At Best, an Incremental Step In the Right Direction
November 6, 2009
CMBS Savior? Developers Diversified Deal Is Nearer | online.wsj.com
The pending Developers Diversified ("DDR") transaction represents, at best, a marginal step in the right direction with respect to getting the CMBS machine back on track. The successful launch of a new CMBS transaction, and placement of the related bonds should be considered a victory given the dearth...
The Current Real Estate Downturn is Different
November 4, 2009
Real Estate Downturn of the Early ’90s Differs From Today’s Crash In Important Ways | nreionline.com
Unlike prior downturns where economic weakness compounded with addition of recently completed property supply contributed to commercial real estate downturn, the current downturn has been fueled by excessive use of creative debt financing. The unwinding of creative leverage will take longer than previously...
We know why Geithner isn't Worried about the Banks problems with CRE Credit
November 2, 2009
Banks Get New Rules on Property | online.wsj.com
Last Week Secretary Geithner said "Commercial Real Estate Woes Won't Spark Crisis"Of course we now know why he isn't worried! It's called Systematic "Extend and Pretend".
Japan Consumer Finance Regulation Faces Final Hurdle
November 1, 2009
Govt May Backtrack On Tighter Moneylender Regulations | www.nni.nikkei.co.jp
A committee of policy makers assigned to the Financial Services Agency, Consumer Affairs Ministry and Ministry of Justice will convene this month to assess the impact of Revisions to the Money Lending Business Law on the consumer credit industry in Japan. The committee will either recommendto...
JAL Downgraded on Transport Minister Comments
October 31, 2009
R&I Cuts JAL's Credit Rating 3 Notches On Turnaround Concerns | www.nni.nikkei.co.jp
Domestic rating agency R&I downgraded the corporate credit rating for Japan Airlines Corporation to CCC junk grade amid reports that Transport Minister Hon. Seiji Maehara may seek special legislation designating the company as "effectively bankrupt" in order to reduce pension payouts, underscoring...
Not good news for the Retailers and Shopping Center Owners.
October 30, 2009
Consumer spending tumbles, incomes flat | www.msnbc.msn.com
This just confirms what this writer posted with the last three analysis'.With tight credit, high unemployment, and a continuing battered housing market, there is no relief in sight and the consumer is loudly sending the message.
If you believe the above statement, I have a bridge to sell you!
October 30, 2009
Geithner Says Commercial Real Estate Woes Won’t Spark Crisis - Bloomberg.com | www.bloomberg.com
TheTreasury Secretary's remarks as reported in the subject article can not be believed.
JAL Rehabilitation Requires a Political Decision
October 28, 2009
MARKET SCRAMBLE: JAL Shareholders Get No Respect -- Again | www.nni.nikkei.co.jp
Transport Minister Hon. Seiji Maehara wasted no time stepping between troubled carrier Japan Airlines Corporation and its three main creditor megabanks, but the latest rehabilitation plan may require a major overhaul to address three main issues: personnel, pensions and profitability. A political...
This means more bad news on the commercial real estate sector
October 27, 2009
Stocks waver on housing, consumer confidence data | www.wtop.com
Consumer confidence fell unexpectedly...What gave it away? When you have unemployment hovering around 10% what should the experts expect?
October 24, 2009
Three solar companies set up units in Andhra | www.business-standard.com
There is lot of scope and room for expansion of power generation in India.Solar power will prove a boon for energy hungry population. There is an urgent need for more such projects.
November 6, 2009
Expect More to Come - Acquisition of "Captive" Client Centers by BPO Players
November 5, 2009
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November 5, 2009
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November 2, 2009
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