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Bausch + Lomb Names Daniel M. Wechsler as Global President, Pharmaceuticals

September 9, 2010

ROCHESTER, NY–(Marketwire – September 9, 2010) –  Bausch + Lomb, the global eye health company, has named Daniel M. Wechsler as corporate vice president and global president of its Pharmaceuticals business.

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Bausch + Lomb Names Michael J. Rowe as Corporate Vice President, Human Resources

September 2, 2010

ROCHESTER, NY–(Marketwire – September 2, 2010) –  Bausch + Lomb, the global eye health company, has named Michael J. Rowe as corporate vice president, Human Resources.

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Video: Dixon Wants `Clarity’ on Fed’s Outlook for U.S. Economy

August 27, 2010

Aug. 27 (Bloomberg) — Peter Dixon, global equities economist at Commerzbank AG, talks about the global economic outlook ahead of speeches by Federal Reserve Chairman Ben S. Bernanke and European Central Bank President Jean-Claude Trichet at the Fed’s annual symposium in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. He speaks with Mark Barton on Bloomberg Television’s “On The Move.”

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Video: Bokozba Favors Telecommunications, Technology Stocks

August 26, 2010

Aug. 26 (Bloomberg) — Alain Bokozba, head of strategy at Societe Generale SA, talks about his investment strategy and the global economic outlook. He speaks with Francine Lacqua on Bloomberg Television’s “On The Move.”

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Video: Navellier Is `Very Positive’ on LED Industry, Likes Cree: Video

August 16, 2010

Aug. 16 (Bloomberg) — Louis Navellier, chief investment officer at Navellier & Associates Inc., talks about investment opportunities in the LED industry. Navellier also discusses prospects for Ford Motor Co. and Cummins Inc., and the outlook for the global economy. He talks with Pimm Fox on Bloomberg Television’s “Taking Stock.” (This is an excerpt. Source: Bloomberg)

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SAFER Systems Intensifies Its Strategic Focus on China by Hiring Its First China-Based Regional Business Manager, Jenny Xu

August 9, 2010

CAMARILLO, CA–(Marketwire – August 9, 2010) –  SAFER Systems, the global technology leader in chemical emergency management and hazard analysis/risk assessment solutions, is pleased to welcome Jenny Xu as the newest member of the company, and their first China-based Regional Business Manager.

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Video: Lyons Says U.S. Economic Growth Is ‘Tale of Two Worlds’

August 6, 2010

Aug. 6 (Bloomberg) — Gerard Lyons, chief economist at Standard Chartered Plc, talks about the global economic recovery and U.S. jobs data. He speaks with Maryam Nemazee on Bloomberg Television’s “The Pulse.”

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Video: Parpart Says `Lacklustre’ Economy Hurting Banks’ Revenue: Video

August 3, 2010

Aug. 4 (Bloomberg) — Uwe Parpart, chief economist and strategist for Asia at Cantor Fitzgerald HK Capital Markets, talks with Bloomberg’s Linzie Janis about the outlook for the global banking industry. Parpart, speaking from Hong Kong, also discusses HSBC Holdings Plc and Standard Chartered Plc’s financial performance. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Property prices in Barbados stable

August 3, 2010

The property market in Barbados slowed in 2009 due to the global financial crisis, but property prices have remained mostly stable.

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Video: Callow Says U.S. Corporates Must Lead Economic `Upswing’

August 3, 2010

Aug. 3 (Bloomberg) — Julian Callow, chief European economist at Barclays Capital, talks about the global economy and fiscal policy. He speaks with Linzie Janis on Bloomberg Television’s “Start Up.”

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Video: JPMorgan’s Loeys Sees Growth Slowing In Emerging Markets

July 30, 2010

July 30 (Bloomberg) — Jan Loeys, global head of market strategy at JPMorgan Chase & Co., talks about the global economy and the prospects of a renewed recession. He speaks with Andrea Catherwood on Bloomberg Television’s “The Pulse.”

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A positive outlook for the Bahamas’ property market

July 29, 2010

The Bahamas property market is gradually recovering from the effects of the global recession as US and UK buyers return to the islands.

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Video: Kowalczyk Sees `Substantial Upside’ for U.S. Dollar: Video

July 16, 2010

July 16 (Bloomberg) — Dariusz Kowalczyk, a senior economist and strategist at Credit Agricole CIB, talks with Bloomberg’s Mark Barton about the outlook for the global economy and financial markets. Kowalczyk, speaking in Hong Kong, also discusses Chinese government economic policy. (Source: Bloomberg)

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US Job Growth Lagging Far Behind Other Major Economies

July 10, 2010

One year into the global recovery, the U.S. is lagging far behind other major economies in restoring jobs lost in the recession. A Wall Street Journal analysis of employment trends in 11 countries suggests that manageable debt burdens and healthy banking systems–areas in which the U.S. doesn’t excel–are proving to be crucial factors in creating jobs.

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Video: Blanchflower Says Economy May Have Decade of Slow Growth: Video

July 9, 2010

July 9 (Bloomberg) — David Blanchflower, professor of economics at Dartmouth College, talks about the global economic outlook. Blanchflower, speaking with Bloomberg’s Julie Hyman, also discusses the need for governments to maintain fiscal stimulus measures and the role of private industry in the recovery. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Video: Brynjolfsson Likes Emerging-Market Stocks, Bonds: Video

July 8, 2010

July 8 (Bloomberg) — John Brynjolfsson, chief investment officer at Armored Wolf LLC, talks about his investment strategy for emerging markets. Brynjolfsson also discusses the global economy, U.S. bond market and Federal Reserve monetary policy. He speaks with Matt Miller and Carol Massar on Bloomberg Television’s “Street Smart.” (Source: Bloomberg)

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Video: Rogoff Sees Beginning of China Property `Collapse’: Video

July 5, 2010

July 6 (Bloomberg) — Kenneth Rogoff, professor at Harvard University and former chief economist at the International Monetary Fund, talks with Bloomberg’s Susan Li about China’s real estate market and economy. Rogoff, speaking in Hong Kong, also discusses the outlook for European banks, the global economy and stimulus policies. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Video: Rajan Doubts Global Economy Faces Double-Dip Recession

July 2, 2010

July 2 (Bloomberg) — Raghuram Rajan, professor at the University of Chicago and former chief economist of the International Monetary Fund, talks about the global economic outlook. He speaks with Francine Lacqua on Bloomberg Television’s “Start Up” before the release of U.S. June employment data today. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Video: Jerram Says Strong Yen May Slow Japan’s Growth: Video

June 30, 2010

July 1 (Bloomberg) — Richard Jerram, chief Asia economist at Macquarie Securities Ltd. in Tokyo, talks with Bloomberg’s Linzie Janis about the outlook for Japan’s economy and the yen. Sentiment among Japan’s largest manufacturers rose to a two-year high, signaling Europe’s debt crisis has yet to undermine their confidence in the global recovery. The quarterly Tankan index of sentiment at large manufacturers climbed 15 points in June to plus 1, the Bank of Japan said in Tokyo today. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Video: Schulz Says Japan Manufacturers’ Optimism `Taking Hold’: Video

June 30, 2010

July 1 (Bloomberg) — Martin Schulz, senior economist at Fujitsu Research Institute in Tokyo, talks with Bloomberg’s Mike Firn about the outlook for Japan’s economy. Sentiment among Japan’s largest manufacturers rose to a two-year high, signaling Europe’s debt crisis has yet to undermine their confidence in the global recovery. The quarterly Tankan index of sentiment at large manufacturers climbed 15 points in June to plus 1, the Bank of Japan said in Tokyo today. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Bausch + Lomb Appoints Rodney W. Unsworth as President, Asia-Pacific

June 20, 2010

ROCHESTER, NY–(Marketwire – June 20, 2010) –  Bausch + Lomb, the global eye health company, has appointed Rodney (Rod) W. Unsworth as president, Asia-Pacific, effective July 1.

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Bausch + Lomb Appoints Rodney W. Unsworth as President, Asia-Pacific

June 20, 2010

ROCHESTER, NY–(Marketwire – June 20, 2010) –  Bausch + Lomb, the global eye health company, has appointed Rodney (Rod) W. Unsworth as president, Asia-Pacific, effective July 1.

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Video: Sri-Kumar Says Yuan Flexibility `Much Ado About Nothing’: Video

June 20, 2010

June 21 (Bloomberg) — Komal Sri-Kumar, chief global strategist at TCW Group Inc., talks with Bloomberg’s Rishaad Salamat about the impact of a change in China’s currency policy. The People’s Bank of China two days ago indicated it’s abandoning the 6.83 yuan peg to the dollar adopted during the global crisis to shield exporters. The central bank said while there’s no basis for “large scale” moves in the currency, the exchange rate will be allowed increased “flexibility.” (Source: Bloomberg)

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Bausch + Lomb Names Robert E. Grant as CEO and President of Its Surgical Business

June 16, 2010

ROCHESTER, NY–(Marketwire – June 16, 2010) –  Bausch + Lomb, the global eye health company, has named Robert E. Grant chief executive officer and president of its global Surgical business, effective August 1.

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RCI CEO Appointed to Christel House Board of Directors

June 10, 2010

PARSIPPANY, NJ–(Marketwire – June 10, 2010) –  Christel House International today announced that Geoff Ballotti, CEO of RCI , the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands ( NYSE : WYN ), has been appointed to the Christel House International Board of Directors.

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Video: Qantas’s Joyce Discusses Recovery Outlook, Industry: Video

June 7, 2010

June 8 (Bloomberg) — Qantas Airways Ltd. Chief Executive Officer Alan Joyce talked with Bloomberg’s Philipp Encz yesterday in Berlin about the company’s business strategy and the outlook for the global airline industry. Joyce was attending the annual meeting of the International Air Transport Association. IATA said the airline industry will post a $2.5 billion profit in 2010, reversing two years of losses, scrapping an estimate for a $2.8 billion deficit as the global economy rebounds. (This is an excerpt of the full interview. Source: Bloomberg)

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Video: Qantas’s Joyce Discusses Recovery Outlook, Industry: Video

June 7, 2010

June 8 (Bloomberg) — Qantas Airways Ltd. Chief Executive Officer Alan Joyce talked with Bloomberg’s Philipp Encz yesterday in Berlin about the company’s business strategy and the outlook for the global airline industry. Joyce was attending the annual meeting of the International Air Transport Association. IATA said the airline industry will post a $2.5 billion profit in 2010, reversing two years of losses, scrapping an estimate for a $2.8 billion deficit as the global economy rebounds. (This is an excerpt of the full interview. Source: Bloomberg)

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Video: Gross Says Steady Job Growth Needed for Fed Rate Move: Video

May 7, 2010

May 7 (Bloomberg) — Bill Gross, manager of the world’s biggest mutual fund at Pacific Investment Management Co., talks with Bloomberg’s Tom Keene about U.S. job growth and Federal Reserve monetary policy. Payrolls jumped 290,000 in April, increasing by the most in four years. The unemployment rate unexpectedly rose to 9.9 percent as thousands of people entered the labor force. Gross also discusses the global economy and yesterday’s stock market plunge. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Video: Faber Says Plunge Caused by Market Rising `Too Quickly’: Video

May 6, 2010

May 6 (Bloomberg) — Marc Faber, publisher of the Gloom, Boom & Doom report, talks with Bloomberg’s Matt Miller and Margaret Brennan about today’s selloff in U.S. stocks. U.S. stocks tumbled the most in a year on concern Europe’s debt crisis will halt the global recovery. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Video: Pozen Doesn’t See Greece Crisis Hurting U.S. Rebound: Video

May 6, 2010

May 6 (Bloomberg) — Robert Pozen, chairman of MFS Investment Management, talks with Bloomberg’s Matt Miller and Carol Massar about the impact of Greece’s sovereign debt crisis on the U.S. economy. U.S. stocks tumbled the most in a year on concern Europe’s debt crisis will halt the global recovery. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Video: Lipsky Sees `Moderate Recovery’ of Advanced Economies: Video

March 12, 2010

March 12 (Bloomberg) — John Lipsky, first deputy managing director of the International Monetary Fund, talks with Bloomberg’s Matt Miller about the prospects for the global economy. Lipsky also discusses Greece’s financial woes and the need to change global financial regulations. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Video: Private-Equity Firms Say Retail LBOs Return With Revival: Video

March 12, 2010

March 12 (Bloomberg) — Private-equity firms looking to buy retail and consumer companies said they’re now able to finance deals and pay reasonable prices after the credit crisis and global recession triggered a buyout slump. Buyout managers are getting back to business after the global credit crisis that began in 2007 froze them out of buying companies or selling what they owned. Bloomberg’s Margaret Brennan reports. (Source: Bloomberg)

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NetIQ Names Ron Milton as Vice President of Customer Value Realization

February 23, 2010

HOUSTON, TX–(Marketwire – February 23, 2010) –  NetIQ, an Attachmate business, today announced that Ron Milton has joined NetIQ as the vice president of customer value realization. Milton will lead the global delivery of NetIQ’s professional services, technical support, product line sales engineering, education and training programs and NetIQ’s online communities, helping to align these elements of solution delivery that make NetIQ customers successful.

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EnergySolutions Announces New Chief Executive Officer

February 19, 2010

SALT LAKE CITY, UT–(Marketwire – February 19, 2010) – EnergySolutions, Inc. ( NYSE : ES ), a leading provider of services to the global nuclear industry, announced today that its Board of Directors has accepted the resignation of Steve Creamer as CEO of the Company and has appointed Val John Christensen as its Chief Executive Officer and President, effective immediately. Mr. Christensen was also elected to serve on the Board of Directors of the Company.

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Video: Biggs Discusses Global Economy, Investor Sentiment, Euro: Video

February 12, 2010

Feb. 12 (Bloomberg) — Barton Biggs, managing partner at Traxis Partners LP, talks with Bloomberg’s Margaret Brennan about the outlook for the global economy. Biggs also discusses China’s moves to cool growth, the decline in the euro and investor sentiment. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Bloggerwave Appoints International Financial Expert to Advisory Board

February 11, 2010

MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA–(Marketwire – February 11, 2010) –  Bloggerwave Inc. (“Bloggerwave”) ( OTCBB : BLGW ), the global leader in commercial blogging, today announced that it has appointed Louis Yerolemou as a member of its Advisory Board.

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Geithner: Global Bank Reform Still Needed

February 6, 2010

Treasury Secretary Timothy F. Geithner said Saturday that the recovery in the global economy has not caused major economies to ease up on their commitment to stiffen the rules for banks.

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Video: Lamy Says WTO Must Be `Vigilant’ Against Protectionism: Video

January 29, 2010

Jan. 29 (Bloomberg) — World Trade Organization Director-General Pascal Lamy talks with Bloomberg’s Margaret Brennan about protectionism in the global economy. Lamy, speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, also discusses U.S.-China trade relations and global trade flows. (Source: Bloomberg)

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David O’Reilly, Former Chevron Chairman and CEO, Joins Bechtel Board

January 25, 2010

SAN FRANCISCO, CA–(Marketwire – January 25, 2010) – Bechtel announced that David J. O’Reilly, former Chevron chairman and CEO, has been elected to its board of directors. O’Reilly joins Bechtel’s board after a distinguished 41-year career at Chevron, including 10 years as chairman and CEO. “I am delighted that Dave has joined our board,” said Bechtel Chairman and CEO Riley Bechtel. “He brings to Bechtel a legacy of leadership in the global oil and gas industry, and we are extraordinarily fortunate to have his wealth of experience and wise advice.”

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Core-focused PEs stay bullish

December 25, 2009

New Delhi, Dec. 25: Infrastructure focussed private equity fund raising is likely to rise next year as investors consider it a safer option that will balance their investment portfolio, according to the global research firm, Preqin. In

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Video: Hoey Says U.S. GDP Growth May Reach 4% in 2010: Video

December 22, 2009

Dec. 22 (Bloomberg) — Richard Hoey, chief economist at Bank of New York Mellon Corp., talks with Bloomberg’s Lori Rothman about the forecast for U.S. gross domestic product growth. Hoey also discusses small business recovery and the global economy. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Drug Money Saved Banks Last Year, Says U.N. Drug And Crime Czar

December 14, 2009

Drugs money worth billions of dollars kept the financial system afloat at the height of the global crisis, the United Nations’ drugs and crime tsar has told the Observer .

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Saturday Interview: Brookfield’s Ric Clark

December 5, 2009

as CEO. Since then, his mandate has expanded. In addition to being named chief executive of the global real estate group at BPO, Brookfield Asset Management also announced in August that Mr. Clark would be one of the managers overseeing its new

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Video: Coca-Cola’s Wollaert Discusses Juice Brands, Strategy: Video

December 4, 2009

Dec. 4 (Bloomberg) — Guy Wollaert, head of the global juice center at Coca-Cola Co., talks with Bloomberg’s Pimm Fox about the company’s juice brands and marketing strategy. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Banks, world leaders dampen Dubai debt threat

November 27, 2009

DUBAI/LONDON – World leaders expressed confidence in the global economic recovery on Friday despite fears about a debt default by Gulf emirate Dubai, while major banks played down their exposure to the debt. Stocks from Tokyo to New York were haunted by

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Video: Egypt’s Boutros-Ghali Says Global Economy Past the Worst: Video

November 6, 2009

Nov. 6 (Bloomberg) — Egyptian Finance Minister Youssef Boutros-Ghali talks with Bloomberg’s Francine Lacqua about the outlook for the global economy. Boutros-Ghali, speaking in St. Andrews, Scotland, where finance ministers from the Group of 20 nations are meeting, also discusses emerging market investment trends and efforts to prevent asset bubbles. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Video: Patrick Stewart Says Theater Needed Amid Difficult Times: Video

October 27, 2009

Oct. 27 (Bloomberg) — Patrick Stewart, the actor famous for his roles in the “X-Men” and “Star Trek” films, talks with Bloomberg’s Francine Lacqua about theater ticket sales growth amid the global recession. Stewart also discusses corporate sponsorship for theater production. (Source: Bloomberg)

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