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Sunday, April 29, 2012

Schroders to buy 25 pct of India's AXIS Asset Mgt

LONDON (Reuters) - Funds firm Schroders Plc is buying a 25 percent stake in India's Axis Asset Management Co, aiming to tap into growing business opportunities in Asia's third-largest economy and meet demand for financial products from its burgeoning middle class.

Axis AMC, founded in 2009 by Axis Bank, is ranked 15th in India's 44-player asset management business with around $2.3 billion (1.4 billion pounds) of assets under management. The purchase price has been kept confidential, a spokesman for Schroders said.

Lured by the long-term prospects seen in India, overseas fund managers such as U.S.-based T. Rowe Price Group Inc have been buying into Indian money managers.

Nippon Life Insurance in January agreed to pay $290 million for a 26 percent stake in the asset management unit of India's Reliance Capital Ltd , joining other foreign fund managers seeking to tap into the country's growing middle class.

Assets under management by Indian fund managers rose to 5.9 trillion rupees as of March 2011 from 2.3 trillion in March 2006, according to a study by PricewaterhouseCoopers.

"We are delighted to enter a long-term partnership with Axis Bank with the objective of building a leading Indian asset management business," Michael Dobson, chief executive of Schroders, said in a statement.

"This enables us to participate in the growth opportunity represented by the Indian mutual fund market through a strategic relationship with a leading private sector bank."

The transaction is subject to regulatory approval and is expected to complete during 2012.

Not known for frequent corporate acquisition activity, Schroders, which manages assets worth around 180 billion pounds ($291.4 billion), tends to enter new markets through joint ventures. In 2006, the 200-year old British fund firm bought a 30 percent stake in a fund management company run by China's Bank of Communications.

Schroders shares were trading around 2 percent higher at 1330 GMT at 1,448 pence, while the blue chip FTSE index <.FTSE> was up half a percent. ($1 = 0.6178 British pounds)

(Additional reporting by Swati Pandey in Mumbai; Editing by David Holmes)


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Friday, April 6, 2012

First Asset Canadian Dividend Opportunity Fund Press Release - msnbc.com

TORONTO, ONTARIO — First Asset Canadian Dividend Opportunity Fund (TSX:DOF.UN) (the "Fund") confirms that it will convert into an open-end mutual fund (the "Conversion") on April 19, 2012. The Fund's units will be delisted from the Toronto Stock Exchange at the close of business on April 13, 2012 in order to permit the completion of the Conversion.

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Wednesday, March 14, 2012

Green Asset International Inc. Dedicates Unprecedented $100 Million Funding Facility to Medical Marijuana Division

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., March 14, 2012 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- Green media executive Cheryl Shuman announced today that Green Asset International Inc. (GreenAssetInc.com) is dedicating an unprecedented US $100 Million funding facility to develop the corporatization and rebranding of the cannabis industry's ancillary businesses.

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Green Asset International Inc. C.E.O. Cheryl Shuman will review and acquire legal businesses within the medical cannabis industry. Shuman estimates at least a billion dollars in current ancillary business opportunities.  As one of the world's most respected voices of the movement, it's Shuman's challenge and responsibility to remove the negative stigma and stereotypes of the cannabis user.   Real men and women in the corporate world are taking a stand to make a change by boldly 'coming out to the closet' to show their support and the validity of this great, growth-potential business by investing in the cannabis sector.

Green Asset announced the formation of the cannabis industry's first acquisition vehicle to take advantage of the $1.7 billion medical marijuana market.  To further assist investors, Green Asset will host a series of symposiums to share information and present opportunities to these potential investors.

Green Asset plans to target for acquisition cutting-edge medical and social media companies, with a focus on consolidating those sectors.  The funding agreement is broad and allows Green Asset to fund its objective of finding and acquiring established companies in expanding medical and social media fields and consolidating them for maximum efficiency and profitability. Green Asset will target for purchase profitable and successful companies that need more capital to reach their full potential.

"This creates a wonderful opportunity for entrepreneurs and smart investors to be on the ground floor of this exciting and groundbreaking industry.  There are great financial rewards coupled with a chance to be involved in a hot ticket business that is on the cutting edge", said Green Asset CEO Cheryl Shuman.

"The beautiful thing about the cannabis plant is that it not only has the ability to heal a multitude of illnesses, it also has the power to heal the economy by creating desperately needed jobs that can grow small businesses.  Even in the face of this dismal national economy, the legal medical cannabis industry is growing and creating those jobs.  There is a huge network of educated and sophisticated cannabis consuming investors that envision enormous rewards financially, environmentally and socially.  It's a win-win-win," said Shuman.

Many investment groups and businesses have shown serious interest in the great opportunities inclusive in this sector but have not done so yet, partially due to a lack of information.  Green Asset addresses this by educating with market data and knowledge.

Experts and investors agree that this industry has a great deal of promise.  The formation of Green Asset, and the subsequent great response to it, is indicative of the evolvement of this industry and provides investors with the best opportunities.

The Green Asset Symposiums are the next logical step for the medical cannabis industry and follow in the footsteps of the many other industries that have educated investors on start-ups, such as the bio-tech and green industries.

The medical marijuana business has a five-year market potential of $8.7 billion and sales in 2011 were reported at $1.3 billion according to the See Change Strategy market report. (http://medicalmarijuanamarkets.com/)

CEO Cheryl Shuman brings 25 years of experience working with media, celebrities, marketing and health care in Beverly Hills. Since 1996, Shuman has been pursuing her passion in the alternative health and social movement working as a medical cannabis activist and legal cannabis patient.   Using cannabis and other alternative health options, Shuman has survived cancer and injuries from two car crashes. She is the former Executive Director of Beverly Hills NORML and Director of Celebrity, Media and Public Relations for KUSH Magazine.  She is an expert in anti-aging, alternative healthcare and community activism.

"The therapeutic value of socialization and the building of community cannot be overstated. The right of patients to peaceably assemble - to socialize and build family and community, and network and organize - is paramount for their health and recovery. Our social networking platforms and development and marketing of alternative medical treatment options will provide fellowship for consumers, patients and activists internationally," states Shuman.

"We as a modern society can fiscally improve our budget by moving cannabis from the criminal sector into the lawful sector," Shuman said. "This is not a left or right issue -- it's really common sense. Regulation and taxation of marijuana could produce billions of dollars in additional tax revenue, as well as save on the enormous costs of law enforcement. Bottom line is the prohibition of marijuana has been a fiscal fiasco. Green Asset's group of investors is the answer to resolving these issues. Green Asset represents the largest financial commitment for cannabis related investment in history. For additional information see: www.GreenAssetInc.com"

Media Contact: Cheryl Shuman Green Asset International Inc., 310-779-4797, Cheryl.Shuman@GreenAssetInc.com

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Green Asset International Inc. Dedicates Unprecedented $100 Million Funding Facility to Medical Marijuana Division - PR Newswire

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BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., March 14, 2012 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- Green media executive Cheryl Shuman announced today that Green Asset International Inc. (GreenAssetInc.com) is dedicating an unprecedented US $100 Million funding facility to develop the corporatization and rebranding of the cannabis industry's ancillary businesses.

(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120314/CG70009)

Green Asset International Inc. C.E.O. Cheryl Shuman will review and acquire legal businesses within the medical cannabis industry. Shuman estimates at least a billion dollars in current ancillary business opportunities.  As one of the world's most respected voices of the movement, it's Shuman's challenge and responsibility to remove the negative stigma and stereotypes of the cannabis user.   Real men and women in the corporate world are taking a stand to make a change by boldly 'coming out to the closet' to show their support and the validity of this great, growth-potential business by investing in the cannabis sector.

Green Asset announced the formation of the cannabis industry's first acquisition vehicle to take advantage of the $1.7 billion medical marijuana market.  To further assist investors, Green Asset will host a series of symposiums to share information and present opportunities to these potential investors.

Green Asset plans to target for acquisition cutting-edge medical and social media companies, with a focus on consolidating those sectors.  The funding agreement is broad and allows Green Asset to fund its objective of finding and acquiring established companies in expanding medical and social media fields and consolidating them for maximum efficiency and profitability. Green Asset will target for purchase profitable and successful companies that need more capital to reach their full potential.

"This creates a wonderful opportunity for entrepreneurs and smart investors to be on the ground floor of this exciting and groundbreaking industry.  There are great financial rewards coupled with a chance to be involved in a hot ticket business that is on the cutting edge", said Green Asset CEO Cheryl Shuman.

"The beautiful thing about the cannabis plant is that it not only has the ability to heal a multitude of illnesses, it also has the power to heal the economy by creating desperately needed jobs that can grow small businesses.  Even in the face of this dismal national economy, the legal medical cannabis industry is growing and creating those jobs.  There is a huge network of educated and sophisticated cannabis consuming investors that envision enormous rewards financially, environmentally and socially.  It's a win-win-win," said Shuman.

Many investment groups and businesses have shown serious interest in the great opportunities inclusive in this sector but have not done so yet, partially due to a lack of information.  Green Asset addresses this by educating with market data and knowledge.

Experts and investors agree that this industry has a great deal of promise.  The formation of Green Asset, and the subsequent great response to it, is indicative of the evolvement of this industry and provides investors with the best opportunities.

The Green Asset Symposiums are the next logical step for the medical cannabis industry and follow in the footsteps of the many other industries that have educated investors on start-ups, such as the bio-tech and green industries.

The medical marijuana business has a five-year market potential of $8.7 billion and sales in 2011 were reported at $1.3 billion according to the See Change Strategy market report. (http://medicalmarijuanamarkets.com/)

CEO Cheryl Shuman brings 25 years of experience working with media, celebrities, marketing and health care in Beverly Hills. Since 1996, Shuman has been pursuing her passion in the alternative health and social movement working as a medical cannabis activist and legal cannabis patient.   Using cannabis and other alternative health options, Shuman has survived cancer and injuries from two car crashes. She is the former Executive Director of Beverly Hills NORML and Director of Celebrity, Media and Public Relations for KUSH Magazine.  She is an expert in anti-aging, alternative healthcare and community activism.

"The therapeutic value of socialization and the building of community cannot be overstated. The right of patients to peaceably assemble - to socialize and build family and community, and network and organize - is paramount for their health and recovery. Our social networking platforms and development and marketing of alternative medical treatment options will provide fellowship for consumers, patients and activists internationally," states Shuman.

"We as a modern society can fiscally improve our budget by moving cannabis from the criminal sector into the lawful sector," Shuman said. "This is not a left or right issue -- it's really common sense. Regulation and taxation of marijuana could produce billions of dollars in additional tax revenue, as well as save on the enormous costs of law enforcement. Bottom line is the prohibition of marijuana has been a fiscal fiasco. Green Asset's group of investors is the answer to resolving these issues. Green Asset represents the largest financial commitment for cannabis related investment in history. For additional information see: www.GreenAssetInc.com"

Media Contact: Cheryl Shuman Green Asset International Inc., 310-779-4797, Cheryl.Shuman@GreenAssetInc.com

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Monday, January 30, 2012

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. Announces Results of Annual Meeting of Shareholders - Marketwatch

NEW YORK, Jan 30, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. /quotes/zigman/436372/quotes/nls/hio HIO -0.31% announced today the results of the votes cast at the Fund's annual meeting of shareholders held on January 27, 2012.

Paolo M. Cucchi and R. Jay Gerken were elected as Class II Directors of the Fund by shareholders of the Fund's common stock to hold office until the annual meeting of shareholders in the year 2015 or thereafter when respective successors are duly elected and qualified.

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. is a diversified closed-end management investment company that is advised by Legg Mason Partners Fund Advisor, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Legg Mason, Inc., and is sub-advised by Western Asset Management Company, an affiliate of the adviser.

Contact the Fund at 1-888-777-0102 for more information or consult the Fund's web site at www.leggmason.com/cef .

All data and commentary provided in this press release are for informational purposes only. Legg Mason, Inc. and its affiliates do not engage in selling shares of the Fund.

SOURCE: Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc.

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. 1-888-777-0102 www.leggmason.com/cef

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