The fine art of investing

Article Abstract:

The sale of art has developed into a significant and growing industry with quality sales in galleries rising from $100 million a year in 2003 to $400 million in the year 2004. Academics and economists have demonstrated that including art in an investment could yield important diversification benefits.

Sales & consumption, Financial management, Company investment, Investments, Art museums, Art industry, Art industries and trade, Industry sales and revenue

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53% return in 11 days

Article Abstract:

The returns on contracts for difference (CFDs) from trading in BHP Billiton's stocks on Australian share markets are discussed. A whopping 53% return was generated in mid-May. However, there are risks associated with such trading. The pros and cons of using CFDs are discussed.

Methods, Analysis, Evaluation, Economic aspects, Return on investment, Rate of return, Stock markets, Stock market, Sales contracts, Money market instruments

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Fierce fight for Foster's art

Article Abstract:

The Foster's corporate art collection is to be auctioned. Auction houses are competing with each other to provide the auction services for what could be the most important sale of 2005. The art collection itself is evoking considerable interest amongst the buyers.

Acquisitions & mergers, Malt beverages, Miscellaneous retail stores, not elsewhere classified, Mergers, acquisitions and divestments, Company acquisition/merger, Brewing industry, Breweries, Collections and collecting, Auction firms, Art auctions, Foster's Group Ltd.

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