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IBM’s new research lab is in Brazil

It is true that IBM has been in Brazil for 93 years. But now, the American company launches its first lab in 12 years in the country. The mission of the Brazilian IBM lab is to develop technology systems around natural resource development – namely petroleum and gas – and large-scale events such as the Olympics.Continue reading “IBM’s new research lab is in Brazil”

Sparks Tribune – Nevada business in Brazil

RENO — In a little corner of Reno on Wednesday, business leaders got a snapshot of Brazil. Read more:Sparks Tribune – Nevada business in Brazil Sparks Tribune – Nevada business in Brazil.

Pension fund weighs heavier in emerging markets – Dedham, Massachusetts – The Daily News Transcript

How do American pension funds see investment in Emerging Markets? Pros and cons in this article show that there is a lot to learn about Brazil. Each of BRIC countries have a completely different ethos; culturally and risk wise. “Emerging markets, typically led by China, India, Russia and Brazil, have tantalized investors in recent yearsContinue reading “Pension fund weighs heavier in emerging markets – Dedham, Massachusetts – The Daily News Transcript”

Global Policymakers to Attend Conference of Montreal – June 7 to 10, 2010

16th edition of the International Economic Forum of the Americas – The 2010 Conference of Montreal – to include International Monetary Fund, World Trade Organization and White House Officials. Themed “Innovating to Succeed in a New Global Market,” the Forum will bring together the world’s leading policymakers and other stakeholders to address issues currently facing the environment,Continue reading “Global Policymakers to Attend Conference of Montreal – June 7 to 10, 2010”

Utilities M&A: Chinese biding Brazilian plants and CEMIG thinking of acquiring in Latin America

Traditionally, investors turn to utilities when times get tough. Botton line is: a lot of M&A activity going on. What is cheap today? On the report “The Playbook for Latam Equity Strategy” dated April 26th, Deutsch Bank argues that “.. the discount evaporates after adjusting for sector multiples. ” DB thinks that the only LatinContinue reading “Utilities M&A: Chinese biding Brazilian plants and CEMIG thinking of acquiring in Latin America”