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Biostar Raises $3.6 Million

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:26:18 GMT

Biostar Pharmaceuticals has completed a private placement that raised $3.6 million in new capital. Biostar will use the proceeds to complete its new raw materials processing facility. By taking its raw material production in house, Biostar will lower costs and ensure its product quality. Biostar plans to sell excess raw materials to other pharmaceutical companies in the Shaanxi province.[More...]

Bulls Back On Track?

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:21:18 GMT

Good morning. With chants of "Dow 10K… Dow 10K" once again rising from the streets at the corner of Broad and Wall yesterday, it is easy to believe that the bulls are back on track and that we'll soon be looking at new highs for the stock market. And when reviewing the data inputs to yesterday's 204 point romp, it is also easy to don the Dow10K hat once again and join in on the celebration.[More...]

Ford's Main Problem: The UAW's Crippling Job Classifications And Work Rules

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:52:50 GMT

Ford's 2,215 page 2007 master contract with the UAW 1941 UAW-Ford contract[More...]

Your Kind of Day?

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:06:48 GMT

As a rule, I try not to read too terribly much into a "Fed Day" as there is usually a big batch of volatility that may or may not mean much of anything come the dawn of the next day. Maybe, it's just me. Or maybe there are others that find themselves inclined to simply stand aside and watch the nuttiness from the sidelines on "Fed Days." But in any event, the volatility after a Fed announcement, while fun to watch, may not be telling as to what to expect in the future.[More...]

The Dollar-Proof Portfolio

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:31:14 GMT

Don't put off this important piece of the financial-planning process.[More...]

What Investors Should Look for In Today’s Fed Statement

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:04:24 GMT

In its continuing efforts to nurture the fragile economic recovery, the U.S. Federal Reserve is widely expected to leave interest rates at record lows when it concludes its meeting today (Wednesday).[More...]

Are Discount Brokers Shares Worth Owning?

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:28:03 GMT

The third quarter was a favorable one for the longs. Except for a few short-lived, minor pullbacks stock prices moved higher through the quarter. Stock price volatility declined, takeover activity rose, and risk appetite improved to help the S&P gain 15%.[More...]

Technology Rises And Buying Facebook

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:54:11 GMT

Technology stocks have done well this year. The Technology Select Sector SPDR (XLK) bottomed out in March and by late October was up more than 60%. Tech has performed better than any other sector year-to-date – up 33.7% as of Friday’s close.[More...]

Buffett Gets His Cheque Book Out

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:17:34 GMT

Given the slew of positive economic data Monday you might have been forgiven for expecting a decent rebound in risk assets. There was a rebound of sorts in early New York trading, with the Dow up close to 150 points at one stage.[More...]

Five Ways To Ride The Commodities Bull

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 15:21:07 GMT

Commodity prices have faltered in the last couple of weeks, and much of the “smart money” is saying the boom is over. Don’t believe it.[More...]

PCE Signs Agreement to Develop 25MW Hydroelectric Plant in Panama

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 10:54:00 GMT

Petaquilla Minerals's wholly owned subsidiary Panama Central Electrica, has entered into a memorandum of understanding with Generadora Hidroelectrica Santa Maria, for the development of a 25MW hydroelectric plant in the province of Veraguas in Panama.
The agreement establishes the general framework within which the partners Panama Central Electrica (PCE) and Generadora Hidroelectrica Santa Maria will work to advance the hydro project to the stage of a bankable feasibility study.
The partners will also work on updating the 1998 Environmental Impact Study which was previously approved by the Panamanian regulatory agencies in November 1998.

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Petaquilla Board and Management Appointments

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:49:00 GMT

Petaquilla Minerals Ltd. ("Petaquilla" or the "Company") (TSX: PTQ)(OTCBB: PTQMF)(FRANKFURT: P7Z) is pleased to announce that Mr. Joao Manuel has been appointed as the Company's President and Chief Executive Officer.
Mr. Manuel joined the Company in December 2008 as its Chief Operating Officer after serving as the Chief Financial Officer of Petaquilla Copper Ltd. He will be leading the Company into its future production development phases and the continued exploration of the Petaquilla mining district where it owns a 100% interest in several large mineral concessions adjacent to the Molejon gold mine site.
Additionally he will focus on the creation of shareholder value through the spin-off of the Company's fully owned subsidiary, Petaquilla Infrastructure Ltd., which was incorporated for the construction, operation and management of infrastructure facilities required for the development of the mining industry in Panama.

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Petaquilla Announces Delay in Filing Annual Financial Statements

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 06:04:00 GMT

Petaquilla Minerals Ltd. ("Petaquilla" or the "Company") (TSX: PTQ)(OTCBB: PTQMF)(FRANKFURT: P7Z) reports that it has been delayed in filing its annual financial statements, annual Management Discussion & Analysis related thereto and its Annual Information Form in Form 20-F, for the fiscal year ended May 31, 2009, by the required filing date under applicable Canadian securities laws, namely August 31, 2009.
The delay is attributable to additional time required for completion of the May 31, 2009 audit.
The Company has notified the British Columbia and Ontario securities regulators of the filing default and has applied for the issuance of a management cease trade order, which, until the Company has made the required filings, will prohibit trading in Petaquilla shares by Petaquilla directors, officers and other insiders of the Company and those who have been directors, officers or insiders of the Company during the period that the financial statements are being prepared.

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Petaquilla Minerals Ltd. Announces Completion of Stock Option Cancellation Program

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 23:55:00 GMT

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA -- -- 08/24/09 -- Petaquilla Minerals Ltd. announces that it has completed a voluntary stock option cancellation program.[More...]

Petaquilla Provides Update on the Commissioning of the Molejon Gold Plant

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 12:57:00 GMT

- Petaquilla Minerals Ltd. is pleased to announce that in the process of commissioning the Molejon Gold Plant, it has produced approximately 9,525 ounces of gold and 3,195 ounces of silver since April 7, 2009.[More...]

Petaquilla signs Memorandum of Understanding for 25 MW Hydroelectric Plant in Panama

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:56:00 GMT

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA -- -- 06/29/09 -- Petaquilla Minerals Ltd. is pleased to announce that its wholly-owned subsidiary Panama Central Electrica, S.A. has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with Generadora Hidroelectrica Santa Maria, S.A. for the development of a 25MW hydroelectric plant in the Province of Veraguas, Panama. The MOU establishes the general framework within which the partners PCE and Santa Maria will work to advance the Hydro Project to the stage of a bankable feasibility study. The partners will also work on updating the 1998 Environmental Impact Study which was previously approved by the Panamanian regulatory agencies by way of resolution no. IA-012-99 in November of 1998. Upon obtaining a positive bankable feasibility study, the partners intend to commence construction in the fourth quarter of 2010 and ownership of the Hydro Project will be based on capital contribution. The partners will work in good faith to establish definitive terms for the venture as quickly as practicable. In addition, the MOU also contemplates the subsequent development of additional hydro power projects in the central provinces of Panama with cumulative potential of up to 100MW.[More...]

Petaquilla Mine Commissioning Update

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 12:28:00 GMT

- Petaquilla Minerals Ltd. is pleased to provide an update on the commissioning of its wholly-owned Molejon Gold Mine in Panama. As previously announced the Company had initiated pit site preparation and testing of production equipment in late January. Subsequent testing of the gold room recovery processes resulted in a first gold pour on April 7, 2009. The Company maintains its previous estimate that the processing facility will reach its full rated capacity of 2200 tonnes per day in June 2009.[More...]