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Copernican International Financial Split Corp. Announces Quarterly Distribution

TORONTO, ONTARIO — (Marketwire) — 09/20/10 — Copernican International Financial Split Corp. (TSX: CIR) (TSX: CIR.PR.A) (the “Corporation”) today announced that a quarterly cash distribution in the amount of $0.12500 per Preferred Share of the Corporation will be paid on October 13, 2010 to Preferred shareholders of record as of September 30, 2010. A shareholder that has continually held shares since inception will have received a total of $0.63124 per Class A Share and $1.76667 per Preferred Share respectively as of payment date. Contacts: Manulife Customer Service 1-888-333-3240

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FASB Discussion Paper Seeks Input on Improving the Financial Reporting for Insurance Contracts

The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued a Discussion Paper today to solicit broad-based input on how to improve, simplify, and converge the financial reporting requirements for insurance contracts. The Discussion Paper is part of the FASB’s joint project with the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB). In June 2010, the IASB issued an Exposure Draft (ED) of a proposed international financial reporting standard that would apply to all insurance contracts written by both insurance companies and noninsurance companies.

No Win, No Fee from Fentons

Often one of the main concerns on a victim’s mind is how they might pursue a compensation claim without the financial means to back themselves. Solicitors, barristers, court time and paperwork all cost a considerable amount of money, and with emotional and physical trauma already experienced though injury, many individuals feel that pursing legal action is simply too daunting. However, with an extensive background in personal injury claims, and a no win, no fee structure, Fentons are the ideal firm to take on such claims for you. With all of their solicitors being members of the Association of Personal

The Folly of Quantitative Easing

Not a day passes without “quantitative easing” being spoken or written about but what exactly is it and why is it so important? With the help of analysts at investment boutique, “Deltacontinental”, we aim to shed some light on this rather innocuous term that stirs such heated debate in financial and political circles and, by all accounts, represents the biggest gamble our leaders have taken with our financial futures. Firstly, let’s examine why, according to central banks like the Federal Reserve or the Bank of England, quantitative easing is even necessary. Since the onset of the global recession, governments have

CNA Completes Transfer of Asbestos and Environmental Pollution Liabilities to National Indemnity Company

CNA Financial Corporation (NYSE: CNA) announced today the completion of the previously disclosed transfer of legacy asbestos and environmental pollution liabilities to National Indemnity Company (NICO), a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. The transfer is consistent with the terms announced on July 15, 2010. “We are pleased to have completed this important transaction with a company of the stature of National Indemnity,” said Thomas F. Motamed, chairman and chief executive officer, CNA. “Overall, the transaction fully meets our objectives – effectively eliminating asbestos and pollution reserve risk, and legacy reinsurer dispute and credit risk; enhancing our capital flexibility; and sharpening our

Devgen reports 2010 Half Year Results

Regulated information GHENT, Belgium, 25 August 2010 – Devgen nv [Euronext Brussels: DEVG], announced today its results for the six month period ending 30 June 2010, which have been prepared in accordance with the IAS 34 'Interim Financial Reporting'. Financial highlights +———————————+—————+——————-+ | € million | H1 2010 | H1 2009 | +———————————+—————+——————-+ | Revenues

A.M. Best Revises Outlook to Negative for Farmers Mutual Fire Insurance Company

A.M. Best Co. has revised the outlook to negative from stable and affirmed the financial strength rating of A- (Excellent) and issuer credit rating of “a-” of Farmers Mutual Fire Insurance Company (Farmers) (Okarche, OK). The negative outlook reflects Farmers’ weak underwriting and operating earnings due to an increased frequency and severity of catastrophe losses in its operating territory and above average operating expenses

The Briscoe Law Firm, PLLC and Powers Taylor, LLP Investigate Possible Breaches of Fiduciary Duties Concerning the Merger and ..

The Briscoe Law Firm, PLLC, founded by a former state prosecutor and enforcement attorney for the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, and the law firm of Powers Taylor, LLP are investigating potential legal claims against the Board of Directors of NewAlliance Bancshares, Inc. (“NAL” or “Company”) (NYSE: NAL) related to the proposed acquisition of NewAlliance Bancshares by First Niagara Financial Group, Inc. (“First Niagara”). The agreement involves a cash transaction valued at approximately $1.5 billion, under which NAL shareholders will receive either $14.09 in cash or 1.10 shares of First Niagara for each share of NAL common stock they hold.

DNO Q2 2010: Increased production volumes and satisfactory results

DNO International ASA achieved an EBITDA of NOK 171 million from total sales of NOK 285 million in the second quarter of 2010. Both sales and EBITDA were up by 10 per cent from Q1 to Q2. The improved results are mainly related to increased production. “We are satisfied with the financial results from our operations in the second quarter. The higher oil production and improved cash flow from operations enable us to plan for new project developments and increase exploration drilling going forward”, says Managing Director Helge Eide.

Minnesota Movers to Benefit from Real Estate Market Growth

Positive news that the Minnesota real estate market is set to improve will impact positively on Minnesota Movers(www.barrettmoving.com). The moving business like most business took a hit when the financial crisis hit the US real estate market. The recent expiration of Home Buyers Tax Credit means that the real estate market is facing a positive turn around, at least according to many realtors. “Minnesota’s residential real estate market is showing some very promising signs a few months after expiration of the Federal Home Buyer Tax Credit,” said Michael Hoffman, president of the Minnesota Association of Realtors. “ House sales figures for the Month

New market study, "Sets/kits – Israel", has been published

During 2009 the main story within sets/kits within Israel was the stronger growth of mass sets/kits in comparison to premium sets/kits due to the financial recession. During 2009 many Israeli consumers began to reduce premium luxury purchases and preferred to purchase cheaper mass brands. Euromonitor International’s Sets/Kits Products in Israel report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the market at a national level.

New Market Research Report: VION N.V. – SWOT Analysis

Datamonitor’s VION N.V. – SWOT Analysis company profile is the essential source for top-level company data and information. VION N.V.

Recently released market study: EADS N.V. – SWOT Analysis

Datamonitor’s EADS N.V. – SWOT Analysis company profile is the essential source for top-level company data and information. EADS N.V. – SWOT Analysis examines the company’s key business structure and operations, history and products, and provides summary analysis of its key revenue lines and strategy. European Aeronautic Defense and Space Company (EADS), is a provider of aerospace, defense and related services.

New market study, "The Clorox Company – SWOT Analysis", has been published

Datamonitor’s The Clorox Company – SWOT Analysis company profile is the essential source for top-level company data and information. The Clorox Company – SWOT Analysis examines the company’s key business structure and operations, history and products, and provides summary analysis of its key revenue lines and strategy. The Clorox Company (Clorox or “the company”) is engaged in the manufacture and marketing of non-durable household consumer products. The company primarily operates in the US. It is headquartered in Oakland, California and employs 8,300 people.

New market study, "W. R. Grace & Co – SWOT Analysis", has been published

Datamonitor’s W. R. Grace & Co – SWOT Analysis company profile is the essential source for top-level company data and information.

Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Tyson Foods, Citigroup, PNC Financial Services Group, Autodesk and Bank of America

Zacks.com Analyst Blog features: Tyson Foods Inc. (NYSE: TSN : http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.zacks.com%2Fstock%2Fquote%2Ftsn&esheet=6392336&lan=en-US&anchor=TSN&index=2&md5=309e4499bce331030e368f6b5520fef1 ), Citigroup Inc. (NYSE: C : http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.zacks.com%2Fstock%2Fquote%2Fc&esheet=6392336&lan=en-US&anchor=C&index=3&md5=47274ea4343962b4911000d0ac876d02 ), PNC Financial Services Group Inc. (NYSE: PNC : http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.zacks.com%2Fstock%2Fquote%2Fpnc&esheet=6392336&lan=en-US&anchor=PNC&index=4&md5=45d20e9fd712726c6b2df6295c837a0f ), Autodesk Inc. (Nasdaq: ADSK : http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.zacks.com%2Fstock%2Fquote%2FADSK&esheet=6392336&lan=en-US&anchor=ADSK&index=5&md5=b272e0ef13dde1b2aae696b40bf36dd9 ) and Bank of America Corp

First Quantum Minerals Declares an Interim Dividend of Cdn $0.197 Per Share

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA — (Marketwire) — 08/10/10 — First Quantum Minerals Ltd. (“First Quantum” or the “Company”, (TSX: FM)(LSE: FQM) will pay an interim dividend of Cdn $0.197 per share in respect of the financial year ended December 31, 2010. The dividend will be paid on September 20, 2010 to shareholders of record on August 27, 2010. The ex-dividend date is August 25, 2010

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New Market Report Now Available: Away-from-home Tissue and Hygiene – Bulgaria

The State Tourism Agency announced that between January and September 2009, the number of foreign tourists visiting Bulgaria increased by 18% on a year-on-year basis. Also, Bulgarians continued to favour going out for coffee or a meal, despite the financial crisis. Eating out is still affordable for many Bulgarians, which was a reason for their continuing to do so.

Profit like the Pros with Profiting from Financial Statements for the iPad

Chicago, IL – Intersog, a leading developer of mobile learning applications, has announced the release of Profiting from Financial Statements for the iPad. Profiting from Financial Statements gives individual investors the insight and information they need to utilize corporate financial statements as a powerful investing tool. Profiting from Financial Statements is available on the iTunes App Store http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/pocket-cfo-profiting-from/id383099390?mt=8. Part of the Pocket CFO series, Profiting from Financial Statements includes a range of new features designed specifically for the iPad, including an in-app search feature and multiple social networking options

Commencement Speaker Steve Nickles Encourages Concord Law School Graduates to Lead with Their Technological Know-How and Legal ..

Concord Law School of Kaplan University, the nation’s leading online law school, celebrated the graduation of 57 students on Saturday at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles. The graduating class of engineers, doctors, patent agents, educators and other professionals included 37 graduates of the juris doctor program and 20 who earned an executive juris doctor degree. Degrees were conferred by Concord’s Dean Emeritus Barry Currier. In a speech to the graduates Professor Steve Nickles, C.C. Hope Chair in Financial Services and Law at Wake Forest University, said: “You are the right people at the right time to lead and take full

Vacation Ownership (Timeshare) Industry Report: 2010 Edition — New Report by Koncept Analytics

The hospitality industry is a major component of the travel industry, which has been affected by the performance of the global economy. Vacation ownership is a segment of the hospitality industry. Weak economic condition, instability in the financial markets, and low consumer confidence kept demand for timeshare intervals soft in 2009. Demand for fractional and residential units was particularly weak. As a result of global economic downturn, the United States vacation ownership industry, which represents the largest market, has seen a significant decline during 2009.

New Market Study Published: Thomson Reuters Corporation – SWOT Analysis

Datamonitor’s Thomson Reuters Corporation – SWOT Analysis company profile is the essential source for top-level company data and information. Thomson Reuters Corporation – SWOT Analysis examines the company’s key business structure and operations, history and products, and provides summary analysis of its key revenue lines and strategy. Thomson Reuters is one of the leading providers of business and industry information for businesses and professionals. The company provides insights in the financial, legal, tax and accounting, healthcare, science, and media markets. Its offerings are provided as electronic content and services to professionals, primarily on a subscription basis.

Recently released market study: EMC Corporation – SWOT Analysis

Datamonitor’s EMC Corporation – SWOT Analysis company profile is the essential source for top-level company data and information. EMC Corporation – SWOT Analysis examines the company’s key business structure and operations, history and products, and provides summary analysis of its key revenue lines and strategy. EMC develops, delivers and supports a range of information infrastructure and virtual infrastructure technologies and solutions. The company primarily operates in the US, where it is headquartered in Hopkinton, Massachusetts and employs about 43,200 people

New Market Research Report: Continental AG – SWOT Analysis

Datamonitor’s Continental AG – SWOT Analysis company profile is the essential source for top-level company data and information. Continental AG – SWOT Analysis examines the company’s key business structure and operations, history and products, and provides summary analysis of its key revenue lines and strategy. Continental is one of the leading automotive industry suppliers. The company manufactures and supplies tires, brake systems, chassis components, and vehicle electronics.

New Market Report Now Available: Cathay Pacific Airways Limited – SWOT Analysis

Datamonitor’s Cathay Pacific Airways Limited – SWOT Analysis company profile is the essential source for top-level company data and information. Cathay Pacific Airways Limited – SWOT Analysis examines the company’s key business structure and operations, history and products, and provides summary analysis of its key revenue lines and strategy. Cathay Pacific Airways (Cathay Pacific) is a Hong Kong-based international airline, offering scheduled passenger and cargo services to 117 destinations in 36 countries and territories. It is headquartered in 88 Queensway, Hong Kong and employs more than 26,400 people. The company recorded revenues of HK$66,978 million ($8,640.2 million) in the financial

Recently released market study: Baby Care – Czech Republic

Baby care performed the best out of all the main categories of beauty and personal care in 2009 and was one of the few that did not post a value decrease in this year. However, the financial crisis still influenced sales of baby care, as it did all fast-moving consumer goods. Therefore, the dynamic growth seen over the rest of the review period stopped in 2009 and baby care posted only moderate value growth of 1% in this year. Euromonitor International’s Baby Care Products in Czech Republic report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the market at

New market study, "Fragrances – Czech Republic", has been published

Fragrances posted volume and value declines in 2009, after these products had recorded stable growth during the review period. The category saw a fall of almost 3% in volume and more than 2% in current value terms to account for 392,000 litres and CZK3.2 billion in 2009. This was caused by the financial crisis and the subsequent efforts on the part of consumers to make savings.

The Phoenix Group Addresses Physician-Hospital Alignment

The Phoenix Group, a think tank comprised of leading hospitalist groups, has released a new white paper on the topic of physician-hospital alignment. The paper, entitled “Achieving Physician-Hospital Alignment Through Outsourcing,” provides a reasoned analysis of the financial and clinical benefits of the outsourced hospitalist practice to the hospital community. “There is no doubt that hospitals are committed to better alignment with all physicians—not just hospitalists,” said Ron Greeno, MD, CMO, Cogent Healthcare, a member of The Phoenix Group.

LateRooms.com – Head to Rome’s Palazzo Venezia for The Form of the Renaissance

Anyone with an interest in 15th century Italian art should be sure to check out The Form of the Renaissance at Rome’s prestigious Palazzo Venezia. Guests at 5 star hotels in Rome (http://www.laterooms.com/en/k13659368_rome-hotels.aspx?q=1_luxury-hotels) will have the chance to admire work by hugely important artists such as Andrea Bregno, Michelangelo and Donatello in this stunning exhibition. Running until September 5th, the display of 35 items is sure to be fascinating for art enthusiasts. According to the Financial Times, one of the highlights of the exhibition is Donatello’s work, with Testa Carafa one of the finest examples of this. The publication noted that Bregno is not