Financial & Business Services News by GLG Council Members

Thomas ReillyChief Executive OfficerNext Horizon, China

Another “Captive BPO” Acquisition by Indian Outsourcer

November 20, 2009

Analysis of:WNS Expands Global Presence Into Latin America | money.cnn.com

This week, with very little fanfare, WNS Global Services (NYSE: WNS) announced the launch of a new delivery center in Costa Rica. The press release focused on the center in San Jose as WNS’s “entry into Latin America” - but behind the scenes WNS has pulled-off the coveted “hat-trick” in outsourcing terms. WNS has in fact successfully “spun-off” of client owned share service center (a "Captive SSC")...

GAO Interchange Report: Reducing Rates will “Pose Challenges”

November 20, 2009

Analysis by:GLG Expert Contributor

Analysis of:Reducing Interchange Would ‘Pose Challenges,’ the GAO Says | www.digitaltransactions.net

The GAO’s study on interchange was thoughtful, balanced, and light on recommendations. The inconclusive nature of the report reduces the likelihood meaningful legislative action will impact interchange in 2010. However, the combination of DOJ investigations, merchant class action litigation, and continued legislative efforts will collectively put increased pressure on these parties to enact payment...

Daniel LintzPresident & Chief Executive OfficerSafe Harbour Japan K.K.

ISDA Determination on JAL Rehabilitation Not Welcome

November 19, 2009

Analysis of:Will JAL Be Required to Settle JPY100 Billion in Derivatives Contracts? | headlines.yahoo.co.jp

The Yomiuri Shinbun reports that the International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA) may require Japan Airlines Corporation to settle JPY 100 billion in swaps and derivatives as a result of filing for creditor protection under ADR provisions of the Special Measure for Industrial Revitalization, raising the specter of potential retaliation by Japanese financial regulators.

Daniel LintzPresident & Chief Executive OfficerSafe Harbour Japan K.K.

JAL Rehabilitation Not Awaiting for ISDA Ruling

November 19, 2009

Analysis of:Will JAL Be Required to Settle JPY100 Billion in Derivatives Contracts? | headlines.yahoo.co.jp

The Yomiuri Shinbun reports that the International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA) may require Japan Airlines Corporation to settle JPY 100 billion in swaps and derivatives as a result of filing for creditor protection under ADR provisions of the Special Measure for Industrial Revitalization, raising the specter of potential retaliation by Japanese financial regulators.

Daniel LintzPresident & Chief Executive OfficerSafe Harbour Japan K.K.

JAL Alternative Dispute Resolution Not a Credit Event

November 19, 2009

Analysis of:Will JAL Be Required to Settle JPY100 Billion in Derivatives Contracts? | headlines.yahoo.co.jp

The Yomiuri Shinbun reports that the International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA) may require Japan Airlines Corporation to settle JPY 100 billion in swaps and derivatives because the company has filed for creditor protection under the Special Measure for Industrial Revitalization, highlighting continued miscommunication between the Government of Japan and foreign investors.

Have you Been Affected by the Holiday Effect?

November 19, 2009

Analysis by:GLG Expert Contributor

Analysis of:Have you Been Affected by the Holiday Effect? | recareered.blogspot.com

Have you ever heard of the Holiday Effect in hiring?

Mark MariottiChief Executive OfficerFuture Management Holdings Inc

Financial Armageddon off the table; now what?

November 19, 2009

Analysis of:Goldman Sachs launches $500M small-business venture | www.njbiz.com

Since we all seem to agree that financial Armageddon is off the table, and multiple iterations of TRILLIONS of dollars of current US taxpayer capital & debt has flooded the economy, we all seem to also agree the future impact of this indebtedness is unknown.We also seem to agree that US small business can take us forward and create more opportunity and jobs.

Wrong questions posed!

November 19, 2009

Analysis by:GLG Expert Contributor

Analysis of:Goldman Sachs launches $500M small-business venture | www.njbiz.com

Wrong to assume banks enjoy cheap easy money, but right to assume they are maximising net interest income wherever they can!

ADP - Mid Market is the 2010 Target

November 19, 2009

Analysis by:GLG Expert Contributor

Analysis of:ADP Delivers Breakthrough Integrated Workforce Management Solution | www.ebizq.net

ADP is making a strong push into the mid market for 2010. ADP now delivers a single-source, integrated experience for mid-market companies including a robust HR, benefits administration, payroll and time and attendance solution. The solution, specifically designed for mid-sized businesses (50-999 employees), helps companies focus on what matters most to their organizations – their business, their...

Still Not Business As Usual

November 18, 2009

Analysis by:GLG Expert Contributor

Analysis of:Is the Recovery Real? | www.margolisadvisory.com

Investment managers are still not operating as if this recovery has legs. What can we expect going forward and what will change that behavior?

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