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Print Order Share Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on googleplus Brazil: special focus • Russia: special focus • India: special focus • China: special focus Africa bond: special focus • Iran sanctions: special focus Turkey's not-so-independent central bank under pressure to hike rates January 2017 A challenging inflation outlook, sluggish economic activity and the steep slide in the value of the lira look set to force the Turkish central bank to oppose the wishes of its president and hike interest rates. Asia: Banning JPMorgan won't help Indonesia January 2017 Cutting off a bank for an anodyne macro equities call is an over-reaction and a backward step. Argentina's Prat-Gay becomes Macri's fall guy January 2017 President's decision reveals concern regarding 2017's mid-term elections; no change expected to finance minister's economic policy as recovery predicted this year. Investors give high-risk Mongolia a wide berth January 2017 The borrower is on its knees, crippled by a huge debt burden and in need of an external lifeline. Only an IMF deal can improve its fortunes. Middle East: Amer throws the ball into Egyptian banks' court January 2017 The Egyptian central bank's decision to allow the pound to float freely in November caught many bankers in Cairo by surprise. But it was a long-held ambition of governor Tarek Amer, a veteran of Egyptian finance with a reputation as a straight-shooter. Now he needs to show the move heralds a cultural, positive shift for Egypt's economy. Myanmar could be a high-risk gamble worth taking December 2016 Its risk score is still improving, but it should not be ignored the borrower is still an acute-risk, tier-five option, a year on from the elections. Lebanon: Banks perk up as Hariri picks cabinet December 2016 End to multi-year political impasse; factions jostle for ministerial roles. EU finance post-Brexit: London, Paris, Frankfurt … Vilnius? December 2016 Perhaps size is an advantage for an innovation centre – small size, that is. It means you are nimble. So says Lithuania. Iran: Nothing cements treaties like money December 2016 Commerce could reverse Trump's vow to dismantle the Iran nuclear deal. Country risk expert insight: Georgia is the most resilient player across Black Sea territories December 2016 Georgia's overall ECR score has been rising steadily throughout 2016. It improved by more than one point in the third quarter of the year, scoring 44.97, up from 43.88 in the previous quarter. Egypt's central bank floats pound December 2016 IMF responds with $12 billion loan approval; banks' long-term prospects improve. Africa: Mozambique looks to IMF as debt woes resume December 2016 Country deems debt unsustainable; IMF support may be imminent. Emerging Europe: Statist streak 'domesticates' Polish banks December 2016 Deutsche joins list of sellers; public-sector buyers in driving seat. Argentina's banks seek growth and acquisitions December 2016 Banco Patagonia sale piques interest of main players; consolidation of smaller banks coming in next two years. Malaysia riskier than its credit rating suggests December 2016 The fall in the currency could have repercussions for investor safety, extending the downward trend in its country risk score. BCP points to strong 2017 for Peru's banks December 2016 New president has boosted confidence, investment and growth; sol-denominated lending lifts profits. Against the tide: Trumping globalization December 2016 The rise of populism in general, and Trumpism in particular, brings severe geopolitical and economic risks and could have a disastrous impact on growth and productivity. Argentina: Galicia's Grinenco looks through the regulatory lens December 2016 The outside world is still happy to see the market-based reforms in Argentina through rose-tinted glasses, but the country's banks are battling a poor economy and tough regulatory challenges. Banco Galicia's chairman, Sergio Grinenco, has a pragmatic view of the outlook for Argentina's banks. Dave Seleski: Cuba's unlikely banking pioneer December 2016 When the history of banking in communist Cuba is written, Dave Seleski, head of Florida-based Stonegate Bank, may well be hailed as a leader who triumphed against the odds. Iran's bankers wait for Trump's next move December 2016 Immediately after Donald Trump's election victory, Euromoney visited Tehran to gauge the reaction of one group likely to be affected more than most – Iran's banking community. Throughout his campaign Trump threatened to tear up the nuclear agreement that has allowed Iran to take its first tentative steps towards international rehabilitation. But bankers in Tehran are determined to hold on to their hard-won gains. Emerging Europe: Lithuania goes all in on fintech December 2016 Of all the cities lining up to poach London's business post-Brexit, Vilnius might seem the most unlikely. Yet the Lithuanian capital has much to offer financial firms, from liveability and local talent to cutting-edge fintech regulation. Euromoney visits a small city with big ambitions. Argentina: Blejer credits Macri administration for Hipotecario's global local currency bond November 2016 Former adviser to Macri's opponent in the presidential election endorses macro-economic progress; level of corruption in previous administration a 'shocking surprise'. Latin America: Mexico to bear the brunt of Trump November 2016 Regional FX volatility and capital outflows likely to hit LatAm; biggest risk comes from protectionism policies in the medium term. Citi's $1 billion push 'won't alter' Mexican dynamics November 2016 Internal analytics, not retail price war, behind the move; strong growth expectations prompt high bank valuations. Middle East: Saudi raises doubts as well as debt November 2016 Investors should not get too carried away by Saudi's bond market triumph: there is still much that can derail its long-term strategy. Njoroge battles Kenya's conflict of interest November 2016 In his first 16 months as governor of Kenya's central bank, Patrick Njoroge has had to work through constant concerns about the health of the country's economy and financial sector. Now he faces his biggest challenge yet: a piece of financial regulation he believes will deeply hurt Kenyan banks and their consumers. Macaskill on Markets: The lucrative new Saudi 'MBS' market November 2016 A recent $17.5 billion bond issue by Saudi Arabia was hailed as a resounding success by capital market participants who have a strong interest in further fundraising by the kingdom, including an expected IPO of Saudi Aramco that could break records with a size around $100 billion. Private equity funds line up for central Europe bonanza November 2016 Sale of Poland's Allegro sets regional record; local currency liquidity adds comfort for global buyers. Turkish borrowers shake off sovereign downgrade November 2016 Eurobonds back after three-month post-coup shutdown; October supply tops $3.5 billion. Morocco's Attijariwafa enters Egypt November 2016 Resumes African expansion as Barclays retreats; hints of more jobs to match Egypt's economic growth. Russia investment banking: VTB Capital faces down the doubters November 2016 Russia's leading investment bank has seen its fortunes fluctuate over the past two years. Alexei Yakovitsky, VTB Capital's chief executive, talks to Euromoney about Brexit, Africa and state ownership and explains why sanctions have proved more of a blessing than a curse. Saudi Arabia aims to capitalize on bond blowout November 2016 Kingdom's debut is largest ever EM deal; Vision 2030 chimes with investors. Latin America: Investment bankers optimistic for upturn November 2, 2016 Revenues still depressed by poor ECM; DCM and M&A resilient but at low levels. Saudi's new finance minister brings unique style November 2016 The younger and energetic Mohammed Al-Jadaan has a record of transformation. Correspondent banking: Transfer window closing November 2016 For countless countries in the emerging markets, remittances are a boon to the economy. In some cases, they are a lifeline. Asia: Mulyani rides to Indonesia's rescue (again) October 2016 Recalled from Washington by a reform-minded president struggling to fulfil his election promises, Sri Mulyani Indrawati is pushing through a wholesale reform of Indonesia's tax system. But it is not just about boosting revenues; for Mulyani it also symbolizes the beginning of a new era for the country. Latin America: Mexico leads way in green-bond push October 2016 Some landmark deals from international banks are pioneering the green-bond structure in Latin America. But until the region begins to sell in local currency to local investors, the potential will remain unfulfilled. Asia: Myanmar's banks at a cash and credit crossroad October 2016 The investment case for Myanmar is well known: the resources, the population and the convenient neighbours. What about the reality of banking on the ground? Banks may be growing fast, but they face challenges ranging from an absence of mortgages to changing rules and a national obsession with cash. Libya: LIA loses the Goldman case October 2016 Libyan Investment Authority fails to convince court US bank duped it; Société Générale case even bigger but LIA is rudderless. Azerbaijan's risk score slide underlines the region's red-flag warning October 2016 Although the CIS is learning to adjust to low oil prices, the recovery is slow, the political risks complex, and with fiscal deficits widening living standards are failing to keep pace with other emerging markets. Slovenia's sunny outlook a bright spot amid gloomy neighbours October 2016 The country is gradually improving its position in the ECR rankings – unlike several of its neighbours. Citi rebrands in Mexico as HSBC signals it will stay October 2016 Citi seeks to commit to Mexico after Latin America withdrawal; HSBC injects capital but commitment questioned. Euromoney Finance Minister of the Year 2016 Press release October 2016 Argentina's Prat-Gay named Euromoney Finance Minister of the Year 2016. Prat-Gay lays the ground for a new Argentina October 2016 Argentina's ground-breaking return to the bond markets captured the headlines, but finance minister Alfonso Prat-Gay's credibility and rapid reactions have played a vital role in its restored standing. Latin America: Argentina's Prat-Gay faces his biggest hurdle October 2016 After Mauricio Macri took power in Argentina at the end of last year, finance minister Alfonso Prat-Gay scored a number of quick and important wins. He settled with the holdout bond investors, removed FX restrictions and started to tackle inflation. But now he faces his toughest challenge – tackling the fiscal deficit. Euromoney Central Bank Governor of the Year 2016 Press release October 2016 Pakistan's Wathra named Euromoney Central Bank Governor of the Year 2016. Wathra's way wins plaudits for Pakistan October 2016 Pakistan's central bank governor Ashraf Wathra has played a crucial role in boosting the country's financial credibility among the international community. Locals now hope to reap the benefits in both banking and capital markets. Ashraf Wathra ushers in a new era for Pakistan October 2016 Ashraf Wathra is a different choice as head of the State Bank of Pakistan. An outsider brought in to the inner sanctum of monetary policy, he is keen to promote market-based reforms, boost the banking sector and break the reliance on the IMF. Can he profit from the new positivity about Pakistan and cope with his critics? Africa: Bank de-risking hits money transfer firms October 2016 African money movers lose correspondents; remitters turn to informal channels. Paraguay's banks contend with slowdown October 2016 Moody's downgrades banking system outlook to negative; Concerns over lower demand for credit and higher NPLs. Banking: Two's company in Georgia October 2016 Banking sector concentration, rather than proliferation, is the lesser of two evils. Middle East: Iran's markets come in from the cold October 2016 The country's financial system is still not easy to access; money has trickled rather than flooded into its stock exchange since January's deal with the US to lift sanctions. Nevertheless, as the country emerges from years of isolation, important changes are taking place that could herald a new era for Iran's capital markets. Country risk: Morocco's investment grade in doubt September 2016 The sovereign borrower still struggles to convince the experts as the elections draw near. Emerging Europe: Citi stands firm in CEE as rivals pull back September 2016 Collapsing investment banking volumes have prompted global players to pull back from emerging Europe over the past two years. But Citi's Jim Cowles, CEO for EMEA, has alternative sources of revenue to fall back on. CEE sovereigns: Slovenia regains top-tier borrower status September 2016 Banks' sovereign coverage models in the spotlight; consistency is key, say market leaders. Saudi Arabia: IPOs open to foreigners in new shake-up September 2016 Foreign funds expected to rush in; move coincides with privatisation drive. Africa: Rabobank cuts reg risk in new venture September 2016 Regional stakes join FMO and Norfund assets; indirect, lower ownership reduces liability. Argentina's banks seek path to normalization September 2016 Argentina's banks are facing a difficult transition period as the government and the central bank (BCRA) attempt to lower inflation and the country's base rates, as well as facing subdued credit demand thanks to the economic recession. Central bank becomes Yemen's latest battleground September 2016 The Central Bank of Yemen has avoided taking sides in the civil war – until September, when the president replaced the governor and moved the bank, infuriating political opponents and setting off alarm bells for some observers. ECR correctly predicts S&P's Hungary upgrade – Bulgaria is surely next September 2016 The decision to reassign Hungary's investment grade will bring delight to Budapest, bringing the sovereign borrower correctly in line with Romania, but S&P needs to take note – Euromoney's country risk survey is shining the spotlight on another country that is closely aligned. Electronic trading shows scope for FX growth in Middle East September 2016 Despite a substantial fall in trading volumes in Bahrain during the past three years and the ability of Saudi Arabia to defend its currency peg, increased electronic trading volumes suggest the Middle East FX market has scope for further development. Banks at the heart of Cuba's existential battle for reform September 2016 Cuba's return to the international community will be long, complex and fraught with contradictions – not least in financial services. Reform remains a dirty word in a system where banking services for the masses are non-existent. The authorities talk a good game about attracting foreign investment – but how will they attract capital when the central bank won't even discuss what reserves it holds? How Argentina beat the bondholder stand-off September 2016 As judge Thomas Griesa wrote in his ruling: 'Put simply, President Macri's election changed everything.' CIMB's Nazir battles Malaysia's demons September 2016 Nazir Razak has a complicated bio: one of Malaysia's most talented bankers, architect of CIMB's expansion into Asean, and brother of besieged prime minister Najib Razak. Despite a clean image, he was dragged into the 1MDB scandal in March, suspended himself from the bank, and was cleared. Now back at work, he discusses the challenges facing his bank, his country and the region. Asia: Mongolia fights fiscal fall-out September 2016 Mongolia is living through interesting times. August alone featured, in this order: the revelation of a vast and unexpected deficit, the collapse of the currency, a 4.5 percentage point hike in interest rates in a single hit, a sovereign downgrade, and the subsequent downgrade of almost the entire national banking sector. Financial inclusion: Fintech & fraud – microfinance faces balancing act in Africa September 2016 When microfinance banks in Africa speak of the rise of new technology, they usually focus on its potential and, perhaps disingenuously, play down the risks. They say the spread of mobile phones and internet access enables small loans to reach Africa's rural poor more efficiently than ever before. But while international microfinancier Finca is aware of these opportunities, it knows from painful experience in Uganda that new technology opens up new vulnerabilities too. Taiwan's banks struggle on multiple fronts September 2016 Sluggish economy, declining profits, slower loan growth; political rift with Beijing dulls Asia expansion hopes. Latin America: Valenzuela rides into a new world of challenges September 2016 When Banorte's former CEO left Mexico's top-tier domestic bank, few expected to see him return on a motorbike chasing gym owners for overdue loan payments. But in taking over challenger Banco Azteca, Alejandro Valenzuela has accepted a completely new professional and personal task – running a bank for the previously unbanked. Middle East: Gulf moves from buyouts to mergers September 2016 NBAD's merger with FGB gives Abu Dhabi a bank with a similar market cap to firms such as DBS and Standard Chartered. At the same time, the emirate is merging two of the Gulf's most powerful state investment companies, Ipic and Mubadala. Amid low oil prices, Gulf states are finding new strategies for national champions. Middle East: Constantly tested, Lebanese banks remain resilient September 2016 Shaken by war on its border, a political crisis that has left it without an elected president for two years, and a collapse in the price of oil, Lebanon's economy is facing challenges unseen since the country's own civil war. Emerging Europe: Latvia looks beyond its big bank clean-up September 2016 Its banking sector has earned an unenviable reputation thanks to the growth of financial institutions serving non-residents – principally from Russia. Regulators are now, finally, cleaning house. But the challenge for local banks remains: how to make money in a small, over-banked domestic market. Emerging Europe: EBRD keeps its appetite for risk September 2016 From Moldova to Mongolia, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development has earned a reputation for going where other institutions fear to tread. Now it is putting its balance sheet to work plugging holes in banks' capital bases. Africa: Mozambique runs on empty September 2016 When Mozambique struck gas in 2010, it was supposed to herald a bright, lucrative future for the poor African state. It hasn't turned out that way. Rising debt, sluggish growth and a corrosive financial crisis have culminated in the IMF freezing payments to the struggling state. Its banking industry is one of the few brighter spots. Bulge bracket gets slimmer in Asian investment banking revenues September 2016 New data show multinationals taking a lower chunk of regional revenue – and it's going to get worse. Moody's should stop kicking its heels – a Polish downgrade is overdue September 2016 Poland's declining risk score trend in Euromoney's survey signals the rating agency is lagging experts in the field. IMF deal holds the key to Sri Lanka's improving prospects September 2016 The borrower will not challenge Indian safety for the foreseeable future, but faith in the emerging market (EM) is justified by its improving risk score. Asia: GIC's Vietcombank stake shows long-awaited EM shift August 2016 Singapore's GIC has promised to expand in emerging markets (EMs) for years. The Vietcombank stake is a good way of doing it. Zambia's crumbling commodity-led economy 'must diversify' August 2016 The southern African country's reliance on copper and recent disorderly elections have seen increased instability in the region, potentially adding to the deterioration in its ECR scores. Latin America: Supreme Court deals blow to Argentina's recovery plan August 2016 Prat-Gay warns on negative impact to FDI flows; cutting energy subsidies 'the biggest bomb' from past administration. Asia: Driven Kapoor breaks the mould August 2016 Yes Bank, started just 12 years ago, is one of India's fastest growing lenders – and the most interesting by far. Its founder and CEO sits down with Euromoney to discuss risk management, cost cutting, divine intervention and why he doesn't do the 'wow' factor. Malaysia stays ahead with sukuk August 2016 Dominance of global volumes continues; why aren't others catching up? Digital can be Shariah-compliant August 2016 Digital initiatives boost Hong Leong Islamic Bank; Islamic finance fertile ground for fintech. Asia: Sitohang's mission to save Credit Suisse August 2016 With growth hard to come by elsewhere in Credit Suisse's global network, CEO Tidjane Thiam has turned to Asia. He has given Asia Pacific chief Helman Sitohang not only tough targets, but also a degree of autonomy. Can he deliver? Emerging Europe: Making the most of Moneta August 2016 Tomas Spurny has headed some of the biggest banks in emerging Europe. Now he has the task of transforming Czech consumer lender Moneta Money Bank into a digital leader. He talks about technology, regional risk and the joys of returning to Prague. Brazilian banks' share rally to falter? August 2016 Best global performers so far this year; Rally technical; fundamentals remain poor. Binbasgil pilots Akbank through Turkey's turbulence August 2016 Hakan Binbasgil has built Akbank into one of the most impressive financial institutions in the emerging markets. Can he keep the bank on track? Mexico's banks enjoy strong growth conditions August 2016 Credit growth and positive margins offset Trump risks; HSBC Mexico still failing to flourish amid sale rumours. Mexico's investor risk spikes as the US elections approach August 2016 Uncertainty is increasing for peso assets as the fight for the White House heats up. Even a victory for Hillary Clinton comes with reservations attached, demonstrating how it is not just the possibility of Donald Trump winning that is ringing alarm bells. Latin America: Lacerda plays a grown-up game August 2016 The downturn in Brazil does not faze Ricardo Lacerda, founding partner of local investment bank BR Partners. Advisory remains the bedrock of his business, but political instability makes him think the next five years could undermine the last 20. Galicia opens Argentina's new FIG market August 2016 Regulatory-driven tier-2 deal trades up; Brazil banks still prefer local funding. Skye fall underlines worries over Nigerian banks August 2016 Central bank's first post-2008 intervention; Claims Nigeria's banks remain healthy. Middle East: Accad wakes up ABK August 2016 Two years into what he says will be the last job of his career, ABK's chief executive Michel Accad has already taken the bank from a domestic to a regional player and begun much-needed modernization. Tension rises between Lebanon's banks and Hezbollah July 2016 A US law to curb Hezbollah's access to finance has caused weeks of turmoil in Lebanon, where the rules were quickly implemented, and even exceeded, by a financial sector eager to avoid US sanctions. The explosion of a bomb outside the Beirut headquarters of the country's second-biggest bank, Blom Bank, this summer has been even interpreted as a warning signal to bankers to not apply US regulations too zealously. Ed Royce: 'Lebanese banks are doing the right thing' July 2016 The Hezbollah International Financing Prevention Act (HIFPA), a US law aimed at blocking Hezbollah's access to the financial sector, has caused weeks of commotion in Lebanon, where the central bank's decision to implement the rules has led to tension between the country's banks and the Lebanese Shi'ite group. For the first time since the law's implementation in Lebanon, the instigator of HIFPA, US congressman Ed Royce, reacts to the situation in the country. Europe's bank stability is in question, say country risk experts July 2016 Country-by-country assessments of Europe's banking sector show that risks are at new highs, as the financial services industry struggles to cope with the aftershocks of the 2007/08 crisis. Resolving the Italian bank crisis is key to how it will all pan out. The DoJ 1MDB complaint analysed: how the named banks fare July 2016 Who comes out best and worst from the DoJ report into 1MDB? Euromoney Country Risk survey results H1 2016: Global risk hits new high as Brexit adds to China and EM concerns July 2016 The UK's decision to withdraw from the EU has opened a Pandora's box for global investors at a time when commodity prices are depressed, sovereign bond yields are sinking to new lows and prospects are still dimming for many emerging markets (EMs). Colombia remains risky despite landmark peace deal June 2016 The signing of a ceasefire agreement ending five decades of civil war is nothing short of monumental, but laying down the weapons will not fully resolve the issues and will most likely lead to fiscal repercussions with the economy already under pressure. What does emerging Europe get out of banking union? June 2016 In the great debate on banking union, the smaller markets of emerging Europe are often overlooked. Yet, with banking sectors dominated by eurozone groups, they are uniquely vulnerable to changing regulatory regimes. Banking: To CEE or not to CEE June 2016 The old pan-regional banking model is under threat but that presents opportunities for new champions to emerge. Agbal builds trust in Turkey June 2016 Naci Agbal spent most of his career as a technocrat at the Turkish ministry of finance. Euromoney spoke to Agbal about his new role as finance minister when the world around him seems to be falling apart. Croatia remains a risky prospect as Bulgaria, Hungary and Romania improve June 2016 Four months after a new coalition was formed, the economy is brightening, but Croatia remains mired in a political crisis weighing on its country risk rating. Banks caught up in Nigeria anti-corruption push June 2016 Access Bank questioned over safe deposit box; law enforcement agency targets two other banks. Slovenia to privatize NLB in public listing June 2016 'Cumbersome' lender may struggle for demand; Apollo targets 25% market share for NKBM. Saudi banks see a future in Vision 2030 June 2016 As depressed oil prices continue to hit Saudi Arabia's banks hard, the Kingdom's plan for radical economic change is being seized upon as cause for optimism. Saudi accelerates capital markets reform June 2016 Stock market opens up further; influx of foreign money still capped. Peru: Segura eyes further regional integration June 2016 Mila just the start, says Peru's finance minster; pan-Andean market liquidity coming. Transaction services: MNCs hit by EM liquidity squeeze June 2016 Tighter funding in the emerging markets is beginning to affect even the largest multinationals. Banks are being forced to think on their feet to develop workable products to meet the new demands. Is distributor finance the answer? Country risk: Kenya, Gabon, Ghana among the borrowers contemplating sub-Saharan shock May 2016 Euromoney's country risk survey shows the safety of sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) issuers is once again in question, as economies flounder, debts spiral and capital access tightens. Lira struggles for direction May 2016 Turkey has made progress in reducing its debts, while expectations for rate rises in the US have abated in recent months. But political upheaval in the country has led investors to run for cover, and a new and relatively unknown central bank governor faces a dilemma on interest rate policy. Country risk: It's high time S&P took the plunge on Indonesia May 2016 It seems an appropriate time for the Asian borrower to regain its full complement of investment-grade ratings as it becomes safer in Euromoney's country risk survey. Latin America: Peru prospers by playing the long game May 2016 Peru's strong fundamentals protected the country from the harsh economic conditions in the region. But as solid commodity-led growth returns, will the chance to diversify into a broader economic model be lost? Country risk: Peru's risks ease on copper surge and election prospects May 2016 The borrower is beginning to shine with the presidential race guaranteeing a pro-market candidate winning and the economy improving due to increased copper-mining capacity. VietJet IPO set to soar May 2016 Vietnamese carrier has outsized ambitions; seeking $300 million in HK or Singapore IPO. Argentina makes a speedy return May 2016 Strong demand for new issue; perfect timing as bonds soar. FX: Pakistan's climb to the emerging-markets club May 2016 Pakistan's economic reform programme is starting to bear fruit, but a huge appreciation in the real exchange rate during the past two years is hurting the country's export market, warns the IMF, amid expectations the country will soon join the MSCI emerging markets (EMs) index. Ukraine: The perils of PrivatBank May 2016 Assailed by conflict and politics, Alexander Dubilet admits that the task of running Ukraine's biggest bank is complicated. But he insists that PrivatBank can cope with the loss of large parts of its network and dismisses rumours about secret loans and the need for state support. UAE credit fears return as defaults rise May 2016 Oil rout weakens corporate debt sustainability; Rakbank and UAB suffer in SME downturn. Country risk: In search of the next investment grade April 2016 Euromoney's risk survey successfully predicted the move to investment grade for the Philippines in 2013, and it is once again highlighting other sovereign borrowers – in particular Hungary and Paraguay – with prospects for a similar upgrade. Emerging markets: Fintech for the unbanked April 2016 If digital payment providers share the cost of building new networks, they might profit handsomely from high volumes of low-value payments between two billion people unserved today by the world's conventional banks, and become a new testing ground for fintech. Country risk: Oil crisis sharpens Nigeria's investor risks April 2016 A plunging country risk score illustrates how the problems are still mounting for Africa's largest economy. Bangladesh debate: Bangladesh gears up for growth April 2016 The country faces many challenges as it prepares to make itself the global growth leader of tomorrow, not least in infrastructure, capital-market development and up-skilling its workforce. Part of the solution is to make itself more attractive to foreign investors. Euromoney Country Risk survey results Q1 2016: Heightened concern over Brazil, China and other EMs accentuates global shock prospects April 2016 Country risk scores for many of the large emerging markets (EMs) continued to fall in the first months of the year. Risk scores have now reached levels that do not preclude another global shock if China hits the skids. Latin America: Reit turn ahead? April 2016 Latin America's real-estate investment trust market has stalled in the face of a general pullback in emerging market investing. In the longer term, however, this could be the shock that spurs on a sector held back by asset size and asset scarcity. Citi plots next stage of development in Asia April 2016 Citi's Asia-Pacific business is the ultimate test of its universal banking model. New regional CEO Francisco Aristeguieta knows he needs to build on its strong component parts, not just to maintain its position in Asia, but to push the bank forward globally. Sovereign debt: Uruguay juggles cheap yields and regional flux April 2016 Plans to pre-fund 2017 in second quarter; Brazil and Argentina imperil growth and investment. Latin America banking: Packed for good? April 2016 International banks are picking up the suitcase banking habit in Latin America again. They may find it hard to return. Sri Lanka debate: Sri Lanka looks to a brighter future April 2016 With a can-do attitude, the island nation is working hard to move up the league tables by improving domestic conditions for business and inward investment and prompting its international ambitions by signing free-trade agreements with its neighbours. Bangladesh debate: Bangladesh gears up for growth April 2016 The country faces many challenges as it prepares to make itself the global growth leader of tomorrow, not least in infrastructure, capital-market development and up-skilling its workforce. Part of the solution is to make itself more attractive to foreign investors. Middle East: Saudi banks dig deep for debt as liquidity runs dry April 2016 A liquidity crunch is affecting banks worldwide and Saudi Arabia is no exception. Deposits are falling as the government pulls out cash to fund the deficit, yet lending continues to grow. Will the banks change their lending models or turn to the capital markets for funding? Middle East: Scale of Gulf-wide credit crunch comes clear April 2016 $94 billion coming due by end-2017; Bahrain pays up after downgrade. Africa: Njoroge stresses need for Kenya banks to innovate April 2016 After 20 years at the IMF, Patrick Njoroge gave up life in Washington for the rough and tumble of public life in Kenya. It was a culture shock for the new central bank governor. Now his robust approach is proving to be a shock to the Kenyan system. Kenya central bank governor Njoroge: Calling it as he sees it April 2016 Patrick Njoroge has spent much of his career outside Kenya, mostly in Washington at the IMF as a senior economist. Two decades in that role took him around the world, occasionally as its ambassador, more often in a team of firemen fixing damaged economies. Regulation: Banking's dark side reaches Australia April 2016 Asic launches investigations; ANZ, Macquarie and CBA probed. Barclays Africa eyes growth despite group sale April 2016 CEO to press on with pan-African investment; PLC exit comes as African business turns round. MNCs search for help in EM liquidity squeeze March 2016 Funding constraints of the kind familiar to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are now starting to impact multinational corporations (MNCs) with emerging-market (EM) exposure, pushing them to look to their banks for new options to obtain financing. Emerging Europe: Romania's new champion steps into i-banking April 2016 Bank snaps up local advisory firm; M&A activity 'on upward trajectory', says CEO. EM credit's stress test March 2016 There is no need for panic. Emerging market credit is outperforming US high yield and the investor base is stable. Emerging Europe: Don't bank on Turkey for a bond market revival March 2016 Turkish borrowers have become increasingly active in the Eurobond markets in recent years. But with funding costs rising, investment falling and political risk ever-present, could the last large source of new bonds in emerging Europe be about to dry up? Are Kazakh banks back to the brink? March 2016 Seven years after the first default of Kazakhstan's largest bank, its lenders are once again under pressure. Can the sector survive an economic slowdown and dramatic devaluation? Saudi Arabia plans institutional fund revamp March 2016 Advice sought on new fund; Shoura eyes GOSI shake-up. Latin America: Investors seek solace in resilience of corp credit March 2016 LatAm fixed income markets have seen a collapse in primary issuance and yields have jumped in the secondary market. But investors and bankers are pointing to a new-found maturity that augers well. LatAm debt markets have 'high-yield feel' March 2016 Subdued supply and demand hit deal flow; More European focus at start of 2016. Latin America: Citi pulls out of more markets March 2016 Citi has confirmed it is to exit retail banking in Brazil, Colombia and Argentina in a further round of retrenchment from the region – with these latest three joining six other regional businesses sold in the past two years. Latin America: Ruling raises Argentina debt hopes March 2016 New York judge lifts injunction; market return could bring $10 billion issuance. Emerging Europe: Citadele Banka – back from the dead February 2016 The bailout of Parex Banka at the height of the financial crisis helped push Latvia into deep recession. Today, reborn as Citadele and with a global all-star cast of owners, the bank is well on the way to becoming a national asset. Banks frustrated as Iran's swift return is held up February 2016 Teething troubles for messaging system; ICBC at vanguard of interested foreign banks. Emerging Europe: Romania's rocky road to recovery February 2016 The country's banking sector has staged a remarkable comeback over the past two years and is well-positioned to support growth and investment. Whether or not that will materialize, however, depends on its politicians. Kuwait's banks brace for property crash February 2016 Market set to slump, claims new report; financials make up 80% of bourse. Oil slump raises Venezuela default risk February 2016 Sovereign highly exposed to oil price drop; default still not fully priced into bonds. Latin America: Will 2016 be the year of euro DCM? February 2016 Volatility slams international DCM shut; choppy access but strong liquidity in 2016. Middle East: From differentiation pains to diversification gains? February 2016 Qatar Financial Centre always wanted to be different to the other Middle East hubs. But the model was confused. Now it aims to be the engine for the broader transformation of the country's economy. Middle East: Worried Saudis float an Aramco IPO February 2016 Saudi Aramco is a behemoth: the world's most valuable company and the lifeblood of the Saudi state and royal family. Bankers and investors have mixed emotions over plans to list it; this could be a huge opportunity, but is it feasible? Estonia offers safer option than France or South Korea January 2016 The Baltic state leapfrogged both sovereigns in the global ratings last year, making its credit ratings outdated. Sanction removal unveils Iran currency hopes January 2016 Iran is emerging from the shadows to re-establish itself as a prime player in the Middle East. Moves are afoot to rid the country of its black-market exchange rate and develop a working currency forward market. Lending growth coming, says Ukraine's CB governor February 2016 Banking sector clean-up to continue; UniCredit heads for the exit. Poland should have heeded Hungary's lesson February 2016 Even robots can be made to learn from experience nowadays. Given what happened to Hungary, Poland's downgrade should be no surprise. West Africa's BRVM aims for expansion February 2016 Bourse expects 20 listings in three years; Nigeria and Ghana links planned. Country risk expert insight: Green shoots showing in Ukraine February 2016 Ukraine finished 2015 with a slightly improved score year-on-year, despite seeing turbulence on all fronts in the ECR scoring categories throughout the year. Its score dipped in the fourth quarter of 2015, but ECR experts see some reasons for hope amid the gloom. Euromoney Country Risk survey results 2015: China, Brazil and South Africa lead EM credit rout January 2016 Political instability, falling commodity prices, central-bank policy uncertainties and conflict were the principal negative risk factors for investors to contemplate at the turn of the year, as China's troubles were brought into focus by another round of financial volatility. Poland's plummeting political risk score foreshadows downgrade January 2016 Poland's sovereign bond spreads are in turmoil, after a shock downgrade by Standard & Poor's (S&P) late last week. The move follows a sharp drop in its political risk score in the latest Euromoney Country Risk (ECR) survey. Country risk: High time Fitch upped its game on the Philippines January 2016 Why is Fitch so reticent to upgrade the sovereign when country risk experts and other credit rating agencies say it is overdue? Latin America: Ditching the left, right? January 2016 International investors will swiftly return to Latin America if they see clear evidence of economic progress. South Africa: Zuma's failings January 2016 The South African president's recent erratic changes in the ministry of finance highlight his flailing leadership. GCC liquidity: Islamic advantage January 2016 Islamic banks in the GCC may have two advantages over their conventional counterparts at a time of weak liquidity: loyal retail money and the ability to tap two investor markets. Scrapping over the scraps – a dog-eat-dog world in CEE IB January 2016 Investment-banking volumes in emerging Europe have fallen to their lowest levels for more than a decade. Some international banks are withdrawing capacity, while there is little sign of a pick up in the capital markets. So why are some of the universal banks still making positive noises? US funds play catch-up in Africa January 2016 American private equity sees sub-Saharan Africa as an opportunity in an era of slow growth, but have been slow to tap in to the region's long-term potential. Middle East: Network International shows up dearth of Gulf deals January 2016 Secondary buyout trumps IPO; Gulf markets need more liquidity. Asia: The Untouchables – Indonesia's Widjajas January 2016 Default? What default? Asia Pulp & Paper, Sinar Mas and the Widjaja family, once pariahs of the international financial markets, have bounced back with a vengeance. Are the memories of the banks financing them too short? Or are they backing a group that can deliver on both its repurposed business and environmental credentials? LatAm capital markets: Rebound prospects look gloomy January 2016 Brazil or Argentina need to spark revival; Latin America investment banking's worst year since 2009. Middle East liquidity crunch starts to bite December 2015 Commercial Bank of Dubai pays up; Gulf Investment Corporation cancels deal. AIIB spells out conservative approach December 2015 New Asia lender caps lending at $100 billion; dollars, not RMB, will fund projects. Argentina: Macri defuses Cristina's bomb December 2015 Cristina Fernández de Kirchner has left a toxic legacy for newly elected president Mauricio Macri. Asset prices were buoyed by his election victory the mid-term outlook for the Argentine economy is brimming with potential, but he must get through the next six months unscathed and consolidate a weak political base. Country risk: Vietnam is bouncing back December 2015 Of all the frontier markets competing for inward investment, the one-party state is still one of the more attractive prospects. Middle East: Saudi Arabia takes cautious first steps to an open market December 2015 Saudi Arabia is six months into its programme to attract international institutional investors to its stock market. The verdict so far: an impressive willingness to listen and communicate, but slow progress in terms of getting any money in. Saudi credit rating still too high despite S&P downgrade December 2015 Depressed oil prices are sending shockwaves through the Kingdom as it looks at ways to mitigate the macro-fiscal implications. Georgia Healthcare gets London IPO away December 2015 Pricing slashed as emerging market IPOs struggle; political in-fighting 'threatens Georgia's reform record'. Africa: Ethiopia takes a different path December 2015 The government insists that its banking sector will remain closed to external investment. But can the country's economy thrive without better access to international credit? Uruguay's debt record set for tough challenge December 2015 Record low yields for sovereign's recent deals; slowing economy, deteriorating fundamentals. LatAm DCM bankers wind down dismal 2015 December 2015 Meek year-end further weakens annual total; euro deal resurgence brings some cheer. Latin America: Lessons from Colombia December 2015 Road-building is a classic tool to boost a flagging economy. But as Luis Fernando Andrade, president of Colombia's national infrastructure agency, tells it, it isn't plain sailing. EMFX ripe for electronic trading, vows start-up R5FX November 2015 The new trading platform for emerging-market currencies is now live with the Indian rupee, Brazilian real, Chilean peso and Colombian peso. Poland stronger than Hungary, despite political risks November 2015 A new government emphasizing Hungarian-style nationalist, unorthodox policies with increased public spending has raised uncertainty over Poland's risk profile. However, the sovereign borrower is in a strong position and is less indebted than Hungary. Country risk: Hungary, India and Thailand among EMs resilient to shocks November 2015 As sovereigns from Brazil and China to Malaysia and Mexico bomb, the search is on for increased safety for emerging market (EM) investors. Country risk expert insight: Argentina faces struggle to modernize economy November 2015 Euromoney Country Risk experts believe drastic change is in the pipeline for Argentina — but its newly elected government has a fight on its hands to push through economic reforms. Country risk: Angolan investors ignore risks November 2015 Investors snapped up Angola's $1.5 billion Eurobond debut this month, and yet the sovereign borrower's country-risk score has plunged, putting it among the world's worst default risks. Lima offers remote prospects November 2015 Fears over emerging market corporate debt burdens took centre stage at the IMF/World Bank meeting. Asia banking: Myanmar's makeover November 2015 Bankers are always looking for a new frontier, and they think they've found one in Myanmar. While the country's potential is unquestionable, those hoping to turn a quick profit are likely to be sorely disappointed. Bangladesh: Rahman touches the ground and it bears fruit November 2015GDP forecast up by 6.5% in 2015; reserves increase fourfold. Iran issues $300m equivalent domestic bond November 2015Interest rate of 26% for 165-day notes; international return inked in for 2016. Trans-Pacific Partnership to the rescue November 2015Latin America's economies are suffering a rapid and severe shift in their terms of trade. The development of free trade areas may provide a way forward and global initiatives, such as the Trans-Pacific Partnership, could transform the region's future. Turkey's banks sweat the small stuff November 2015 SME banking has been a top priority for Turkish lenders since the country's regulator called time on the consumer boom in late 2013. Can the segment keep its cool in the face of rising local economic and political pressures? Gulf banks feel the pinch November 2015They may be well-capitalized, but their funding needs are rising, just as the buyer base falls away. Gulf markets: the liquidity well runs dry November 2015The drop in the oil price has combined with a general lack of liquidity to put issuers from Gulf states in an unfamiliar position. There may be no need to fear a crunch, but the region's issuers must get used to the fact that they will have to pay up to raise capital. Yield for Ghana bond hits double digits November 2015Highest mark of any African Eurobond in 2015; debt sustainability questions linger. Risk survey endorses Hungary's investment-grade prospects October 2015 The sovereign has climbed another three places in the global rankings compiled by Euromoney Country Risk, and is keeping pace with Bulgaria and Romania. SteelyNabiullina fights Russia's fires October 2015 Elvira Nabiullina, Euromoney's central bank governor of the year, is staunchly sticking to her controversial crisis-fighting plan as Russia reels from its biggest financial crisis since 1998. As sanctions and falling commodity prices threaten Putin's oil-financed state patronage, the central bank – the last bastion of economic orthodoxy – is battling to craft a new growth model. Can Nabiullina turn crisis into opportunity? Finance Minister of the Year: Cardenas steadies the ship October 2015 Colombia, more than any other Latin American country, has used the favourable winds of recent years to prepare for the rainy days ahead. But has finance minister Mauricio Cárdenas done enough to ensure Colombia stays afloat if there is a prolonged emerging market downturn? Eurobond option still on the cards for Angola October 2015 Armando Manuel, Angola's finance minister, says that Angola will still issue a Eurobond despite recurring delays. ECR survey results Q3 2015 dominated by China's jitters, Brazilian crisis and EM capital shock October 2015 China's risk score fell 1.5 points, to below 60 out of 100, for the first time in almost two years in Q3 2015. With Brazil in freefall and a US interest-rate hike on the cards, investor risk is rising for many – but not all – emerging markets (EMs), complicating portfolio selection. 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We went three times. By ATV bus and catamaran. Calm waters lots of fish starfish shellfish. A bar and restaurant along with deserted areas. You can get away from everyone here too.
Only thing that was plus plus was the differing species of fish you could see from the marinas and docks. Other than that, it did not impress, but it would have if I wasn't on one of the more beautiful stretches, I noted Paraiso, Bravo, Gran Caribe, to the left of Sol had unimpressive beaches
We arrived at Sirena Beach after two days sailing from Cienfuegos: calm blue water in comparison to the open sea. Nice sandy beach to swim to from the boat, absence of vendors, no disturbing noices, occasional walking tourists from 10 to 16h. Excellent sailing destination.
Super soft buttery sand, beautiful clear waters, chair rental was 2CUC for the day. If you walked around to the other side you could actually see live starfish and conches in the ocean but on that side there are jellyfish to watch out for
Found if you walk up away from the lounge chair area to the right for about 1/2 hour , there is some great snorkeling when the weed line and sand bottom meet. Saw many fish and rays. You have to pay 2 cuc's for per chair if there are any, so get there early.
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A must do beach, spent 2 of our 7 day trip at this beach. Meet all our wants for great snorkeling and opportunity to see ocean life.
Gorgeous beach, but little shade. bring a beach umbrella from your hotel if they allow it (Pelicano does). They only have 120 beach chairs, so you have to get there early or bribe someone the day before. With kids it can be challenging with all the gear to bring with you, but worth a visit.
After 15 minutes walking in the sea completely transparent, our eyes felt on the sea stars vision. They were so close to us, it's been possible take a picture and touch a bit. But don't take out from the water, it's dangerous for them.
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beautiful beach , take the time to walk up the beach to star fish but if you keep walking you will get back to where the boats drop you off, takes about 1 hour
Gorgeous beach,white powdery sand. Clear ocean water. Easy access from the hotel resort by taxi / small train or some hotel resorts provide shuttle bus/boat at 5 Cuban pesos per person return. Facilities available: restaurant, palapas, beach chairs at 2 pesos p/p.Enjoy
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July 4th, Independence Day, was a special day for us to remember our America as it was, and as it should be. Hopefully you all celebrated this special day by safely instructing the young ones of fireworks dangers, and so ...Read More »
County Line
Donna Dodson, Megan Goforth and Macee Breeding were here on Monday, Reece Goforth mowed my yard and others on Monday who were here were Keith and Melanie Breeding and Macee. Mike Dodson and Chase came by on Tuesday evening. I ...Read More »
Church of the Living God
Sunday, July 6th – We were blessed abudantly in both services, morning and evening by the Doug Irwin family. The word abundantly means, more than adequate, in great quantity, richly supplied, and that we were, in song and God's word. ...Read More »
Sunday evening's sunset was splendid. Raindrops sparkled diamond-like on the grass–bright gifts of a sudden shower refracting the last light. Late night-time lightening rivaled Friday's fireworks for spectacular display and Monday morning's mist rose from the hay fields like rain-in-reverse ...Read More »
Caney Church
Wednesday evening Caney Church met to praise the Lord and study His word. Bro. Bill Austin took charge of the service by taking prayer requests and praise reports. Bro. Jeff Shipley led us in prayer. Bill had several scriptures and ...Read More »
Breedon Church
Our lesson was the first chapter of Peter. Opening prayer was led by Heath Kirkland. Our attendance was low, some sick and others had other things to do. It is always busy around the 4th. We had our Fourth of ...Read More »
Black Oak Church
"Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage," Galations 5:1. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read Ephesians 4:7-16 for the devotion ...Read More »
Bethany Baptist Church
Dan Stillings made several trips to Springfield this week to help his sister, Debra Bohnstedt, rebuild her back yard fence that had been badly damaged when a large tree fell on it earlier this spring. That meant digging holes and ...Read More »
Ava Saddle Club
The Ava Saddle Club held their regular monthly meeting on July 7. The Missouri Family Rodeo held on June 21 was a big success. The occasional rain showers didn't seem to bother anyone! We would love to make this an ...Read More »
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Which Joe gave his name to 'sloppy joes'? We look at five interesting sandwiches and their lexical origins.
The Islamic sacred book, believed to be the word of God as dictated to Muhammad by the archangel Gabriel and written down in Arabic. The Koran consists of 114 units of varying lengths, known as suras; the first sura is said as part of the ritual prayer. These touch upon all aspects of human existence, including matters of doctrine, social organization, and legislation.
From Arabic qur'ān 'recitation', from qara'a 'read, recite'.
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Hyperphosphorylated tau is the primary component of neurofibrillary tangles (NFTs), a pathological hallmark of several neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer's disease (AD), frontotemporal dementia with parkinsonism associated with chromosome 17 (FTDP-17), progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), and corticobasal degeneration (CBD). Since accumulation of hyperphosphorylated tau (p-tau) correlates with the onset of cognitive symptoms, we aim to evaluate and validate inhibition of cytosolic histone deacetylase 6 (HDAC6), which modulates the accumulation of hyperphosphorylated tau, as a lead strategy for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease (AD) and related neurodegenerative tauopathies. We seek to target HDAC6, through the use of a novel blood-brain-barrier-permeable inhibitor, as a means to delay emergence of tau pathology. We have already identified HDAC6 as a highly drug-able target and present new evidence that inhibiting HDAC6 leads to hyperacetylation and enhanced degradation of tau. We propose that acetylation of tau within KXGS motif regions (detectable with our novel site-specific antibody ac-KIGS), which are critical for tau to bind microtubules, counter balances phosphorylation on this same motif (recognized by 12E8). Given that tau species phosphorylated on KXGS motifs accumulate in neurofibrillary tangles, fail to bind and stabilize microtubules, and are not recognized by cellular degradation machinery, we hypothesize that loss of HDAC6 activity will increase the ratio of acetylation to phosphorylation on KXGS motifs to favor tau clearance, thereby preventing neuropathology and disease progression. There are no obvious, known counter indications regarding HDAC6 inhibition: HDAC6 knockout mice exhibit no overt deleterious phenotypes;we have not observed obvious toxicity with our lead HDAC6 inhibitors in cells or in mice;and selective inhibition of HDAC6 versus other HDAC isoforms has been shown to preserve normal gene expression in cells, thereby minimizing toxicity to patients. As such, we envision the use of HDAC6 modulation, in concert with the advent of techniques designed to detect and image amyloid beta peptide (Ab) pathology years to decades before the onset of cognitive symptoms, as a means to interrupt the development and progression of p-tau accumulation initially triggered by Ab deposition. In so doing, we aim to provide a greater understanding of the value of HDAC6 inhibition in slowing the onset or progression of tauopathies and, upon completion, will deliver a very compelling data package to warrant further clinical development of this novel therapeutic strategy for AD and other tauopathies.
We aim to evaluate and validate inhibition of cytosolic histone deacetylase 6 (HDAC6), an enzyme that modulates the balance between acetylation and hyperphosphorylation of the protein tau, as a lead strategy for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease and related tauopathies. Since accumulation of hyperphosphorylated tau correlates with the onset of cognitive symptoms, we seek to inhibit HDAC6 as a means to delay disease onset or progression. We are developing cell and transgenic mouse models to test whether modulation of HDAC6 protects neurons by increasing degradation, or removal, of the toxic phosphorylated protein and simultaneously decreasing tau's propensity to aggregate.
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Rating: 7.2/10 (68,807 votes)
Director: Mike Mills
Writer: Mike Mills
Stars: Christopher Plummer, Ewan McGregor, Goran Visnjic, Mélanie Laurent
FULL CAST: Beginners (2010) - Full Cast and Crew
Runtime: 105 min
Rated: R
Type: movie
Year: 2010
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance
Quality: 720p HD, HD
Language: English, French
Released: 09 Jun 2011
|Storyline: It's 2003. Thirty-eight year old graphic artist Oliver Fields has just lost his father Hal Fields to cancer, after Oliver's mother Georgia Fields passed away five years earlier. Oliver is naturally a sullen man due to his growing up relationship with his parents (his mother who had a unique view on life) and watching his parents' cordial but somewhat distant relationship with each other, but is more so now because of his personal family loss. Oliver embarks on a relationship with Anna, a French actress. Oliver is hoping that his re-energized relationship with Hal following Georgia's death and Hal's new outlook on life during that time will show Oliver how to act in a loving relationship. After Georgia's death, Hal came out of the closet and began to live with a joie de vivre that did not exist before, which included an open relationship with a much younger man named Andy. Oliver's relationship with Anna has other obstacles, including Anna's own vagabond lifestyle and Oliver needing to take care of who was originally Hal's very needy Jack Russell terrier, Arthur.
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SoHo Bedroom Set
by Copeland Furniture
Accepting the premise that we shape our surroundings and then our surroundings shape us, the SoHo Bedroom Set seeks to instill the feelings of comfort and clarity. Borrowing elements from the best of traditional and contemporary design, SoHo bedroom falls into a category of its own; Modern-Classic. With beautiful "floating" dressers and nightstands to accompany it, the SoHo platform bed with included slats is a simple platform bed that evokes harmony, simplicity, and versatility, and is designed for use with a mattress only.
A beautiful suite of furniture, the SoHo Bedroom Set provides queen, king, and California king bed size choices.
SoHo Bedroom Set features:
- Crafted in your choice of either maple and walnut or all-walnut
- Recommended mattress thickness is 8" to 12" (but honestly, a little thicker won't be a problem)
- Bed's non-existent footboard makes your bedroom more spacious
- See the "product details" tab for furniture dimensions
- Made to Order - it's your furniture from start to finish
- Box spring not needed, providing for a cleaner, more stylish look
- Slats included
- Made in the United States
*Natural variations in solid wood and hand-applied finishes make each piece unique. Slight grain and finish irregularities tell you that the furniture has been crafted from solid wood, and are considered hallmarks of quality.
Materials & Measurements
Materials: Solid Walnut with optional Maple accents
|Queen Bed
|40" h x 66.5" w x 88.5" d
|King Bed
|40" h x 82.5" w x 88.5" d
|Cal. King Bed
|40" h x 78.5" w x 92.5" d
|Bedside Table
|17" h x 20" w x 20" d
|1-Drawer Nightstand
|23.5" h x 18.5" w x 18" d
|3-Drawer Dresser
and TV Stand
|40.75" h x 33.5" w x 18" d
|4-Drawer Dresser
|40.75" h x 33.5" w x 18" d
|5-Drawer Dresser
|54.75" h x 26.875" w x 18" d
|6-Drawer Dresser
|43.625" h x 66.125" w x 18" d
|Wall Mirror
|28.75" h x 30" w x 1.25" thick
Environmental Information
Copeland Furniture deeply values preservation and stewardship of natural resources. Some of their commitments include:
- Using sustainably harvested hardwoods from the American Northern Forest
- Using only lumber from within 500 miles of their factory, using less fossil fuel in transportation
- Working with the SmartWood program of the Rainforest Alliance (wood solely from forests that are not threatened, not in significant need of conservation, and contain no GMO trees)
- Maintaining FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certification
- Making water-based finishes available on most of their furniture, with the benefit of drastically reduced VOC emissions and less off-gassing at the customers' homes
- Creating durable, heirloom-quality furniture that will be able to be handed down through generations
- Reducing packaging material, and recycling all packaging waste
- Heating the factory completely with wood waste from manufacturing, in order to reduce consumption of imported oil
About The Manufacturer
In 1976, Copeland Furniture began bringing solid hardwood furniture to market through retail partners that shared their passion for timeless design and unparalleled quality. Since then, they've grown from a one-man shop to a family-owned and operated business that is one of the largest employers in Bradford, Vermont. Copeland has built a brand that's known for honesty, integrity, and fairness. Their growing line of products continue to reflect traditional craftsmanship values and evolving market demands.
Today Copeland Furniture manufactures a full line of bedroom, dining room and home office furniture. Designs range from transitional to highly contemporary. Diverse design influences include Arts and Crafts, Asian Design, Shaker Furniture, Scandinavian Design and the architecture and environment of Copeland's home state, Vermont.
Preservation and stewardship are values that run deep in Vermont. They run deep at Copeland Furniture too. Their commitment to sustainability is reflected in the furniture they design and manufacture. They know that our environment is, in many ways, very fragile, and that we are the beneficiaries of the strong stewardship ethic practiced and passed down by those who went before us. It is Copeland Furniture's hope that the next generation appreciates their stewardship and is inspired to continue the tradition.
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Shipping & Delivery
White Glove Delivery: Free
White Glove Delivery
If you want your furniture delivered and ready to go, this is the option for you. The shipper will schedule a delivery window with you at least 24 hours in advance. They'll bring the furniture into your home, place it in your room of choice, and assemble any pieces that need to be put together. It's the true white glove treatment!
- Typical transit time is 4-7 business days. Some larger and specialty items may take a bit longer.
- Shipper will arrange a four hour window for delivery at least 24 hours in advance.
- Your driver or delivery team will bring the furniture inside your home and into your room of choice (up to two flights of stairs).
- Delivery folks will unpack your furniture, assemble any pieces needing to be put together, and they'll discard all of the boxes and packaging materials.
- We'll be sure to assist with any damage that may occur. Please call Smart Furniture right away if any issues arise.
- If you're ordering multiple items from the same manufacturer, we might be able to bundle your shipping upgrade costs! Give us a call and we'll make sure you're getting the best shipping price possible!
- Any questions? Chat or call! We're happy to help!
For more information and shipping comparisons, click here.
Product Q&A
All Copeland Furniture products are covered by a (nearly) unlimited Manufacturer's warranty.
What is covered:
Any manufacturers defect that occurs during the entire time of the initial purchaser's use - even if the product has been discontinued.
What is not covered:
Damage that occurs because of use or mis-use and is not a result of a manufacturer's defect.
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Physical Characteristics Gray skin and red hair on bodies Long arms and short legs Long fingers and stubby thumbs Adult male: weighs up to 200 pounds/ 4 and a half feet Females weigh about 90 pounds and grow up to 4 feet
Behavioral Characteristics Feel emotions just like humans do. They express emotion through facial expressions. Mothers and babies always stay together until the babies are 4 or 5 years old. Mothers groom their babies by picking through the hair.
Habitat Found in Indonesia on the islands of Borneo and Sumatra Live in tropical rain forests where trees and water are plentiful Build nests out of leaves and branches and sleep in the treetops
Food Preferences They eat fruits, vegetables, leaves, and flowers. They like to eat termites and ants.
Interesting Facts Adult male orangutans use a "long call" that tells other animals where he is. Orangutans living in captivity have learned how to use sign language with humans. Each orangutan is unique in appearance and personality.
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THE BLENDA luxurious bath and shower gel blended with Madagascan Black Peppercorn oil. The fragrance Top note: refreshing coriander. Heart note: black peppercorns. Base note: aromatic vetiver. Find out more about this blend. Love this? Explore the rest of the Black Pepper Collection.
EXPLORELondon via Madagascar Heated sands. A spice-spiked breeze. Skin warmed by the sun. Hot. Spicy. Adventurous. Fragrance family: SPICY
BENEFITSWhy you'll love it Keeping you clean, fragrant and ready for the day, this award-winning shower gel is just the thing to spice up your bathing routine. Best for Whether it's for a warm, relaxing bubble bath or a revitalising spicy shower – our Black Peppercorn Body Wash leaves your skin thoroughly clean and scented with warm, herby aromas.
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CUSTOMER REVIEWSBlack Peppercorn Body Wash 3.7 5 166 166I love it the best fragrance I can have... smells like summer July 11, 2016Why! Sorry but agree with all comments about the re-formulation of black pepper, please return to the original product, I won't be buying again until this is sorted August 9, 2014Black Peppercorn Body Wash New Formula I tried this new formula for the first time yesterday and to say I'm devastated is an understatement. Be warned. This new version is NOTHING like the old version. Why in the name of God did Molton Brown feel they needed to change anything? As other posters have said the new formula doesn't lather up very well so you need to use way more of the product. However, the main problem is the scent. The previous scent was so strong and distinctive and it actually lasted on your skin for 3 or 4 hours after applying it. A little bit like an EDT. But you can barely even smell the new version as soon as you apply it and the smell leaves the skin after around 5 mins! This used to be my favourite body wash ever. But now I'll never buy it again. Please bring back the old formulas! January 26, 2014Best present for my boyfriend I bought it as a gift for my boyfriend, not only he is happy but I also love that scent. September 2, 2013Great scent, good texture, nice pack It's certainly one of my favorites. I like the spicy touch in the morning, and its texture is nice to use. Last but not least, the packaging is good looking which a nice eye-catch in the morning. August 2, 2013Top quality product with a wonderful scent. Have used MB since I was introdused to it from a friend buying it in Heathrow. The bodywash combined with the Black Pepper Eau de toilet gives a long lasting result during long workdays. Pros: Cost/ benefit is very high since you only need a tiny dash to wash the whole body. Fresh spicy smell, enjoyed by norwegian women :-) Cons: Not a single shop in Norway/ Oslo offers the Whole MB-Line. No fragrances, no Eau de toilet, no Cassia and so on. Please do something about it. It is unconvenient to travel to england to try at tester, and to expensive to buy on the internet without knowing what it smells and feels like. Start an MB brand shop in Oslo, and hire me as a salesman;-) At the end: Parden my lousy english :-) June 7, 2012WOWZER Amazed by the quality of this product. Top notch luxury item in my opinion and a bargain, cant wait to try the others November 24, 2016Not my cup of tea Got this as a present. Fragrance a bit too much on the harsh side. Kinda burns in the sensitive spots. :) September 6, 2016Mens must have Love this black pepper shower gel and the rest of the range. August 11, 2016AVOID This rubbish shower gel. A very poor quality and watery shower gel that lacks texture and fragrance. The Black Pepper soap bar is so much better. Please do not waste your money on this shower gel as it's no longer of premium quality like it used to be. Buy the Black Pepper soap bar instead which has the proper fragrance and texture to shower or bath with. July 2, 2016please go back to your earlier formula Molton Brown you are losing your clients as a result of changing your formula.. look at all of your reviews and you will see that everyone notices the change... go back please .. I am going to stop buying black pepper and it was my favorite body wash when it was black pepper recharge. April 6, 2016Quality Has Decreased... I used to be obsessed with this product. I feel like they've changed the formulation over the past few months, as my most recent purchases barely have a fragrance and the soap is very runny. March 27, 2016Ruined - no longer a premium product The original Recharge bodywash was perfect. It felt premium. It felt like it was worth its price. Since the rename, it is no longer a premium product. It's average. Runny. Lacklustre. Such a shame. A wise person once told me that "life is too short for cheap shower gel". It is with a genuinely heavy heart that I now have to look elsewhere. Disappointed. March 2, 2016Extremely Poor Quality Product. Extremely Disappointed. I can only agree with all the comments written by others who have also given this product one star. What was once a truly exceptional body wash (including, but not limited to, the scent) is now below supermarket quality. Synthetic-smelling. Watered-down (runny). Extremely poor-quality scent that disappears once out of the shower. Nothing like the old formula. Molton Brown has lost me as a customer. February 27, 2016A Must Have Christmas Gift I'm not sure how many years I have purchased Black Peppercorn Body Wash as Christmas gifts for my son and son-in-law. This year I put it in their stockings. They both thought I had forgotten because they did not unwrap it as a gift. They love the fragrance! I might add that I discovered this product while staying at a hotel that provided these products in your room. Our favorite shower gel. January 7, 2016sexy man smell this is my 23 yr old sons favourite shower product,and I always treat him at xmas and birthdays to this,the bathroom always smells divine after he has used it and if I get a man will be ensuring he showers in this!! January 2, 2016Long-time favorite Although I like other fragrances in the body wash category, I always come back to Black Peppercorn! It's the greatest. December 31, 2015must have Refreshing with great fragrance. I would definitely recommend this product. December 19, 2015Quality going downhill I thought after all the negative reviews about the new formula MB would improve it, instead I noticed it got worse. It further became thinner and the scent weaker and farther from the original smell. MB, do you still plan on bringing back the original Re-Charge formula? I do not think removing parabens from the original formula should affect the quality this bad in the first place. December 16, 2015Black Peppercorn Body Wasn I bought this originally for my husband as a gift, after he started to use It I found my older daughter was also using this, now all the family use It as we like the fragrance and it makes you feel refreshed. November 28, 2015A Favourite This is a favourite of a family friend so we make sure we buy him this as a present because we know he loves it. November 21, 2015Bring back Re-charge Black Pepper Body Wash Re-charge Black Pepper has been a favourite of mine for quite some time. I adored the luxurious feel of the lather and the beautiful lasting scent, it was an unbeatable combination. Having used up all my reserves I have been using the new formula for the first time and what a disappointment. The new Black Peppercorn Body Wash feels and smells cheap by comparison. Why would MB throw out a winning combination and resort to an inferior product. I won't be buying any more of this and I hope MB will look again at what they have done and bring back a classic. November 8, 2015Hubbies favourite Repeat buy of my husbands bath product of choice. Smells great and lasts well. November 1, 2015My husbands favourite! My husband won't use any other body wash, this smells gorgeous and leaves his skin clean without drying it out. He gets extra cuddles too because he smells so good! October 27, 2015Incredibly disappointed After discovering the original Molton Brown Madagascan Pepper body wash as a result of a hotel stay a couple years ago, I quickly went out and purchased some for myself after my trip and was absolutely smitten with the product! At some point I switched body wash and forgot about the MB products until I was recently reminded of them. Recalling how much I loved the intense scent and how invigorating the wash was, I bought some more last week keen to introduce my boyfriend to an amazing product. Despite the reviews, I was hopeful that the scent wasn't too dissimilar to the original. Unfortunately, those that were fans of the original product are dead on the money. The new formula is weak, "soapy/cheap" smelling and not even remotely close to the original. I'm incredibly disappointed that such a strong brand with such an amazing product could mess with perfection! I think given the reviews here it would be worthwhile revisiting the formula or perhaps MB could chime in with some response as to why the drastic reduction in quality? Newcomers to MB who have not yet experienced the original will still admittedly find this a pleasant scent but I agree with others that this is no better a product than I can pick up at a supermarket. Incredibly disappointing! September 11, 2015Why change the original? I loved the original Black Pepper Recharge. It had a deep, embracing, luxuriant scent that hit all the right notes and lingered in a good way. It was the first MB product I ever tried and it was what kept me coming back for more. The revised version is thin and shrill, and frankly smells cheap like a supermarket product. Would really love to know the reasons for the change. I won't buy this particular product again because it now stands out as the poor relation to your others. But Bracing Silverbirch will always keep me coming back! August 6, 2015Lost customer Don't know why you changed your formula, but it was a big mistake. I don't plan on buying your products again. Thanks for the previous good service. What do I do now? I liked the fragrance and now I can't get a date! July 13, 2015Bring back the old recipe I was a fan of the former Black Peppercorn Body Wash. I recently received my order and was very disappointed with the aroma. It's not as strong and when using this, the smell does not last as long as it had when it was the RECHARGE. I also felt invigorated and ready for the day. My family liked to use my shower after I was done as they all enjoyed the aromas. I beg you to bring back the ORIGINAL RECHARGE. I used to recommend this product, however, I will no longer purchase this until the original is brought back and I will no longer refer anyone to use this product. July 8, 2015It's Simply Amazing It is love at first smell, great lasting fragrance after the shower, a must have for the gents. I just wish the EDT was as good, many have said its not all that great and so I'm not willing to get it and give it a try just yet, until it is improved. June 11, 2015Re-launch has ruined it! Used to be my husband's favourite fragrance, and mine on him. It was unusual, sexy and high quality. So disappointed to find the fragrance completely changed and rendered thin, boring and cheap smelling. Molton Brown, we are not the only ones who think so judging by the other comments so please get wise! Can't return it because it's been used. May 27, 2015
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Can the BHP be increased to that of a 325i? If so how do you go about it?
The BMW 323i has the same six cylinder engine as that of the 325i but is detuned to bhp of only 177 vs 215 in the 325i. How, who should I contact to tune the car to the same capacity as that of the 325i? My sole distributor and agent here will not do it; makes sense otherwise who would buy the 325i? Thanks Pat
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There are aftermarket computer chips available that claim to boost horsepower. I would look into the availability of one of them. Search for BMW Performance chips.
there's a couple of flash tuners, one called a shark injector found on namotorwerks.com. and the other is bavarian auto's version at bavauto.com. is yours a 98,99, or 00? partial the reason for the different numbers is the double vanos system on the later models of 325's.
start with the cheap basics... high flow air filters and synthetic oil. If you like the sound (I don't), but get an exhaust, it will increase hp and decrease back pressure. after that... then you could go to the chips... unless you like playing with the engine itself, but they don't make a lot of aftermarket parts for those cars
Tuning is easy I'd scew the distributor and just do it yourself. Remember though upgrading your car could affect any type of warranty on your vehicle. Even simple putting an upgraded filter can do it. But anyway if you want a lot of power for a good amount. Look into AFE dry cold air intakes, Free flow exhaust. The performance chips really don't give you as much high power performance as some people might belive. Besides the cost to get a good chip and have it installed is pretty hefty. I personally go with Dinan but you might pay 400 bucks for the program itself plus how much the dealership wants to install it. I'm not agianst chips at all but I'd suggest waiting for a bit. I don't know if your car is manual or not. If you have an automatic thats probably the biggest thing holding you back from your speed you want. But they do make chips for the transmission to adjust their shift time and power out puts that might be the route to go. Anyway if you have more questions you can find me at bavarianpower.com.
It is not the same engine, therefore you just cant tune it to get greater power. True, the cylinders and engine size are....
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