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Pension Parachute: Protecting Pension Assets During Hostile Takeovers
November 29, 2024 03:11 PM AEDT| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,Definition,:,A pension parachute is a type of poison pill used in corporate governance to protect pension fund assets during a hostile takeover attempt. It ensures that surplus pension plan assets are used exclusively for the benefit of e...

Pension Protection Act of 2006: Strengthening the Safety Net for Retirement Benefits
November 29, 2024 03:08 PM AEDT| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,Enhanced Pension Security,:,The Pension Protection Act of 2006 mandates higher premiums for companies with underfunded pension plans, aiming to bolster the financial health of pension funds and protect workers’ benefits.,Funding Requireme...

The Significance of "PER": Understanding the ISO Country Code for Peru
November 29, 2024 03:05 PM AEDT| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,ISO 3166 Code for Peru,:,The "PER" code is the official three-character country code for Peru, assigned by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) under its ISO 3166 standard.,Purpose and Usage,:,This three-letter code is...

Understanding Per Capita Debt: A Measure of Municipal Financial Health
November 29, 2024 03:03 PM AEDT| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,Definition,:,Per capita debt refers to the total bonded debt of a municipality divided by its population, providing a per-person measure of the debt burden.,Assessment Tool,:,This metric is commonly used to assess the financial health of...

Artificial Intelligence Association of Hong Kong Set to Propel AI Innovation Across Key Industries
November 29, 2024 03:00 PM AEDT| By CisionFounding Members from Pillar Industries and the Leaders in the AI Community Come Together to Celebrate the Launch of the Association HONG KONG, Nov. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --The Artificial Intel...

DETERMINANT BRINGS TOGETHER HONG KONG BRANDS TO EMPOWER HONG KONG PROFESSIONALS WITH PRODUCTS AND PERKS THROUGH THE "BUILT FOR LIVING" CAMPAIGN
November 29, 2024 03:00 PM AEDT| By CisionClick Here to Download High-Res Images HONG KONG, Nov. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DETERMINANT, the functional men's shirt brand, is proud to announce its integrated "Built for Living" campaign...

Australia's Rising State Debt Spotlight on Infrastructure Spending
November 29, 2024 02:58 PM AEDT| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,Australian states face increasing debt levels,,impacting,fiscal stability,.,Key spending attributed to infrastructure investments in populous states,.,Australia's 'AAA' rating is reaffirmed but,remains,sensitive to fiscal risks,.,The growi...
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The People Pill: A Corporate Defense Against Hostile Takeovers
November 29, 2024 02:55 PM AEDT| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,People Pill Explained,:,A "people pill" is a defensive strategy used by companies to deter hostile takeovers by having the entire management team threaten to resign if the takeover is successful.,Strategic Purpose,:,This tactic,seeks,to d...

Understanding Pension Sponsors: Key Players in Retirement Security
November 29, 2024 02:52 PM AEDT| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,Pension Plan Providers,:,Pension sponsors are organizations that,establish,and manage pension plans, providing employees with retirement benefits upon their departure from the workforce.,Responsibilities and Obligations,:,These sponsors,ar...

Understanding Per Capita Debt: A Measure of Municipal Financial Health
November 29, 2024 02:49 PM AEDT| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,Definition,:,Per capita debt refers to the total bonded debt of a municipality divided by its population, providing a per-person measure of the debt burden.,Assessment Tool,:,This metric is commonly used to assess the financial health of...

Understanding Preferred Equity Redemption Stock (PERC)
November 29, 2024 02:44 PM AEDT| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,Definition of PERC,:,PERC stands for Preferred Equity Redemption Stock, a financial instrument that,provides a way for companies,to issue preferred stock with an option to redeem or repurchase it at a future date.,Structure and Function,:...

Understanding Participation Certificates (PCs): A Key Investment Tool
November 29, 2024 02:41 PM AEDT| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,Definition of PC (Participation Certificates),:,Participation certificates (PCs) are financial instruments,representing,a share in a pool of loans or investments, typically used in securitization and financing arrangements.,Purpose of PCs...

Understanding the Concept of a Peak in Economic Cycles
November 29, 2024 02:38 PM AEDT| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,Definition of a Peak,:,A peak marks the highest point of economic activity at the end of an expansion phase, signaling the onset of a potential contraction or recession.,Significance in Economic Cycles,:,Peaks are critical milestones in t...

Pension Funds: Ensuring Financial Security for Retirees
November 29, 2024 02:13 PM AEDT| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,Definition,:,A pension fund is a financial pool,established,by a company to provide retirement benefits to its employees, ensuring that workers are financially supported after they retire.,How It Works,:,The fund collects contributions fr...

Oxford's Big Data Pioneer Inspires Students at Concordia Shanghai
November 29, 2024 02:07 PM AEDT| By CisionSHANGHAI, Nov. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Concordia International School Shanghai had the honor of welcoming world-renowned scholar and "father of big data," Professor Viktor Mayer-Schönb...

Exploring Pegged Exchange Rates: Mechanisms, Benefits, and Challenges
November 29, 2024 02:06 PM AEDT| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,Definition of Pegged Exchange Rate,:,A pegged exchange rate ties the value of one currency to another currency or a benchmark unit, providing stability in international trade and investment.,Mechanism of Operation,:,The pegging process in...

Penny Stocks: High-Risk, High-Reward Investments
November 29, 2024 02:02 PM AEDT| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,Definition of Penny Stocks,:,Penny stocks refer to low-priced stocks, often priced below $1 per share, and are typically traded,over-the-counter,(OTC). They may see price surges following promotions or events like,initial,public offerings...

Only 10% of Businesses Are Ready to Become Experience-Orchestrated, Highlighting Lack of Personalisation
November 29, 2024 02:00 PM AEDT| By CisionCommoditisation and similarity of products and services with competitors will have the most significant impact on how businesses deliver customer experiences over the next two years, according...

Ping An Wins Sixth Director of the Year Award and Inaugural Climate Governance Award from the Hong Kong Institute of Directors
November 29, 2024 01:56 PM AEDT| By CisionHONG KONG and SHANGHAI, Nov. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ping An Insurance (Group) Company of China, Ltd. (hereafter "Ping An" or the "Group", HKEX: 2318/82318, SSE: 601318) rece...

Personal Consumption Expenditure (PCE): A Key Economic Indicator
November 29, 2024 01:55 PM AEDT| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,Definition of PCE,:,Personal Consumption Expenditure (PCE) measures the value of goods and services consumed by households, serving as a key indicator of consumer spending in an economy.,Role in Economic Analysis,:,PCE is a critical,compo...