Infographic: The World of BIG Data
Here is a fascinating infographic showing the astonishing growth of data with the invention of computers: Click to enlarge Source: Big Data – Taking a quantum leap, Global Investor, June 2013, Credit Suisse
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The FTSE 100 At Thirty: Then and Now
The FTSE 100 turns thirty this year. With a base level of 1000, it was launched in January 1984 as a broader measure of the corporate British economy. The chart below shows the performance of the index over the past 30 years: Click to enlarge Source: FTSE 100 turns thirty, Fidelity UK On Friday the FTSE …
How Big Are Equity Markets In Emerging Countries?
Stock markets in developing countries are small in terms of market capitalization compared to their peers in the developed world. The latest issue of The Economist has the following graphic on emerging market equities: Click to enlarge Source: Shares in emerging markets Scarce, The Economist It should be noted that only the freely traded shares …
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Obesity Rates For Adults Across Countries
Obesity is increasingly becoming an problem around the world. It is particularly high in developed countries compared to developing countries. In the U.S., the obesity epidemic adds billions of dollars in healthcare costs. Relatively very cheap food prices, lethargic lifestyle, high dependence on automobile for transport, high consumption of genetically modified foods, high amounts of …
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A Note on National Australia Bank Limited Stock Split
National Australia Bank Limited, one of Australia’s largest banks has announced a stock split on its ADR. From the announcement by the depository bank: Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas (“DBTCA”), as Depositary, will change the ratio on National Australia Bank Limited American Depositary Receipt (“ADR”) program. The ratio will change from 1 ADS representing 1 ordinary …
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