on a scale of -1
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Zacks Investment Research Lowers PennyMac Mortgage Investment Trust (PMT) to Strong Sell

PennyMac Mortgage Investment Trust logo Zacks Investment Research downgraded shares of PennyMac Mortgage Investment Trust (NYSE:PMT) from a hold rating to a strong sell rating in a research note issued to investors on Thursday. According to Zacks, “PennyMac Mortgage Investment Trust is a
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Sei Investments Co. Acquires 6997 Shares of Fortune Brands Home & Security Inc (FBHS)

Fortune Brands Home & Security logo Sei Investments Co. boosted its holdings in shares of Fortune Brands Home & Security Inc (NYSE:FBHS) by 7.1% during the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund owned
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Why Republicans Cherish Their Unloved Tax Cut

Congressional Republicans are about to pass, and President Donald Trump is about to sign, a tax bill that violates Trump's campaign promises, does little for the middle class, ignores decades of party orthodoxy on tax cuts and is unpopular with voters. Still, Republicans are celebrating one of their few
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Couple fear they've lost £20000 savings after making one simple banking mistake that could cost …

The couple received a letter from the bank to confirm they were investigating, with a complaints investigator writing the complaint had been declined, adding: “You have confirmed that the wrong sort code was entered but you were advised it would take up to 20 working days to attempt to recover the
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Japan bank sets up ecozones in Marawi to help small biz

THE Department of Finance (DOF) said the Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC) has expressed its willingness to support the rehabilitation of war-torn Marawi City by setting up economic zones (ecozones) that will help support small businesses in the area. In a recent meeting with Finance Secretary
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Real estate briefly: SPIRE award nominations are open; Givens promoted at Savills Studley

CREW-OC, the Orange County Chapter of the national Commercial Real Estate Women network, has opened nominations for its annual SPIRE awards program. The program recognizes superior performance in real estate by teams and individuals in the Orange County market. The awards are given in
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Stonegate Mortgage (NYSE:SGM) and LendingTree (TREE) Head-To-Head Review

LendingTree (NASDAQ: TREE) and Stonegate Mortgage (NYSE:SGM) are both financials companies, but which is the better business? We will compare the two businesses based on the strength of their dividends, profitability, valuation, analyst recommendations, institutional ownership, earnings and
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Saudi businesses urged to register as VAT deadline looms

Saudi Arabia's General Authority for Zakat and Income Tax (GAZT) is urging businesses with annual revenues of over SR1 million ($266,640) to register for value-added tax (VAT) before its implementation across the kingdom on January 1. In a statement, GAZT urged businesses to check the procedures
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Real estate industry fears impact of tax bill

That could be of particular concern in Seattle with its exploding real estate market. “The tax bills that have passed in the House and the Senate are a huge hit to homeownership,” real estate agent and expert Michael Cornell said. “They are a going to damage the middle class, they're going to make it
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Peer-to-peer lending way to help good cause

Marks&Worth partner Sally Peart said crowdfunding organisations, known officially as Peer-to-Peer Lending Providers, were regulated by the Financial Markets Authority. Equity crowdfunding was where companies raised money from the public by issuing shares — such as the recent Ocho issue.
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Prentice Point trades at $34.98 million

Prentice Point has a conference center, fitness center with showers and lockers, an outdoor seating area, on-site property management, bike parking and 100 percent structured parking in a garage connected to the building. The building is within walking distance of restaurants and shops, and offers
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Triton International Limited (TRTN) Director Sells $403100.00 in Stock

Teachers Advisors LLC increased its stake in Triton International by 391.6% during the 1st quarter. Teachers Advisors LLC now owns 478,942 shares of the company's stock worth $12,352,000 after buying an additional 381,523 shares in the last quarter. Kempen Capital Management N.V. purchased a
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Mantech International (MANT) Earns “Buy” Rating from Cowen

Cowen reaffirmed their buy rating on shares of Mantech International (NASDAQ:MANT) in a research report report published on Thursday. Cowen currently has a $54.00 price objective on the technology company's stock. MANT has been the subject of several other reports. BidaskClub lowered Mantech
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Auckland's property losing its shine

Auckland's property market is losing its golden sheen. Almost … Andrea Rush said the latest QV Property Report showed that despite a drop in some areas there was still growth in the housing market. … “If there's a little bit of growth, they can assume their CV is lower than the actual value of their house.
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Orchid Island Capital (ORC) vs. Cherry Hill Mortgage Investment (CHMI) Head-To-Head Comparison

Cherry Hill Mortgage Investment (NYSE: CHMI) and Orchid Island Capital (NYSE:ORC) are both small-cap finance companies, but which is the superior stock? We will compare the two businesses based on the strength of their risk, dividends, institutional ownership, valuation, analyst recommendations,
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Voluntary, subsidized 'inclusionary zoning' recommended for Buffalo

Inclusionary zoning calls for developers of higher-end market rate apartment buildings to include some units that lower-income people can afford. … Local advocacy groups concerned about rising housing prices in these Buffalo neighborhoods have been pushing City Hall to adopt a mandatory
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The 6 Best Tech Gifts for Cats and Dogs

Don't leave your precious Fido or Fluffy stuck in the Stone Age. High-tech gadgets can help supply some of the basics for your pet cat or dog. For instance, a web-connected collar with GPS can help you find your lost dog without having to go knocking on neighbors' doors. And a portable vacuum may be
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Bloomberg donates $5 million to Baltimore police for new cameras, technology

A Bloomberg spokeswoman said the organization is “proud to support these public safety efforts in Baltimore.” The number of homicides in Baltimore this year has soared above 300 for a third straight year. Carjackings have jumped by 32 percent since last year. The city is on pace to end 2017 with more
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Nationstar Mortgage (NSM) Rating Increased to Strong-Buy at ValuEngine

Nationstar Mortgage (NSM) Rating Increased to Strong-Buy at ValuEngine

Nationstar Mortgage logo Nationstar Mortgage (NYSE:NSM) was upgraded by investment analysts at ValuEngine from a “buy” rating to a “strong-buy” rating in a report issued on Friday. NSM has been the topic of several other reports. Keefe, Bruyette & Woods reaffirmed a “hold” rating and issued a
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Chase Bank, Quicken Loans Mortgage Rate Wrap Up Dec 2, 2017

The rate on the benchmark 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage slipped to 3.9 percent from 3.92 percent last week, mortgage giant Freddie Mac said. The 10/1 ARMS are available starting at 3.920% showing an April of 4.101%. Standard 30 year loan deals at HSBC Bank (NYSE:HBC) can be had for 4.09%
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AGNC Investment (AGNC) Stock Rating Reaffirmed by Wells Fargo & Company

AGNC Investment logo AGNC Investment (NASDAQ:AGNC)'s stock had its “market perform” rating reaffirmed by research analysts at Wells Fargo & Company in a research note issued to investors on Friday. They currently have a $19.00 price objective on the real estate investment trust's stock.
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Bridge Bancorp (BDGE) Earns Coverage Optimism Rating of 0.07

The research firm ranks the sentiment of media coverage by monitoring more than 20 million news and blog sources in real time. … The Bank's operations include its real estate investment trust subsidiary, Bridgehampton Community, Inc (BCI), a financial title insurance subsidiary, Bridge Abstract LLC
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Dimensional Fund Advisors LP Grows Stake in Colliers International Group Inc (CIGI)

The fund owned 75,680 shares of the financial services provider's stock after buying an additional 2,429 shares during the quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP owned 0.19% of Colliers International Group worth $4,272,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. Other large investors have also
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Eddie Hobbs: Is the global recovery fake?

The country's housing values now reach four times GDP, and house renovators are TV celebrities. The CEO of the biggest bank recently told politicians that they only lend to those who can afford to repay. It has 50% of its housing loans on interest only. The banks are sound, there hasn't been a recession
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For tenants on the edge, paying the rent often takes more than half their income

“People at the low end, their incomes haven't changed, but they are in a housing market where housing is being bid up by those at the higher income end of the spectrum.” The heaviest rent burdens are borne by low-income households and those with children. To pay for the one-bedroom place he
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AGNC Investment (AGNC) Given Market Perform Rating at Wells Fargo & Company

… enterprise, such as the Federal National Mortgage Association (Fannie Mae) and the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (Freddie Mac), or by the United States Government agency, such as the Government National Mortgage Association (Ginnie Mae) (collectively, GSEs).
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Ellington Residential Mortgage REIT (EARN) and New York Mortgage Trust (NYMT) Critical Survey

Ellington Residential Mortgage REIT (NYSE: EARN) and New York Mortgage Trust (NASDAQ:NYMT) are both small-cap financials companies, but which is the better investment? We will compare the two businesses based on the strength of their valuation, risk, analyst recommendations, profitability,
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Editorial: Mariposa residents paying the price

The new owner of the Mariposa Townhomes says he must increase rents by hundreds of dollars a month to recover his investment. Not surprisingly, tenants forced to find other housing in an overheated market are not inclined to accept that explanation. Ronald Deluca puchased the 101-unit complex on
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It's time to brace for the day Toronto's real estate luck runs out

During a preliminary budget presentation at Toronto City Hall on Thursday, city manager Peter Wallace tried again to warn us about the threat posed by betting everything on the health of the real estate market. You have to understand the language of bureaucratese a bit to hear the cry, but it was there in
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How second-homes boom is hollowing out Yorkshire Dales villages

“This one here is a second home, that one over there is a second home, the one up there is a second home,” she says, gesturing at empty stone cottages that can be seen from the window of her tea room in Bainbridge. “Every time something goes on the market it's sold as a second home because our
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Real estate transactions: Dec. 4, 2017

$4,384,000 Coddington Cliff W, Coddington Clifford W, Coddington Clifford Wendell, Coddington Paul Gene Jr Trust, Coddington Tara L, Freeman Hope M, Freeman Keith R, Freeman Keith Randy, Gafford Robin H, Paul Gene Coddington Jr Trust to Rye Land LLC; Pt 26-34-19; Nov. 17. $2,850,000
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Real Estate Investing: Taking a Drink

Investing successfully in real estate can give you the freedom to work fewer hours. Here are some points to ponder if you're thinking about … Many years ago, he considered buying a bar and some surrounding property for under $40,000 — a good price. This neighborhood bar was located just one block
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'Real Housewife' Kyle Richards puts a $7-million price tag on elegant Bel-Air estate

Kyle Richards, star of “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,” and her husband, Los Angeles-based real estate agent Mauricio Umansky, are seeking a buyer or tenant for their elegant Bel-Air mansion. The seven-bedroom spot is available for purchase at $6.995 million, or for lease at $50,000 per
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244998 Shares in Granite Point Mortgage Trust Inc. (GPMT) Purchased by American Century …

Granite Point Mortgage Trust logo American Century Companies Inc. bought a new stake in Granite Point Mortgage Trust Inc. (NYSE:GPMT) during the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund bought 244,998 shares
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Endeavour Capital Advisors Upped Southwest Bancorp Okla (OKSB) Holding; Huntington …

Endeavour Capital Advisors Inc increased Southwest Bancorp Inc Okla (OKSB) stake by 6.48% reported in 2017Q2 SEC filing. … employee benefits, personal lines, life and disability, and specialty lines of insurance; and brokerage and agency services for residential and commercial title insurance,
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The Pound Has Little Room to Rebound, Even With a Brexit Breakthrough

The pound may not have much room to rebound further even if Brexit talks advance this week. A market that is already positioned for a breakthrough in the talks, as well as the possibility of the Federal Reserve raising U.S. interest rates in December, could put a cap on sterling's gains, according to Stuart
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Citadel Advisors LLC Cuts Holdings in New York Mortgage Trust, Inc. (NYMT)

New York Mortgage Trust logo Citadel Advisors LLC lessened its stake in New York Mortgage Trust, Inc. (NASDAQ:NYMT) by 16.3% in the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 469,439
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Moneygram International Inc Stock as Institutional Investors Enter

More notable recent MoneyGram International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MGI) news were published by: Reuters.com which released: “Exclusive: Ant Financial refiles for US approval of MoneyGram deal – sources” on July 12, 2017, also Bloomberg.com with their article: “China's Ant Financial Pushes US to
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Sydney housing market dips

Sydney housing market dips

The Australian housing market remained flat for the month of November, Sydney home values fell 0.7 percent. Across the country, most markets edged up slightly or remained stagnant, according to Mansion Global, however the decrease in Sydney's home market could have wider consequences.
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Hawaii Developer Under Fire For Segregated 'Poor Door' For Renters

The high-rise will include 78 affordable rental units for people earning 80 percent or less of the area median income, as required by Honolulu's affordable housing strategy. The other 351 units will be market-priced condominiums. If things go as ProsPac plans, the units will be separated with two
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Fortune Brands Home & (FBHS) Holder Cambridge Investment Research Advisors Has Lowered …

Analysts await Fortune Brands Home & Security, Inc. (NYSE:FBHS) to report earnings on January, 30. They expect $0.80 earnings per share, up 12.68% or $0.09 from last year's $0.71 per share. FBHS's profit will be $121.45 million for 21.10 P/E if the $0.80 EPS becomes a reality. After $0.83 actual
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Institutional Investors Are Buying Moneygram International Inc (NASDAQ:MGI)

Moneygram International Inc (NASDAQ:MGI) institutional sentiment increased to 1.37 in Q2 2017. Its up 0.37, from 1 in 2017Q1. The ratio is better, as 67 funds started new or increased stock positions, while 49 sold and reduced positions in Moneygram International Inc. The funds in our partner's
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TPG Specialty Lending Inc Declares Special Dividend of $0.06 (TSLX)

TPG Specialty Lending logo TPG Specialty Lending Inc (NYSE:TSLX) declared a special dividend on Wednesday, November 8th, Wall Street Journal reports. Shareholders of record on Thursday, November 30th will be paid a dividend of 0.06 per share by the financial services provider on Friday,
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NRIs in a buying mood, property experts say

India's rank in the Global House Price Index has jumped 13 spots, he said, to reach the ninth position among 55 international markets, on the back of increasing prices in mainstream residential sector. The real estate market is expected to touch $180 billion by 2020. The housing sector alone contributes
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Tomorrow Is National Cookie Day. Here's Where You Can Get Free Cookies and Other Sweet Deals

Monday, Dec. 4, is National Cookie Day. It's one of a plethora of “holidays” that exist primarily so businesses can promote themselves, but in this case, the Holiday Industrial Complex is serving up a bunch of free cookies, so maybe we shouldn't complain. Here are six offers for free or steeply discounted
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Reggae Yoga returns with a supply drive for the Downtown Eastside Women's Centre

Between the deep base, positive lyrics, and soul-shaking vibrations courtesy of Fortune Sound Club's Funktion One sound system, it's a yogic experience that might make you want to abandon your studio practice entirely. If that's not enough, Reggae Yoga is also a great opportunity to give back, build
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Home prices nearly doubled in this surprising California city

New homes are photographed in Stockton, Calif., on Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2017. New data from the Federal Housing Finance Agency shows that Stockton is on the top of the list of the country's 100 biggest metropolitan areas where home prices have increased. Experts say that's in part because Bay
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Reviewing Ladder Capital (LADR) & Dynex Capital (DX)

Ladder Capital (NYSE: LADR) and Dynex Capital (NYSE:DX) are both small-cap finance companies, but which is the superior investment? We will compare the two businesses based on the strength of their valuation, institutional ownership, analyst recommendations, profitability, earnings, dividends
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Brean Capital Initiates Coverage on Towne Bank (TOWN)

Research analysts at Brean Capital began coverage on shares of Towne Bank (NASDAQ:TOWN) in a note issued to investors on Friday. … provides residential real estate services, originations of a range of mortgage loans, resort property management, and residential and commercial title insurance.
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Citigroup INC (C) Holder Brandes Investment Partners LP Trimmed Its Position

More notable recent Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:C) news were published by: Bloomberg.com which released: “Citigroup Faces Saudi Setback as Billionaire Backer Arrested” on November 06, 2017, also Bloomberg.com with their article: “Citigroup, UBS Are Among the Banks Most Exposed to Wealthy Saudi”
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The sexiest thing in “Call Me By Your Name” is the real estate

Not much isn't swoon-worthy about Call Me By Your Name, the coming-of-age love story by Italian director Luca Guadagnino set in the early-1980s. There's the film's stars: newcomer Timothée Chalamet as the charmingly love-sick teenager Elio Perlman and the god-like Armie Hammer as his
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Melbourne land price surge puts affordability under pressure

Melbourne's long-held status as the country's most affordable new housing market is under severe threat with median lot prices hitting $300,000 in October, pushing the total cost of building a new house to well over $500,000. The figures, compiled by project marketers Red23. show lot prices rose $355
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Real estate records, 12/03/17

Bergman, Crystal J & Stiles, Joshua G to Seuferer, Michael D & Lefler, Jessica A, 2206 Nw 57 St., $130,000. Brinkhoff, Keith H to Rosales, Billy V, 1722 S 27 St., $63,000. Brookfield Relocation Inc to Witherby, Samuel P & Calli M, 5936 White Fish Dr., $265,000. Brown, Aaron W & Leslie A to Arroyo,
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Holiday home tour Dec. 9

Six Santa Fe houses splendidly decorated for the holidays are featured on the 2nd Annual Holiday Home Tour sponsored by the Santa Fe Woman's Club and Library Association. The tour, a fundraiser for the Woman's Club Scholarship Fund for local college women, is held on Saturday, Dec. 9, from 10
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Why do lawmakers favor banks and payday lenders? Follow the money

I'd like to pose some questions: Who thinks payday lending is a good idea? Who thinks payday lending online by foreign corporations is a good idea? Do you think payday lending should be regulated and controlled to stop unfair and deceptive practices against vulnerable consumers? I've been
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Buffini & Company Launches 2018 GameChangers™ Real Estate Event

This one-day workshop gives real estate professionals effective strategies and tactics for finding success in today's market. This year's theme, “Strategies to Win the Game of Real Estate,” will equip attendees to take control of their businesses, rise above their competition, and see immediate, dramatic
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The Chinese city hoping a global business forum will help transform its fortunes

Security checks at subway stations have been stepped up, walls repainted and even the paving stones have been dug up and replaced as part of the preparations for the biennial forum run by Fortune magazine that will bring a host of global business leaders to the city of 14 million people. The guests
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A Timeline of Michael Flynn's Role in the Russia Probe

How Trump's former national security adviser became caught up in special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation. By. David Glovin. @dglovin More stories by David Glovin. and. Erik Larson. @eelarson More stories by Erik Larson. December 1, 2017, 4:27 PM PST. Special counsel Robert Mueller's
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Sydney has become the bane of Australia's property market

Sydney has become the bane of Australia's property market

The nursery rhyme is for London Bridge, but Sydney's housing prices are falling down, falling down, falling down… and the city might drag Australia's property market down with it. The newest report from CoreLogic showed that Sydney's 1.3% fall over the past three months is the greatest decline over a
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Erie Bank names new commercial banking officer for Lake, Ashabula counties

David Zimmer, President of Erie Bank, recently announced that Justin R. Singer has been appointed to the position of commercial banking officer for the bank's Lake and Ashtabula County market areas. In this position, Singer will be a part of Erie Bank's commercial lending division in the Mentor,
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Moelis eyes KinCare as real estate arm prepares an aged-care fund

KinCare has no real estate assets, but Moelis has aged care on its agenda for its property operations. It raided the register of listed aged-care provider Japara Healthcare in October with a merger deal that valued the company at $530m. Many think Japara's rivals, Regis or Estia, could also soon be
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Palestine Monetary Authority held the Palestine International Banking Conference on Women …

Under the patronage and with the presence of Prime Minister Rami Hamdallah and with the participation of Governor of the Palestine Monetary Authority (PMA) Mr. Azzam Shawwa, the Palestine International Banking Conference 2017 inaugurated Monday morning in Jericho. Titled “Women Banking,”
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Former CBA CEO Norris ready to front banking royal commission

Sir Ralph, now chairman of Auckland-based construction group Fletcher Building, told The Australian over the weekend that he was aware a royal commission would be conducted after the major banks had called for a properly constituted inquiry to put an end to the uncertainty plaguing the sector.
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Does it really matter?

Saving one drop of water, turning off one light bulb — does it really matter? Consumption is easy, conserving is much harder. We all have hectic lives. Do small actions have any impact? One drop of water a second does not seem like much. But this seemingly little thing adds up. Per the USGS Water
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MS INTERNATIONAL plc (AIM:MSI): What You Have To Know Before Buying For The Upcoming …

Shares of MS INTERNATIONAL plc (AIM:MSI) will begin trading ex-dividend in 3 days. To qualify for the dividend check of £0.02 per share, investors must have owned the shares prior to 07 December 2017, which is the last day the company's management will finalize their list of shareholders to which
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2017 Fortune Global Forum

The Fortune Global Forum, one of the most important gatherings on business development worldwide, will open on December 6 in the southern Chinese city of Guangzhou. 2017-12-03 16:27 GMT+8. Win with China: Foreign banks opine 'China still one market we can't dismiss'. Foreign banks have long
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AGNC Investment Corp. (AGNC) Shares Sold by Zurcher Kantonalbank Zurich Cantonalbank

AGNC Investment logo Zurcher Kantonalbank Zurich Cantonalbank decreased its holdings in AGNC Investment Corp. (NASDAQ:AGNC) by 76.4% in the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned
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AGNC Investment Corp. (AGNC) Declares $0.18 Nov 17 Dividend

AGNC Investment logo AGNC Investment Corp. (NASDAQ:AGNC) announced a nov 17 dividend on Tuesday, November 14th, RTT News reports. Shareholders of record on Thursday, November 30th will be given a dividend of 0.18 per share by the real estate investment trust on Friday, December 8th.
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High prices haven't dampened demand in Manly

Even for a city as expensive as Sydney, the beach-side suburb of Manly boasts eye-popping prices. According to the Domain Group, the suburb has a median house price of $3.2m and a median unit price of $1.3m. This hasn't put a dent on demand, however, and Manly boasts a clearance rate of 80%.
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Reviewing Stonegate Mortgage (NYSE:SGM) & Its Competitors

Stonegate Mortgage (NYSE: SGM) is one of 27 publicly-traded companies in the “Consumer Lending” industry, but how does it weigh in compared to its competitors? We will compare Stonegate Mortgage to similar companies based on the strength of its analyst recommendations, valuation, dividends,
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Kurt Hill is SFAR president for 2018

Also last month, I talked about Realtors' children who grew up and took career paths other than real estate. Then there are those who followed in their parents' footsteps. Three of them will have even higher profiles in 2018, because they'll be members of the board of the Santa Fe Association of Realtors.
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How will the Royal Commission affect interest rates?

Turnbull's decision to greenlight the inquiry came after a series of scandals – including allegations of mortgage fraud, dodgy financial advice, and life insurance improprieties – ignited public anger and prompted all levels of government to ask Canberra to take action. Will the Royal Commission push
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Lower ceiling price of houses for foreigners

I believe the problem is self-created and could have been avoided with foresight and proper planning from the development planners. It takes time for a glut to appear in the housing market, it cannot happen overnight as planning, approval and construction takes time. In 2008, the price for foreigners to
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Investment banks boost intern programs to battle tech giants

Investment banks are pulling out the stops to woo the best and brightest Australian university students, as they fend off the increasing allure of technology giants. Internships are fiercely competitive in Australia because they are perceived as the best way to start in the investment banking sector and
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Reserve Bank likely to keep interest rate on hold for 2nd time in a row

The central bank had reduced the benchmark lending rate by 0.25 percentage points to 6 percent in August, bringing it to a 6-year low. Bankers and experts are of the view that the RBI for the second time in a row may key repo-rate or short term lending rate unchanged as inflation trajectory is likely to
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Nxp Semiconductors NV (NXPI) Market Valuation Rose While Hbk Investments LP Has Upped …

More interesting news about NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ:NXPI) were released by: Globenewswire.com and their article: “NXP Announces Community-Based Industrial Linux Distribution for Industry 4.0” published on November 28, 2017 as well as Bloomberg.com's news article titled:
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Private Business Loan Underwriter 3 (SBA Lending)

Job Description. Wells Fargo Small Business Administration Lending (WFSBA) has an opportunity for a talented, highly motivated, credit savvy professional for the position of Private/Business Loan Underwriter 3 located in our Escondido, California location. SBA Lending is part of the Business Banking
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Hbk Investments LP Position in Nxp Semiconductors NV (NXPI) Raised by $54.51 Million

More notable recent NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ:NXPI) news were published by: Finance.Yahoo.com which released: “Broadcom's $130 Billion Qualcomm Bid Threatens Elliott's NXP Play” on November 06, 2017, also Bloomberg.com with their article: “Qualcomm's NXP Fumble May Cost It the
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As Pfizer (PFE) Market Valuation Declined, Alpha Cubed Investments Cut Stake; Calamos Advisors …

As Pfizer (PFE) Market Valuation Declined, Alpha Cubed Investments Cut Stake; Calamos Advisors …

More notable recent The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE:GS) news were published by: Bloomberg.com which released: “Goldman Sachs Plots Conquest of Wall Street's CLO Machine” on November 16, 2017, also Bloomberg.com with their article: “Goldman Sachs Faces Doubts About Loss Rates at
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Sculptural beauties by Marie Christophe

When customers at The Love Apple ask about the simple and beautiful wire chandeliers hanging in the Taos restaurant's dining room, proprietress Jennifer Hart tells them about the Lisa Fontanarosa Collection. The chandeliers and many other original works by Marie Christophe of France are available
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Crédit Agricole's head hits out at Orange Bank

The head of France's largest retail bank has hit out at digital newcomer Orange Bank, dismissing its potential to disrupt the market. “The Orange Bank? Ah, I had trouble combining the two words,” said Philippe Brassac, chief executive of Crédit Agricole in an interview with the Financial Times. “It's not a
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Today SOFTBANK CORPORATION ORD (OTCMKTS:SFTBF) Reported Increase in Shorted Shares

(OTCMKTS:SFTBF) were released by: Reuters.com and their article: “SoftBank to invest up to $25 billion in Saudi Arabia: Bloomberg” published on November 15, 2017 as well as Reuters.com's news article titled: “Uber board strikes agreement to pave way for SoftBank investment” with publication date:
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UK's May Fighting Fires at Home as EU Brexit Deadline Looms

U.K. Prime Minister Theresa May is battling to put out multiple political fires at home as she prepares for a crucial meeting in Brussels that she hopes will end the deadlock in Brexit talks. Euro-skeptics including members of May's own Conservative party set out new “red lines” for the negotiations ahead
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Strong operating environment to support UAE banking sector

Dubai: The UAE's banking sector outlook for 2018 remain solid in the context of stable operating environment in the country, according Fitch Ratings. “The UAE operating environment remained solid in 2017, and this is expected to continue in 2018, due to its greater diversification [particularly Dubai]
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Is Buying Seachange International Incorporated (NASDAQ:SEAC) Here Good Idea?

Investors sentiment decreased to 1.22 in Q2 2017. Its down 0.16, from 1.38 in 2017Q1. It dived, as 8 investors sold SeaChange International, Inc. shares while 15 reduced holdings. 12 funds opened positions while 16 raised stakes. 21.24 million shares or 5.25% less from 22.42 million shares in 2017Q1
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The housing inventory crisis is keeping older millennials stuck with their parents

But older millennials, ages 25 to 34, are moving out of home at a slower rate. That's likely because more people in this group would rather buy than rent, but are increasingly unable to find affordable houses on sale. US home prices are rising at double the annual rate of appreciation in a “normal” market,
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Last bank in Stobswell to close

Customers and local business owners have reacted with dismay to news the last bank in Stobswell is to be shut down. Fears as to how the high street will be affected were at the forefront of every residents' mind, with local traders worried about the detrimental affect to passing trade, as well as the
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On being optimists

We believe optimism is integral to the real estate business. The continual drive to meet buyer and seller goals, with people ultimately moving forward thankful the transaction was accomplished on both sides, is paramount in how we as brokers handle our days, our communications, and our business.
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Sydney property price drop may be nothing to celebrate

The government's careful 'scalpel' surgery on the housing market may not be the reason for cooling prices, experts say. Sydney prices dropped 0.72 per cent between October and November, compounding on small monthly declines since September. Many had attributed this to the Australian Prudential
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Key to growth: Thief River Falls company, area communities say they are ready for major expansion

Trontvet said the company is in contact with various cities in northwest Minnesota that ask how they can build a housing market to attract workers for Digi-Key. Officials from various cities also have met with each other to plan for the growth, Holmer said. That includes research into housing studies,
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Wisconsin bank profits climb 13 percent in the third quarter

It's the second consecutive quarter that Wisconsin banks saw a higher percentage rise in earnings than the nationwide average. In the April-June quarter, banks across the state reported a 12.6 percent increase in net income while nationwide, aggregate bank profits for the quarter rose 10.7 percent over
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Welcome to hi-fi heaven

he sound of music pulses across Santa Fe's cultural landscape, from opera to lowrider subwoofers to the EDM beats of Meow Wolf's brand-new $35,000 KV2 audio system, so it's no surprise to find a rich vein of audiophile enthusiasm running through town. Vinyl fiends can browse the bins at The Good
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Getting in line with GPCD

The measurement GPCD or gallons per capita per day is important for the City's Water Conservation Program. Water purveyors in the state of New Mexico are required by the New Mexico Office of the State Engineer as a condition of approval on their water rights to complete the measurement annually.
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Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ) Shares Bought by Janus Henderson Group PLC

The firm owned 263,822 shares of the company's stock after buying an additional 62,189 shares during the period. Janus Henderson Group PLC's holdings in Mondelez International were worth $11,395,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. Several other hedge funds and other institutional
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Ellington Residential Mortgage REIT (EARN) Lowered to “Sell” at Zacks Investment Research

Deutsche Bank reduced their target price on shares of Ellington Residential Mortgage REIT from $14.50 to $14.00 and set a hold rating for the company in a research note on Wednesday, August 2nd. BidaskClub lowered shares of Ellington Residential Mortgage REIT from a sell rating to a strong sell
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Looking forward to the 2018 market

Median home prices are at an all-time high, hitting over $260,000 in May and down seasonally in September to $240,000. Pending sales, however, were down quite a bit in September. This decline in pending homes sales is due in part to the hike in overall home prices. From 2011 to 2017, the average
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Double digit loan growth possible next year, says HDFC Bank

The banking sector has the potential to touch double-digit loan growth next year as there are signs of corporate demand picking up and other credit avenues stabilising, a top official of HDFC Bank has said. After clocking just under 10 per cent growth for almost a year, credit expansion fell to under 5 per
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Cipher Capital LP Has $5.66 Million Position in Invesco Mortgage Capital Inc (IVR)

Invesco Mortgage Capital logo Cipher Capital LP increased its stake in Invesco Mortgage Capital Inc (NYSE:IVR) by 45.1% in the 3rd quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 330,514 shares of the real estate investment trust's
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Western Asset Mortgage Capital (WMC) Upgraded to Hold at Zacks Investment Research

Western Asset Mortgage Capital (WMC) Upgraded to Hold at Zacks Investment Research

Zacks Investment Research upgraded shares of Western Asset Mortgage Capital (NYSE:WMC) from a sell rating to a hold rating in a research note published on Tuesday. According to Zacks, “Western Asset Mortgage Capital Corporation is focused on investing in, financing and managing primarily
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Housing Market Review: Tax-Driven Angst Transforms Into Rally

The last Housing Market Review covered data reported in October, 2017 for September, 2017. At the time, I lamented having too small an exposure to home builders while the entire sector rallied nearly non-stop. I was counting on seasonal patterns to deliver at least one buyable dip ahead of the
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Commercial Bank bags prestigious award for cash management second year in a row

Commercial Bank yesterday announced that it has won the 'Best Cash Management Bank in Qatar' award at The Asian Banker Middle East & Africa Transaction Banking Awards 2017, adding to the same national award in 2016. The Asian Banker Transaction Banking Awards is one of the most
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Century Real Estate to raise Rs 1000 cr for commercial assets

Century Real Estate plans to develop 7 million sq ft of commercial projects in Bengaluru over 6 years and is in talks with private equity investors to raise Rs 1,000 crore. Bengaluru-based Century Real Estate Holdings has huge land bank of more than 3,000 acres in this IT city. “We have completed 2
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Financial Contrast: Starwood Property Trust (STWD) and CYS Investments (NYSE:CYS)

CYS Investments logo CYS Investments, Inc. is a specialty finance company. The Company's objective is to provide consistent returns to its investors through a combination of dividends and capital appreciation. It invests in agency residential mortgage-backed security (RMBS) collateralized by fixed rate
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Irvin E. Richter Sells 28195 Shares of Hill International Inc (HIL) Stock

Susquehanna International Group LLP grew its stake in shares of Hill International by 282.5% in the 2nd quarter. Susquehanna International Group LLP now owns 21,900 shares of the business services provider's stock valued at $114,000 after buying an additional 33,900 shares during the period.
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Business People: Oklahoma firms' hires and promotions

Thagard was promoted to senior vice president and department manager of the Private Banking/Mortgage Lending group. Thagard joined Quail Creek Bank in 2011, bringing 22 years prior experience in the private banking field. Crawford was promoted to assistant vice president and installment loan
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Yemeni Houthis Say They Fired Missile at Abu Dhabi Nuclear Plant

Yemen's Houthi rebels said they fired a ballistic missile at a nuclear power plant in Abu Dhabi, targeting a second member of the Arab coalition battling them. There was no independent confirmation of the claim, reported by the rebel-affiliated al-Masirah TV. The reported strike comes just weeks after the
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France's Griveaux Says Africans to Take Lead on Libya Migrants

African migrant woman and children wait at a detention centre on the outskirts of the Libyan capital Tripoli. Photographer: Taha Jawashi/AFP via Getty Images. African countries have to take the lead on rescuing migrants trapped in camps in Libya, French government spokesman Benjamin Griveaux said.
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Bank victims line up to be heard by royal commission

Timbercorp victims say they're still living with depression, anxiety and financial hardship almost a decade after the managed investment scheme went bust and they want the banking royal commission to hear their stories to help bring closure to their ordeal. “It's amazing the royal commission has come
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Career in mortgage advice recommended by professionals

As the 100,000th person passed the London Institute of Banking and Finance Certificate in Mortgage Advice and Practice (CeMAP), mortgage advisors recommend a career in the profession to young people. Despite the uncertainty in technology and the impact of Brexit, mortgage advisors remain
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Markston International Increased Jpmorgan Chase & Company (JPM) Position by $538447 …

More notable recent The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE:GS) news were published by: Businessinsider.com which released: “Goldman Sachs' new managing-director list is out — and it's the largest class …” on November 08, 2017, also Bloomberg.com with their article: “Goldman Sachs Faces
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These 4 Chinese Fintech Stocks Are Tanking After New Regulatory Crackdown On Online Lending

New regulations by the Chinese government direct local governments to halt approval of licenses to companies that provide online lending services, as well as forbidding these lenders to operate outside the province where they are registered. In the past, online lenders have faced scrutiny for providing
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Study Shows Millennials Favor Bitcoin Over Traditional Banking

Based on the survey conducted Blockchain Capital, 70% of the 10,000 millennials who were polled claimed that they are not content with the interest rates offered by banks and almost 65% said that their money is safer in Bitcoin because they personally control it. The survey also showed that nearly
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Holiday spending shows Americans are confident — whether they should be or not

With the stock market hitting record highs all year, plus a rising housing market and low unemployment, American shoppers gave the retail sector an early Christmas present this year — but some trend-watchers warned that this optimism could be contributing to financial instability. According to payments
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Housing market struggles with low inventory

However, one potential pitfall is found in the proliferation of real estate websites that dole out everything from types of houses up for sale to community profiles on crime and education. In the most general terms, the home values found on such sites can be woefully inaccurate, according to Sollars.
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Colonial gaining momentum at securing its PGA Tour future

Sources said the PGA Tour is scheduled to meet in December with another prospective contributing sponsor and a potential title sponsor. When a company is interested in sponsoring a PGA Tour event, it is not necessarily a particular competition that could be the lure, but rather the dates or other factors
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Housing Vancouver strategy: I want to believe in miracles

Who doesn't want to see 40 per cent of all new homes suitable for families? I for one look forward to the 12,000 social, supportive and non-profit co-op homes. And I'm certain the 20,000 new secure, long-term market-rental homes will be attractive, especially to young people. Not to mention the
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Mansion Global Daily: England's Slow Growth Future, Hong Kong's Second Home Prices, and More

Hong Kong's home price index rose 0.53% up to 342.4 in October, marking the 19th straight month of price growth for secondary homes. Growth was stronger for larger homes, with prices for properties between 753- and 1,075-square-feet increasing 0.89%. Prices are forecast to increase as much as
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Direct to Consumer Mortgage Loan Officer – East Providence, RI

Direct to Consumer Mortgage Development Officer. As a member of Santander's retail banking division you'll help serve Santander's retail and small business customers as part of one of the top banks in the United States based on deposits. With principal presence in the northeast U.S., Santander's retail
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RBI likely to keep interest rate on hold for 2nd time in a row

RBI likely to keep interest rate on hold for 2nd time in a row

The central bank had reduced the benchmark lending rate by 0.25 percentage points to 6 per cent in August, bringing it to a 6-year low. Bankers and experts are of the view that the RBI for the second time in a row may key repo-rate or short term lending rate unchanged as inflation trajectory is likely to
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Trez Capital Mortgage Investment Co. (TZZ) Director Buys C$85800.00 in Stock

Trez Capital Mortgage Investment logo Trez Capital Mortgage Investment Co. (TSE:TZZ) Director Zachary R. George purchased 20,000 shares of the firm's stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, November 29th. The stock was acquired at an average price of C$4.29 per share, for a total
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Rising Bend home prices lift manufactured homes, too

And it's a manufactured home. Manufactured homes are getting more attention in Central Oregon as a surging real estate market leaves behind many would-be buyers of traditional houses. Prices are up, and homes are spending less time on the market. The median price for homes like Laughlin's listing
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San Francisco advances toward launching a public bank

San Francisco could become the first city in the nation to launch a public bank. Supervisors Malia Cohen and Sandra Fewer are advancing the idea of establishing a municipal bank, which would end The City's use of profit-driven large national commercial banks for banking services. Their efforts have
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What a Jeremy Corbyn government would mean for your mortgage

Mortgage rates already show signs of rising following the Bank of England's November increase in Bank Rate from 0.25pc to 0.5pc. But if Corbyn were to take office the response of financial markets – in particular any impact on the value of sterling or British government bonds or “gilts” – is expected to
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2018 banking outlook: Accelerating the transformation

Learn ways that banks can build a path to long-term growth in 2018.
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New House bill would kill consumer watchdog payday loan rule

Bipartisan cosponsors of the House bill say the rule, which the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau finalized in October, limits consumer access to short-term loans. The CFPB's controversial rule would require lenders to make sure borrowers can afford to pay back their loans. The resolution comes
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How to Pay Off Your Mortgage Early, but Why It Might Not Be Wise

That bill for your home loan arrives like clockwork every month, so it only makes sense for you to devise a fast and furious plan to pay it off altogether. Imagine the freedom! Because the sooner you can pay off your mortgage, the easier it should be to handle the other bills that come with being a grown-up
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Letter: Some don't mind payouts when it helps big corporations

The above examples don't include federal bailouts of Wall Street and investment banks regarded as “too big to fail,” and Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac that were sold fraudulent mortgages repackaged and bundled as mortgage backed securities by some banks. Worse still, citizens were forced to pay
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Best buying stocks for today's market share: Huaneng Power International, Inc. (HNP)

The market cap of 12.77B for Huaneng Power International, Inc. in today's market indicated its current strength, making the company's shares a lucrative one. The company's existing price is $25.55 with a change in volume of 76,119.00. Huaneng Power International, Inc.'s target price was set to $24.75
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Insider Buying: Bridge Bancorp, Inc. (BDGE) Major Shareholder Buys 109633 Shares of Stock

Bridge Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ:BDGE) major shareholder Basswood Capital Management, L acquired 109,633 shares of Bridge Bancorp stock in a … The Bank's operations include its real estate investment trust subsidiary, Bridgehampton Community, Inc (BCI), a financial title insurance subsidiary,
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Magna International, Inc. (NYSE:MGA) Position Lifted by Renaissance Group LLC

Benson Investment Management Company Inc. raised its stake in shares of Magna International by 4.0% during the second quarter. Benson Investment Management Company Inc. now owns 54,440 shares of the company's stock worth $2,522,000 after buying an additional 2,095 shares during the last
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CNA Financial Corp Raises Position in Enova International, Inc. (NYSE:ENVA)

CNA Financial Corp lifted its holdings in shares of Enova International, Inc. (NYSE:ENVA) by 31.4% in the 3rd quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 34,457 shares of the credit services provider's stock after buying
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Falling Sydney prices drive slowdown in Aussie property

With housing values falling, an erosion of consumer confidence could “have a flow-on effect for other sectors of the economy,” Mr Tim Lawless, the head of Australian research at CoreLogic, said in a statement. The housing market is unlikely to be thrown a lifeline via interest-rate cuts as happened in the
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2017 HW Vanguard: Kyle Kamrooz

An experienced real estate finance and technology executive, Cloudvirga Co-founder Kyle Kamrooz has experience spanning all areas of residential mortgage lending, from wholesale to retail and from direct-to-consumer to correspondent lending. He also has more than six years' experience in fintech,
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American Airlines, Pilots Agree on Solution to Staff December Flights

American Airlines Group Inc. and its pilots union reached an agreement that will allow the carrier to avoid canceling flights during the holiday travel season after it allowed too many aviators to take vacation by mistake. The carrier and the Allied Pilots Association didn't immediately disclose details of their
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December 2017 Housing Market Perspectives

Is Homeownership Bad for Wealth Accumulation? William R. Emmons. Learn why homeownership should comprise a limited share of a family's total assets—even after the recovery in house prices. Housing Market Perspectives cover. Is Homeownership Bad for Wealth Accumulation? Subscribe.
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Mettler-Toledo International, Inc. (MTD) Position Lowered by DekaBank Deutsche Girozentrale

California Public Employees Retirement System boosted its holdings in shares of Mettler-Toledo International by 2.0% in the 2nd quarter. California Public Employees Retirement System now owns 71,000 shares of the medical instruments supplier's stock valued at $41,786,000 after buying an
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Mantech International's (MANT) “Buy” Rating Reaffirmed at Cowen

Cowen restated their buy rating on shares of Mantech International (NASDAQ:MANT) in a research report sent to investors on Thursday morning. Cowen currently has a $54.00 price target on the technology company's stock. Several other brokerages have also commented on MANT. Loop Capital lifted
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Money-making stocks that will influence your buying rate: Mondelez International, Inc. (NASDAQ …

Mondelez International, Inc., MDLZ from Consumer Goods exhibited a market capitalization of 64.44B. Companies having a market cap of $10 billion or more are typically considered as the major players of the market. With today's market cap for Mondelez International, Inc., traders can easily name it as
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CACI International, Inc. (NYSE:CACI) Director Sells $11288.55 in Stock

CACI International, Inc. (NYSE:CACI) Director Sells $11288.55 in Stock

State Street Corp boosted its stake in CACI International by 3.6% during the second quarter. State Street Corp now owns 601,924 shares of the information technology services provider's stock worth $75,282,000 after buying an additional 21,125 shares during the last quarter. Bank of New York Mellon
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Head-To-Head Review: Two Harbors Investments (TWO) & ARMOUR Residential REIT (ARR)

The Company is focused on investing in, financing and managing residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS), mortgage servicing rights (MSR), commercial real estate and other financial assets (collectively known as target assets). Its investment objective is to provide attractive risk-adjusted total
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Investors led by LR attorney buy Rahling Road retail center

Davidson and fellow investors in Varr West purchased the property, at 25-27 Rahling Circle, from Deltic Timber Corp. of El Dorado, the primary developer of Chenal Valley in west Little Rock. Deltic bought the property in 1998 for $129,000 and developed the site. The lots are part of what is now known
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Vanessa Nicolson: Family fortunes are kind . . . and cruel

Inheriting a fortune aged 21 was a “bittersweet” experience for Vanessa Nicolson, who was devastated by the loss of her father, Ben Nicolson, the art historian and collector. He was the son of Harold Nicolson and Vita Sackville-West, the poet and long-term lover of Virginia Woolf. The family owned
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Building assets for stable lives

Because it works with dozens of government and nonprofit agencies, NEDCO is able to identify and fill gaps in the local housing market. A year ago, for instance, NEDCO partnered with the HIV Alliance of Lane County to open a four-unit apartment complex for tenants who are HIV-positive. Another gap
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The source of that organic coffee, beef and pancake mix you're buying? Louisiana, naturally

Madary said International Coffee Co. began buying Fair Trade organics seven or eight years ago and Fair Trade now accounts for most of its organic sales. Organics also make up about 10 percent of sales at Owen Biosciences, a Baton Rouge-based maker of topical skin care products and the raw
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Guangzhou ready to welcome 1000 to global forum

Around 1,000 government officials and senior business executives will attend the 2017 Fortune Global Forum, which will open Wednesday in this Guangdong provincial capital. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Apple CEO Tim Cook, Chairman and CEO of Tencent Holdings Ma Huateng, Alibaba
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Semiconductor Manufacturing International (NYSE:SMI) Stock Rating Lowered by Bank of America

Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation logo Bank of America lowered shares of Semiconductor Manufacturing International (NYSE:SMI) from a buy rating to an underperform rating in a research report report published on Wednesday, November 15th, The Fly reports. SMI has been the
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How a simple banking mistake may have cost this Gateshead couple £20000

Enter your postcode to see news and information near you Community updates, Crime Statistics, Local News & Events and much more… We are part of the Trust Project. Mark Leighton and partner Laura Maddison from Gateshead who are in dispute with Santander and Barclays (Image: Newcastle
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Paola Subacchi Acquires 430 Shares of Scottish Mortgage (LON:SMT) Stock

Scottish Mortgage logo Scottish Mortgage (LON:SMT) insider Paola Subacchi bought 430 shares of Scottish Mortgage stock in a transaction on Tuesday, November 21st. The stock was acquired at an average price of GBX 462 ($6.19) per share, for a total transaction of £1,986.60 ($2,660.51).
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Legacy of 1997 Asian financial crisis pushes young people into public sector

A general climate of growing uncertainty about future income has led to a trend of reduced consumption and increased savings, experts said. The anxieties are also apparent in real estate investment trends. “Choi Min-su,” a 43-year-old department chief at a large corporation, went into debt last May
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Siskin offers free resources to the community through "Lending Library"

Siskin Children's Institute is opening up one of its resources to the public for free. The Lending Library offers thousands of items to parents with kids
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Banking royal commission: Two weeks that forced Malcolm Turnbull's hand

It took two weeks from the time Barry O'Sullivan threatened to legislate for a commission of inquiry into the banks for the government to capitulate and call a royal commission. It was the day the results of the same-sex marriage survey was announced. O'Sullivan, the gruff former Queensland detective,
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How Wilmington's Best Egg became a leader in personal lending

How Wilmington's Best Egg became a leader in personal lending. LendingTree users recently rated Best Egg No. 1 in personal lending, building
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Taylor Morrison Home (TMHC) & Ryland Group (NYSE:RYL) Head-To-Head Analysis

2.4% of Taylor Morrison Home shares are owned by company insiders. … and closing settlement services through its title company, Inspired Title.
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Zacks: Brokerages Anticipate Science Applications International Corp (SAIC) Will Post Quarterly …

Zacks Investment Research downgraded shares of Science Applications International from a “hold” rating to a “sell” rating in a report on Wednesday, August 16th. Seaport Global Securities reiterated a “buy” rating and issued a $80.00 price objective (down from $83.00) on shares of Science Applications
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Fortune Brands Home & Security (NYSE:FBHS) Price Target Lowered to $74.00 at Royal Bank Of …

Fortune Brands Home & Security logo Fortune Brands Home & Security (NYSE:FBHS) had its target price reduced by research analysts at Royal Bank Of Canada from $78.00 to $74.00 in a research note issued on Monday, November 13th, MarketBeat.com reports. The brokerage currently has an
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WESCO International (WCC) Lifted to Buy at ValuEngine

WESCO International (NYSE:WCC) was upgraded by equities research analysts at ValuEngine from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating in a note issued to investors on Friday. A number of other equities analysts have also recently issued reports on the company. Robert W. Baird restated a “hold” rating and
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Mortgage Bankruptcy Specialist

Job Description. The Opportunity: This position is an integral role within our Mortgage Bankruptcy team that will assist in review of day to day functions including the monthly monitoring of an assigned bankruptcy portfolio ensuring that all appropriate actions are being taken timely. Incumbent is
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Casa Real Estate Introduces Conscious Capitalism to the Business of Real Estate

When I was 18, I knew I wanted to get into real estate. When I graduated (from college), it was 2008, and the market was pretty much the worst it has ever been; but eventually (in 2011), I got in. Nick had a path of working on his MBA and his Juris Doctorate and then went into luxury retail. He worked his
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Investors Real Estate Trust (NYSE:IRET) Upgraded to Buy at Zacks Investment Research

Investors Real Estate Trust (NYSE:IRET) Upgraded to Buy at Zacks Investment Research

Investors Real Estate Trust logo Zacks Investment Research upgraded shares of Investors Real Estate Trust (NYSE:IRET) from a hold rating to a buy rating in a report released on Wednesday, November 15th. Zacks Investment Research currently has $6.50 target price on the real estate investment trust's
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Butte Opportunity Bank of Montana announces promotions

Mark O'Neill has been promoted to senior vice president, chief lending officer. O'Neill brings over 20 years of experience in banking and lending to the position. He has a management and leadership background and recently served as market president at the bank's Butte branch. O'Neill has a Bachelor
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Banking | BB&T Wealth

The BB&T Vantage Suite of Services gives you access to premium and exclusive banking services.
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Residential real estate transfers, Dec. 3

Riley, Ashley B. and Lawrence D. to Friedman, Cortnie L. and Brandon N., 14920 Grebe St., $207,000. Thorngren, Bradley and Wilson, Rebecca to Willis, Kyle N., 15305 Davidson St., $152,000. Henry, Josh P. and Lori A. to King, Judy, 15318 Whitmore St., $175,000. Richland Homes LLC to Weathers,
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Harry Redknapp 'could make 30 people homeless' with plan for posh apartments that will 'make …

Former Premier League boss Harry Redknapp has been accused of risking making 30 people homeless by planning to turn a former hotel into “posher” apartments. Critics claim the former Spurs, West Ham and Portsmouth manager stands to “make a fortune” from the 21 flats and three mews houses in
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5026 Shares in Crown Castle International Corp. (REIT) (CCI) Acquired by Timber Hill LLC

Vanguard Group Inc. raised its holdings in shares of Crown Castle International by 3.8% during the 2nd quarter. Vanguard Group Inc. now owns 24,372,787 shares of the real estate investment trust's stock worth $2,441,666,000 after buying an additional 891,908 shares in the last quarter. BlackRock Inc.
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Letters on progress in Hallsville, a welcome statement, forgiveness

We have new companies moving into our city to give us a wide variety of things we need in our everyday lives. We are self-contained with a hardware store, grocery store, pharmacy, real estate broker and title company. Hallsville now has the East Texas Professional Credit Union, as well as two banks,
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More Coloradans moving out as population growth brings traffic headaches, higher home prices

Colorado's red-hot population growth rate is cooling, and while current residents may celebrate, those who are leaving in increasing numbers say they were driven away by rising housing prices, jobs that don't pay enough and traffic jams. The state in 2016 saw its first drop this decade in the number of
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McDermott International (NYSE:MDR) Cut to Buy at ValuEngine

ValuEngine lowered shares of McDermott International (NYSE:MDR) from a strong-buy rating to a buy rating in a report released on Wednesday, November 15th. MDR has been the topic of a number of other reports. KeyCorp reissued a hold rating on shares of McDermott International in a research note
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Positive Ichimoku Levels For Suntec Real Estate (SURVF) Indicate Upward Momentum

The 14-day ADX for Suntec Real Estate (SURVF) is currently at 22.45. In general, and ADX value from 0-25 would represent an absent or weak trend. A value of 25-50 would support a strong trend. A value of 50-75 would signify a very strong trend, and a value of 75-100 would point to an extremely
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Egyptian Presidential Hopeful Leaves Exile to Uncertain Fate

A former Egyptian prime minister who declared his intention to run in next year's presidential elections has returned from exile in the United Arab Emirates to an uncertain fate, his whereabouts unknown hours after his plane arrived in Cairo. Ahmed Shafiq, a former air force fighter pilot who fled after
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US House Republicans Prepare Contempt Action Against FBI, DOJ

U.S. House Republicans said Saturday they are drafting a contempt of Congress resolution against Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein and FBI Director Christopher Wray, claiming stonewalling in producing material in the Russia-Trump probes and other matters. “Unless all our outstanding
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Agric sector, others to attract N1.8tn investments from NIRSAL

The Nigeria Incentives Risk-based Sharing for Agricultural Lending is working at mobilising a total investment of $6bn (N1.83tn) annually into the agricultural value chain as well as other sectors of the economy. The Managing Director, NIRSAL, Mr Aliyu Abdulhameed, said this in Abuja on the sidelines
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Somewhat Positive Press Coverage Somewhat Unlikely to Impact TPG Specialty Lending (TSLX …

TPG Specialty Lending logo Media stories about TPG Specialty Lending (NYSE:TSLX) have been trending somewhat positive this week, Accern Sentiment reports. Accern identifies negative and positive press coverage by reviewing more than twenty million blog and news sources in real-time. Accern
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Urban America Just Got A Trove Of New Real Estate Data

Christmas has come early in 2017. That is the case, at least, for those who like real estate and land-use data, which could include homebuilders and
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Precocity Capital LP Acquires 400000 Shares of Weatherford International PLC (WFT)

Vanguard Group Inc. lifted its position in shares of Weatherford International by 1.5% during the 2nd quarter. Vanguard Group Inc. now owns 83,499,841 shares of the oil and gas company's stock worth $323,144,000 after buying an additional 1,203,292 shares in the last quarter. Harris Associates L P
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PM faces penalty rates attack following announcement of banking royal commission

As the Prime Minister and the Treasurer yesterday begrudgingly announced a banking blowtorch would report to the Government in the lead-up to the next election, Labor tacticians war-gamed plans to hijack a Government Bill in a bid to undo penalty rates and entice rogue MP George Christensen to
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Eastern Cape Backs Ramaphosa to Lead South Africa's ANC

South African Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa won the backing of a third province in the battle to succeed President Jacob Zuma as leader of the ruling party next month, extending his early lead in the nomination process. Ramaphosa was endorsed for the African National Congress presidency by
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Harbor Group buys $1.8B multifamily portfolio

The latter loan was provided with Freddie Mac backing. The portfolio includes rental properties in the Washington. D.C., Philadelphia, Baltimore, Chicago and Boston areas. When reached for comment, Harbor Group's CEO Jordan Slone said the largest groupings of units, which he said consist entirely
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Foreign ownership ban will affect New Zealanders too

Foreign ownership ban will affect New Zealanders too

Last week, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand loosened its grip on bank lending, making it a little easier for low deposit house buyers. Acting Reserve Bank Governor Grant Spencer said, “LVR (Loan Value Ratio) policies have been in place since 2013 to address financial stability risks arising from rapid
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Lloyds Banking Group plc (LLOY) Insider Buys £3189.78 in Stock

Lloyds Banking Group logo Lloyds Banking Group plc (LON:LLOY) insider Antonio Horta-Osorio bought 4,833 shares of Lloyds Banking Group stock in a transaction on Thursday, November 16th. The stock was acquired at an average price of GBX 66 ($0.88) per share, for a total transaction of £3,189.78
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Yankees' Cashman calls for Ohtani from the top of a New York building

GM calls New York 'the stage for all the great players in the world to play on.' Yankees GM Brian Cashman can't offer a fortune for Shohei Ohtani, at least not by Yankees standards, but he can offer flattery. (BEN SOLOMON / The New York Times). By Anthony RieberNewsday. Sat., Dec. 2, 2017.
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International Banking

Whether you're relocating, retiring, studying or working abroad, or simply need a bank account in a different country to help you facilitate your overseas financial commitments, HSBC may be able help you meet your banking needs with our global support. The HSBC International Banking Center
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Berks County real estate transactions for Dec. 3, 2017

The Phyllis R. Skiffington estate to Lorne R. Munroe, Fancy Hill Road parcel. Matthew C. Hartman and Debra S. Hartman to Robert H. Reid and Zina R. Smith-Reid, 195 Water St., $515,000. Jeffrey S. Lapish and Lori J. Lapish to Tyler Gheer and Brittany Lazer, 208 Toll House Road and Tollhouse Road
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Parametric Portfolio Associates LLC Sells 28612 Shares of Arlington Asset Investment Corp (AI)

Arlington Asset Investment logo Parametric Portfolio Associates LLC trimmed its stake in Arlington Asset Investment Corp (NYSE:AI) by 26.0% in the second quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund owned 81,372 shares of the
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Financial Contrast: DelMar Pharmaceuticals (DMPI) and Javelin Mortgage Investment (NYSE:JMI)

DelMar Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: DMPI) and Javelin Mortgage Investment (NYSE:JMI) are both small-cap medical companies, but which is the superior business? We will compare the two businesses based on the strength of their profitability, dividends, institutional ownership, analyst
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Disney Re-Engages in Talks to Buy 21st Century Fox Assets

… Century Fox FOX 1.03% to purchase some of the media giant's assets, and Comcast Corp. CMCSA 2.37% remains in the mix, with deal talks gaining momentum, according to people familiar with the situation. The talks center on the Twentieth Century Fox movie and TV studio, international assets such
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VP of Commercial Lending

Title : VP of Commercial Lending Location: Southern Fairfield County PURPOSE: Develops and maintains a commercial loan portfolio to promote bank growth and profitability. KEY RESULTS AREAS : Regulatory compliance Customer retention and satisfaction Growth of commercial loan portfolio while
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Real estate transactions for Sunday, Dec. 3, 2017

Whitaker, Richard, estate, Bettendorf, to Chung, Ngo, Moline; 3705 15th Ave., Moline; $65,000. Weindruch, David M. and Lindsay A., LeClaire, to Wildermuth, Sheila, trust, Hampton; 17 Lighthouse Lane, Hampton; $185,000. McNaught, Eldon L., Pharr, Texas, to Jacobson, Barbara A., Hampton; 843 1st
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Insider Buying: Martinrea International Inc (MRE) Insider Acquires C$91927.00 in Stock

Martinrea International logo Martinrea International Inc (TSE:MRE) insider Armando Pagliari bought 6,100 shares of the firm's stock in a transaction on Wednesday, November 29th. The stock was acquired at an average cost of C$15.07 per share, for a total transaction of C$91,927.00. Martinrea
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Three Important Risk Metrics For Pinnacle Financial Partners Inc (PNFP) You Should Know

Pinnacle Financial Partners is considered to be in a good financial shape if it does not engage in overly risky lending practices. So what constitutes as overly risky? Generally, loans that are “bad” and cannot be recovered by the bank should make up less than 3% of its total loans. When these loans are
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Real estate transfers Sept. 25-29

Amy M. and Dale L. Austin, residence at 730 S. 11th, to Rosie A. Whitehead and Timothy P. Williams. Quipco Properties Inc., building at 2801 Wismann Ln., to Hilbro Properties LLC Wismann Lane Series. Quipco Properties Inc., building at 2706 Elm, to Hilbro Properties LLC Elm Street Series.
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National housing strategy fails to go deep enough on root of ills

A housing strategy that genuinely tackles the root causes of affordability would address two issues. First, it would disincentivize and penalize speculation in the housing market, as demonstrated by the recent interventions by provincial governments in B.C and Ontario aimed at foreign investors.
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November Economic Review

Monetary conditions are conducive to growth and the financial system is stable. Lending rates currently hover at low levels after declining over the year while time deposit rates have increased relative to the same period last year. Domestic credit slowed further in the review period owing to a deceleration
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LegacyTexas Financial Group (LTXB) Downgraded to Hold at Zacks Investment Research

According to Zacks, “LegacyTexas Financial Group, Inc. is a bank holding company. The company's holdings include LegacyTexas Bank. The Bank offers commercial, small business, and consumer deposit and lending products, title and insurance services through its bank subsidiaries, LegacyTexas
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In Real Estate's Next Act, Blockchain Threatens to Take Center Stage

Today, real estate professionals from brokers to bankers and lawyers to title … said Felice Shapiro, the chief underwriter at AmTrust Title Insurance.
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Senate GOP's Tax 'Trigger' Draws Scorn From Economists

After calling the trigger “impractical, unreasonable and unnecessary” on Tuesday, he told Bloomberg that “while inclusion of a trigger would be regrettable and could diminish the bill's positive growth effects, that is still preferable to failing to reform our uncompetitive tax code.” Senate Republican leaders
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Original plans for WWE SmackDown Women's Title revealed

Original plans for WWE SmackDown Women's Title revealed … Flair and the Women's Title before the sports entertainment company decided to bring
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PwC Charge: Asset Managers are Digital Tech 'Laggards'

“We anticipate soaring growth in real assets – mainly infrastructure and to a lesser extent real estate.” PwC anticipates a 27.5% per annum growth rate in infrastructure through 2020, slowing to 15% in the five years after that. People in Latin America, Asia, and Africa are migrating to cities, creating an
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