Archive for November, 2006
The Debt Or Equity Decision
A business normally needs funding. This can be in the form of debt or from equity financing.
The following are some of the considerations that can influenced us on the choice/type of finance:
The relative cost of finance
Debt finance is usually cheaper than equity finance because debt finance is safer from a lender’s [...]
November 21, 2006
Posted in: Sources of Financing 
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Malaysian REITs Set to Grow
Recently, reported in The Star (11/10/06), Aseambankers have forwarded some interesting statistics on REIT in Malaysia, Singapore and Hong Kong which are briefly described as follows:
Malaysia’s five real estate investment trusts (REITs) have a market capitalisation of about US$550million with an average yield of [...]
November 14, 2006
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Humors
The below humors for those can stomach the smartness of women:
WIFE VS. HUSBAND
A couple drove down a country road for several miles,
not saying a word. An earlier discussion had led to an
argument and neither of them wanted to concede their
position. As they passed a barnyard of mules, goats,
and pigs, the husband asked sarcastically,
“Relatives of yours?” [...]
November 3, 2006
Posted in: HUMOURS/JOKES No Comments
Tax Incentives For The Venture Capital Industry
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The following incentives are available :
(a) Venture Capital Companies Investing In Venture Companies:
Venture Capital Companies (VCC) investing in venture companies are given full tax exemption on all sources of income for 10 years of assessment or [...]
November 1, 2006
Posted in: Corporate Tax, Venture Capital One Comment
Useful Links Relating to Venture Capital Companies
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Append below are some useful link to:
Venture Capital Associations:
www.hkvca.com.hk – Hong Kong
www.tvca.org.tw – Taiwan
www.cvca.com.hk – China
www.kvca.or.kr – Korea
www.svca.org.sg – Spore
www.nvca.com – North America
www.evca.com – European
Venture Capitalist:
www.garage.com
www.vfinance.com
www.assetnews.com
www.asiape.com
www.redherring.com
www.watsonwyatt.com
MALAYSIAN Venture Capitalists
www.waldenintl.com
www.commerce-ventures.com.my
www.dtacapital.com
www.firstfloorcapital.com
www.ispringcapital.com
www.mavcap.com
www.mayban-ventures.com.my
www.mtdc.com.my [...]
November 1, 2006
Posted in: Venture Capital One Comment
Minimum Information Required For Discussion With Venture Capitalist
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Sometimes, we would like to explore with an initial discussion with Venture Capitalist. What then are the minimum information that you need to prepare? Of course, you already have a business plan it’s even better.
Otherwise, the following represent a sample for minimum information [...]
November 1, 2006
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Venture Capital: Introduction & Common Questions Asked
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Venture capital is another source of fund that is worthwhile to explore.
(a) What really is venture capital?
Venture capital is a form of “ risk capital” where the capital is invested in a project/business with substantial element of risk relating to the future creation of [...]
November 1, 2006
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