A sweeping energy policy endorsed by Australian Prime Minister Malcom Turnbull earlier this week could position hydropower
as a key asset in the federal government's plan to overhaul the country's power sector.
In a new filing to the IRS — adding to an active investigation prompted by a 2012 complaint that ALEC is operating as a corporate lobbying group while registered as a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit charity — the watchdog organizations detail for the first time how Exxon has used ALEC
as a key asset in its explicit campaign to sow uncertainty about climate science, undermine international climate treaties and block legislation to reduce emissions.
Across all settings, young girls reported a constant emphasis on their physical appearance and their bodies
as their key asset.
Downing Street and David Davis's Brexit department are understood to see Britain's intelligence expertise
as a key asset in negotiations with the bloc.
By the time the midfielder hit 2013, he was seen
as a key asset and was duly voted 2013's Golden Boy for best young player in Europe.
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In a prepared statement, the center pointed to Hamilton's «proficiency in ethnographic assessment and organizational design... her position as a trusted local community member, and familiarity with indigenous artists»
as key assets for the New Orleans center.
Not exact matches
Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those reflected in such forward - looking statements and that should be considered in evaluating our outlook include, but are not limited to, the following: 1) our ability to continue to grow our business and execute our growth strategy, including the timing, execution, and profitability of new and maturing programs; 2) our ability to perform our obligations under our new and maturing commercial, business aircraft, and military development programs, and the related recurring production; 3) our ability to accurately estimate and manage performance, cost, and revenue under our contracts, including our ability to achieve certain cost reductions with respect to the B787 program; 4) margin pressures and the potential for additional forward losses on new and maturing programs; 5) our ability to accommodate, and the cost of accommodating, announced increases in the build rates of certain aircraft; 6) the effect on aircraft demand and build rates of changing customer preferences for business aircraft, including the effect of global economic conditions on the business aircraft market and expanding conflicts or political unrest in the Middle East or Asia; 7) customer cancellations or deferrals
as a result of global economic uncertainty or otherwise; 8) the effect of economic conditions in the industries and markets in which we operate in the U.S. and globally and any changes therein, including fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates; 9) the success and timely execution of
key milestones such
as the receipt of necessary regulatory approvals, including our ability to obtain in a timely fashion any required regulatory or other third party approvals for the consummation of our announced acquisition of Asco, and customer adherence to their announced schedules; 10) our ability to successfully negotiate, or re-negotiate, future pricing under our supply agreements with Boeing and our other customers; 11) our ability to enter into profitable supply arrangements with additional customers; 12) the ability of all parties to satisfy their performance requirements under existing supply contracts with our two major customers, Boeing and Airbus, and other customers, and the risk of nonpayment by such customers; 13) any adverse impact on Boeing's and Airbus» production of aircraft resulting from cancellations, deferrals, or reduced orders by their customers or from labor disputes, domestic or international hostilities, or acts of terrorism; 14) any adverse impact on the demand for air travel or our operations from the outbreak of diseases or epidemic or pandemic outbreaks; 15) our ability to avoid or recover from cyber-based or other security attacks, information technology failures, or other disruptions; 16) returns on pension plan
assets and the impact of future discount rate changes on pension obligations; 17) our ability to borrow additional funds or refinance debt, including our ability to obtain the debt to finance the purchase price for our announced acquisition of Asco on favorable terms or at all; 18) competition from commercial aerospace original equipment manufacturers and other aerostructures suppliers; 19) the effect of governmental laws, such
as U.S. export control laws and U.S. and foreign anti-bribery laws such
as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and the United Kingdom Bribery Act, and environmental laws and agency regulations, both in the U.S. and abroad; 20) the effect of changes in tax law, such
as the effect of The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the «TCJA») that was enacted on December 22, 2017, and changes to the interpretations of or guidance related thereto, and the Company's ability to accurately calculate and estimate the effect of such changes; 21) any reduction in our credit ratings; 22) our dependence on our suppliers,
as well
as the cost and availability of raw materials and purchased components; 23) our ability to recruit and retain a critical mass of highly - skilled employees and our relationships with the unions representing many of our employees; 24) spending by the U.S. and other governments on defense; 25) the possibility that our cash flows and our credit facility may not be adequate for our additional capital needs or for payment of interest on, and principal of, our indebtedness; 26) our exposure under our revolving credit facility to higher interest payments should interest rates increase substantially; 27) the effectiveness of any interest rate hedging programs; 28) the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting; 29) the outcome or impact of ongoing or future litigation, claims, and regulatory actions; 30) exposure to potential product liability and warranty claims; 31) our ability to effectively assess, manage and integrate acquisitions that we pursue, including our ability to successfully integrate the Asco business and generate synergies and other cost savings; 32) our ability to consummate our announced acquisition of Asco in a timely matter while avoiding any unexpected costs, charges, expenses, adverse changes to business relationships and other business disruptions for ourselves and Asco
as a result of the acquisition; 33) our ability to continue selling certain receivables through our supplier financing program; 34) the risks of doing business internationally, including fluctuations in foreign current exchange rates, impositions of tariffs or embargoes, compliance with foreign laws, and domestic and foreign government policies; and 35) our ability to complete the proposed accelerated stock repurchase plan, among other things.
In the pipeline world, the
key assets are tangible — such
as mines and real estate.
For all the hoopla surrounding the digital economy and virtual businesses, the success of many ventures still hinges on serious capital outlay; indeed, a recent benchmark report by the Business Development Bank of Canada identifies «significant» investment in fixed
assets as a
key variable that helps mid-size companies grow into large ones.
He also cited a single late payment in July
as being one of the
key causes of LeEco's cash - flow problems, saying it led to the freezing of his
assets and prompted a slew of early loan recoveries.
Actual results, including with respect to our targets and prospects, could differ materially due to a number of factors, including the risk that we may not obtain sufficient orders to achieve our targeted revenues; price competition in
key markets; the risk that we or our channel partners are not able to develop and expand customer bases and accurately anticipate demand from end customers, which can result in increased inventory and reduced orders
as we experience wide fluctuations in supply and demand; the risk that our commercial Lighting Products results will continue to suffer if new issues arise regarding issues related to product quality for this business; the risk that we may experience production difficulties that preclude us from shipping sufficient quantities to meet customer orders or that result in higher production costs and lower margins; our ability to lower costs; the risk that our results will suffer if we are unable to balance fluctuations in customer demand and capacity, including bringing on additional capacity on a timely basis to meet customer demand; the risk that longer manufacturing lead times may cause customers to fulfill their orders with a competitor's products instead; the risk that the economic and political uncertainty caused by the proposed tariffs by the United States on Chinese goods, and any corresponding Chinese tariffs in response, may negatively impact demand for our products; product mix; risks associated with the ramp - up of production of our new products, and our entry into new business channels different from those in which we have historically operated; the risk that customers do not maintain their favorable perception of our brand and products, resulting in lower demand for our products; the risk that our products fail to perform or fail to meet customer requirements or expectations, resulting in significant additional costs, including costs associated with warranty returns or the potential recall of our products; ongoing uncertainty in global economic conditions, infrastructure development or customer demand that could negatively affect product demand, collectability of receivables and other related matters
as consumers and businesses may defer purchases or payments, or default on payments; risks resulting from the concentration of our business among few customers, including the risk that customers may reduce or cancel orders or fail to honor purchase commitments; the risk that we are not able to enter into acceptable contractual arrangements with the significant customers of the acquired Infineon RF Power business or otherwise not fully realize anticipated benefits of the transaction; the risk that retail customers may alter promotional pricing, increase promotion of a competitor's products over our products or reduce their inventory levels, all of which could negatively affect product demand; the risk that our investments may experience periods of significant stock price volatility causing us to recognize fair value losses on our investment; the risk posed by managing an increasingly complex supply chain that has the ability to supply a sufficient quantity of raw materials, subsystems and finished products with the required specifications and quality; the risk we may be required to record a significant charge to earnings if our goodwill or amortizable
assets become impaired; risks relating to confidential information theft or misuse, including through cyber-attacks or cyber intrusion; our ability to complete development and commercialization of products under development, such
as our pipeline of Wolfspeed products, improved LED chips, LED components, and LED lighting products risks related to our multi-year warranty periods for LED lighting products; risks associated with acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures or investments generally; the rapid development of new technology and competing products that may impair demand or render our products obsolete; the potential lack of customer acceptance for our products; risks associated with ongoing litigation; and other factors discussed in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including our report on Form 10 - K for the fiscal year ended June 25, 2017, and subsequent reports filed with the SEC.
As such, he said, the government welcomes foreign money — just not the foreign state - owned enterprises (SOE) that could nationalize
key assets.
Insights on
key issues, proxy votes and shareholder advocacy from the California State Teachers» Retirement System, Ceres, ICCR, Sustainable Stock Exchange, Nathan Cummings Foundation, Trillium
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Jean assesses the potential for more fiscal support in
key economies,
as well
as the impact on global growth and
asset prices.
As a key component of a hub and spoke online marketing strategy, blogs can be very effective for social media network engagement, online PR, customer service, and as search engine optimization asset
As a
key component of a hub and spoke online marketing strategy, blogs can be very effective for social media network engagement, online PR, customer service, and
as search engine optimization asset
as search engine optimization
assets.
In charting
asset allocation decisions, we see the current situation
as a replay of the economy of 2004 - 2007, but with some
key differences.
This is true, although protecting your digital
assets will also require safeguarding of your private
key by printing it out, creating what's referred to
as a paper wallet.
Mr. Brooke helped define private equity
as an
asset class throughout his career, and was one of the
key individuals responsible for building interest in private equity on an international scale, particularly in Europe, Asia, and Latin America.
These include forward guidance on the future path of its policy rate, stimulating the economy through large - scale
asset purchases (commonly referred to
as quantitative easing), funding to ensure that credit is available to
key economic sectors, and moving its policy rate below zero to encourage spending.
Collectively, although nascent, we are at a
key milestone in the formation of a new dynamic industry and an emerging
asset class that is in many ways is equally about human capital
as much
as it is financial capital.»
Many factors could cause BlackBerry's actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward - looking statements, including, without limitation: BlackBerry's ability to enhance its current products and services, or develop new products and services in a timely manner or at competitive prices, including risks related to new product introductions; risks related to BlackBerry's ability to mitigate the impact of the anticipated decline in BlackBerry's infrastructure access fees on its consolidated revenue by developing an integrated services and software offering; intense competition, rapid change and significant strategic alliances within BlackBerry's industry; BlackBerry's reliance on carrier partners and distributors; risks associated with BlackBerry's foreign operations, including risks related to recent political and economic developments in Venezuela and the impact of foreign currency restrictions; risks relating to network disruptions and other business interruptions, including costs, potential liabilities, lost revenues and reputational damage associated with service interruptions; risks related to BlackBerry's ability to implement and to realize the anticipated benefits of its CORE program; BlackBerry's ability to maintain or increase its cash balance; security risks; BlackBerry's ability to attract and retain
key personnel; risks related to intellectual property rights; BlackBerry's ability to expand and manage BlackBerry ® World ™; risks related to the collection, storage, transmission, use and disclosure of confidential and personal information; BlackBerry's ability to manage inventory and
asset risk; BlackBerry's reliance on suppliers of functional components for its products and risks relating to its supply chain; BlackBerry's ability to obtain rights to use software or components supplied by third parties; BlackBerry's ability to successfully maintain and enhance its brand; risks related to government regulations, including regulations relating to encryption technology; BlackBerry's ability to continue to adapt to recent board and management changes and headcount reductions; reliance on strategic alliances with third - party network infrastructure developers, software platform vendors and service platform vendors; BlackBerry's reliance on third - party manufacturers; potential defects and vulnerabilities in BlackBerry's products; risks related to litigation, including litigation claims arising from BlackBerry's practice of providing forward - looking guidance; potential charges relating to the impairment of intangible
assets recorded on BlackBerry's balance sheet; risks
as a result of actions of activist shareholders; government regulation of wireless spectrum and radio frequencies; risks related to economic and geopolitical conditions; risks associated with acquisitions; foreign exchange risks; and difficulties in forecasting BlackBerry's financial results given the rapid technological changes, evolving industry standards, intense competition and short product life cycles that characterize the wireless communications industry.
Meanwhile, bond markets are concentrating
as key participants, such as asset managers, shrink in number but expand in size.8 As a result, market liquidity may increasingly come to depend on the portfolio allocation decisions of only a few large institution
as key participants, such
as asset managers, shrink in number but expand in size.8 As a result, market liquidity may increasingly come to depend on the portfolio allocation decisions of only a few large institution
as asset managers, shrink in number but expand in size.8
As a result, market liquidity may increasingly come to depend on the portfolio allocation decisions of only a few large institution
As a result, market liquidity may increasingly come to depend on the portfolio allocation decisions of only a few large institutions.
My curiosity is one of my biggest
assets — it's certainly been the
key to my success
as a businessperson.
As most virtual coins, Lumens (XLM) are not to be owned physically; users can only claim their possessions over the
assets with an in - platform generated personal
key.
Currencies registered the largest move before the announcements among the main
asset classes, and
as far
as directional moves are concerned that remained the case following the
key event too.
Key findings here included the fact that SWFs often chose to enter private markets
as they believed that their long - dated liabilities mean they can benefit from the illiquidity premium that these
assets offer.
This summary discusses those views and
key considerations for
asset owners
as they evaluate integrating responsible investing into the management of their portfolios.
He or she is the
key figure, and the most valuable
asset of the business, and
as the bank, we want to keep the owner motivated and involved,» says BBVA Compass Director of Credit Risk — Small Business David Peacock.
To do so, GOBankingRates compared survey responses to
key retirement savings benchmarks based on a savings rate of 5 percent of income and checkpoints sourced from J.P. Morgan
Asset Management,
as well
as Census Bureau data on median incomes by age range.
Key to our ecosystem is the innovation of REAL Tokens, a unique Blockchain - secured digital
asset with inherent value
as a secure cryptocurrency, which may be traded or used to participate in Crowdfunding by purchasing Real Estate Participations...
The 10 - year US Treasury yield hit the
key psychological 3 % earlier this week and now threatens to extend its gains, placing risk
assets in jeopardy
as investors weigh the potential consequences.
In order to demonstrate commitment to increased transparency within the financial industry, the Saxo Group has taken the initiative to publicise on a monthly basis
key figures related to its activity, namely retail
assets under management
as well
as daily average and monthly trading volumes.
In its seventh edition, this state of the market report presents investors» perspectives on
key issues important to the impact investing industry,
as well
as analysis of their investment activity,
asset allocations by geography, sector, and investment instrument, impact measurement practice, and performance.
When more money is printed, gold has traditionally been a beneficiary, for two
key reasons: 1) If the money - printing is accompanied by economic growth, greater access to capital might boost demand for luxury items, including gold (the Love Trade); and 2) If the money - printing isn't accompanied by economic growth, inflationary pressures might prompt investors to increase their exposure to real
assets, such
as gold (the Fear Trade).
Key to the Goldman Sachs approach: Bitcoin
as an
asset, not
as a currency.
The cost centers on crypto currency and Blockchain
assets showed dramatic growth, leaving behind some
key economic indicators, such
as the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the S&P 500.
In fact, volatility (which we view
as an
asset to be utilised) is a
key component that increases our chances of providing superior returns over time - thus we welcome volatility» Allan Mecham
As largely expected by the market, the European Central Bank has left
key interests unchanged, and has extended the time horizon for its
asset purchasing programme.
Examples of these risks, uncertainties and other factors include, but are not limited to the impact of: adverse general economic and related factors, such
as fluctuating or increasing levels of unemployment, underemployment and the volatility of fuel prices, declines in the securities and real estate markets, and perceptions of these conditions that decrease the level of disposable income of consumers or consumer confidence; adverse events impacting the security of travel, such
as terrorist acts, armed conflict and threats thereof, acts of piracy, and other international events; the risks and increased costs associated with operating internationally; our expansion into and investments in new markets; breaches in data security or other disturbances to our information technology and other networks; the spread of epidemics and viral outbreaks; adverse incidents involving cruise ships; changes in fuel prices and / or other cruise operating costs; any impairment of our tradenames or goodwill; our hedging strategies; our inability to obtain adequate insurance coverage; our substantial indebtedness, including the ability to raise additional capital to fund our operations, and to generate the necessary amount of cash to service our existing debt; restrictions in the agreements governing our indebtedness that limit our flexibility in operating our business; the significant portion of our
assets pledged
as collateral under our existing debt agreements and the ability of our creditors to accelerate the repayment of our indebtedness; volatility and disruptions in the global credit and financial markets, which may adversely affect our ability to borrow and could increase our counterparty credit risks, including those under our credit facilities, derivatives, contingent obligations, insurance contracts and new ship progress payment guarantees; fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates; overcapacity in
key markets or globally; our inability to recruit or retain qualified personnel or the loss of
key personnel; future changes relating to how external distribution channels sell and market our cruises; our reliance on third parties to provide hotel management services to certain ships and certain other services; delays in our shipbuilding program and ship repairs, maintenance and refurbishments; future increases in the price of, or major changes or reduction in, commercial airline services; seasonal variations in passenger fare rates and occupancy levels at different times of the year; our ability to keep pace with developments in technology; amendments to our collective bargaining agreements for crew members and other employee relation issues; the continued availability of attractive port destinations; pending or threatened litigation, investigations and enforcement actions; changes involving the tax and environmental regulatory regimes in which we operate; and other factors set forth under «Risk Factors» in our most recently filed Annual Report on Form 10 - K and subsequent filings by the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
-- On the bond / fixed income market:
as you mentioned, bonds could be a
key contender in the year of what
asset class loses the least this year — but who knows?
Make sure you are dressed neatly (first impressions are
key) and are prepared to offer copies of your last two years tax returns, last two months of paychecks, last two months of financial statements and copies of your drivers license
as proof of your income and
asset accumulation.
They launched leading with Non-GMO Project Verification
as being one of their
key product
assets, and it's definitely paid off for them.»
It will be interesting to see whether farmers will be driven purely by price or other factors will come into play, such
as preferring to be part of an Australian - owned operator such
as Bega Cheese, which has been widely tipped in the media
as an interested party for a full takeover or some
key assets.
We are the food and beverage industry leader in turn -
key liquidation of entire plants,
as well
as equipment liquidation on an «
asset - by -
asset» basis
How services help to build, maintain and improve beverage producers» line performance throughout their
asset lifecycle will be a
key highlight for Sidel and Gebo Cermex services teams, exhibiting jointly
as part of the Sidel Group at drinktec 2017 (11 - 15 September).
How services help to build, maintain and improve beverage producers» line performance throughout their
asset lifecycle will be a
key highlight for Sidel and Gebo Cermex services teams, exhibiting jointly
as part of the Sidel Group at drinktec 2017.
The local knowledge and experience of Dr Tourenq and Tim Field — Banrock Station's Wetland and Conservation Ranger — are
key to helping maintain a healthy and resilient river system — one in which irrigated agriculture such
as winemaking can continue to flourish while environmental
assets are preserved for the benefit of all Australians.
Shares in Treasury Wine Estates, the world's biggest listed winemaker and owner of brands such
as Penfolds, Wolf Blass and Rosemount, have rocketed nearly 15 per cent this morning on rumors that global French drinks giant Pernod Ricard could be circling to snap up
key assets of the business including its billion dollar US vineyards and wine labels.
How services help to build, maintain and improve beverage producers» line performance throughout their
asset lifecycle is a
key highlight for Sidel and Gebo Cermex, exhibiting jointly
as part of the Sidel Group at drinktec 2017, who at a massive joint stand show an impressive range of their innovations.