I was recently scanning some performance databases of various trading systems and CTAs and noticed that almost all the tracking services have some form of a "hot list". These were usually a list of the best performing systems or CTAs over a given period. The typical time frames for measuring performance were usually 30 days, 90 days and a year. These lists are of interest to many viewers because they are consistently reported by all...more
At the top of the market, appearances matter, a lot. The interiors are expensive, and only the very best quality flooring is used, and kept in immaculate condition. In fact, they look so good that people often wonder how they do it. Jewelers, boutiques, high finance and other upmarket businesses always seem to look like they're still in mint condition. Even when they've been in the place for years, floor polishing always gleams, carpets always...more
An option contract is an agreement wherein the owner has the right to buy or sell a security or an asset at a particular price on a fixed date in the future. It is called an option because the owner of the contract is not committed to carry out the obligation of the contract if he or she feels that it is disadvantageous.There are two types of options contracts: call options and put options.Call Options In simple terms, call options give the owner the right to buy the underlying asset in the contract. Again, it is not an obligation.For example, John and Tom agreed on a call options contract wherein John will buy from Tom, 100 shares (equivalent to one option) of Company A at $20 (strike price) what will expire on the third Friday of April. The current price of the share is $20.At the expiry date (also called maturity date), the share price of Company A remains at $25. John can then exercise his right to buy the share for $20 and thus, yielding $5. Meanwhile, if the share price goes down to $22, John can still earn $2 by simply exercising his rights as stated in the contract. In whichever way, any amount higher than the strike price at the end of the contract will become the profit...more
Western GeoPower Corp. (WGP) is an independent renewable energy development company. It is principally engaged in the development of geothermal energy projects which deliver clean, baseload electricity generation. The companys main projects under development include the South Meager Geothermal Project located in British Columbia, Canada and the...more
KANEKA CORPORATION (Kaneka) is engaged in manufacturing and selling chemicals, solar photovoltaic (PV) cells, polymers, biotechnology and electronic products. Its key products include solar cells, chemicals, plastics, EPS resins, foodstuffs, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, electrical and electronic materials and synthetic fibers. The company's...more
Iberdrola Renovables, S.A. (Iberdrola Renovables) is engaged in power generation activities utilizing various renewable energy sources. The companys activities involve development, construction, and operation of clean energy based power plants, as well as supply of electricity produced at these plants. The company is presently focused on energy sources that include wind energy, solar photovoltaic energy, and hydro-electric energy. Additionally, the company has started to develop other power generation technologies based on biomass energy and tidal energy. The company is headquartered in Valencia, Spain. Iberdrola Renovables is a member of the group of companies headed by Iberdrola, S.A.Iberdrola Renovables, S.A. Key Recent DevelopmentsMay 18, 2010: European Union Presents Twenties ProjectApr 26, 2010: Iberdrola Renovables Names Javier Snchez-Ramade Moreno As Vice Chairman And Appoints Two New DirectorsApr 20, 2010: Iberdrola Renovables Acquires Rights To Develop 1,500MW Wind Project In RomaniaApr 19, 2010: Iberdrola Renovables Acquires Rights From Transelectrica To Develop 1,500MW Wind Power In RomaniaApr 19, 2010: Renovalia Energy Signs Agreement With Iberdrola Renovables To Test...more
GDF SUEZ (GDF Suez) is a European energy company, engaged in the fields of electricity generation and distribution, natural gas and renewable energy. The company is present across the entire energy value chain, in electricity and natural gas, from...more
Juhl Wind, Inc. (Juhl Wind) is principally engaged in wind power development and management of medium-to-large scale community wind farms. It provides various integrated wind farm development solutions ranging from construction and ownership to...more
Entegra Limited (Entegra) is an independent integrated renewable energy company. The company is engaged in designing, development, installation and constructions of renewable energy power plants namely. Currently, the company is generating...more
Ascendant Group Limited (Ascendant) formerly known as BELCO Holdings Limited, is a publicly-traded investment holding company of Bermuda. It is the parent company for Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited, Bermuda Gas & Utility Company Limited,...more
Det norske oljeselskap ASA (DETNOR) - Financial and Strategic Analysis ReviewDet norske oljeselskap ASA (Det norske) is an independent upstream energy company. It is engaged in the exploration, development and production of the petroleum resources...more
As the Great Recession deepens, all around the United States, many real estate owners who are able to make their monthly mortgage payments are choosing not to. Instead, they are just walking away from their real estate and allowing their mortgage...more