The analytical edge: even in a booming market, brokers are under increasing pressure to perform

Article Abstract:

The pressures facing the Australian broking industry are discussed. Fund managers are undertaking their own research, thus scaling down the number of brokers they use, and brokers are now expected to give improved service in areas such as fulfilling orders.

Services, Stockbrokers

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Pretty Girl claims it was sold a pup, not a profit

Article Abstract:

Issues concerning the dispute between Woolworths and Pretty girl over the sale of Rockmans Stores are discussed. Woolworths sold the 258 store fashion chain Rockmans for A$50 million in December 1999 to Pretty Girl.

Australia, Clothing industry, Pretty Girl, Rockmans Stores, Woolworths Ltd.

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County, from high flier to yesterday's hero

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Issues are presented concerning the performance of County Investment Management before and after it was acquired by the National Australia Bank. The changing role of chairman Charles Macek is discussed.

Behavior, Investment advisers, National Australia Bank Ltd., Macek, Charles, County Investment Management

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