tokyo News (Japan)

Venture index values are usually driven by the value of companies exiting during the quarter.

Navasota Group are very pleased to see the data reflecting how Australian private equity as a whole has performed very well despite challenging market conditions

This summer The Peninsula Tokyo introduces a customized selection of Summer Splendour options, offering friends and family the opportunity to personalize their stay and indulge according to their own preferences and style.

In China and Israel, investment growth significantly outpaced deal activity as investors favored mature companies, which often require larger rounds

At year end, the Index stood at 115.3, its highest level since the fourth quarter of 2007. Other key metrics captured by the fourth quarter Private Equity Index include:

In 2012, the global biotechnology market is forecast to have a value of $275,757 million, an increase of 60.5% over 2007

By year-over-year comparison, investment in technology edged up to $1.6 billion from $1.3 billion in 2010 and included 231 deals

CSG corporate clients happy aftter having made over 25% returns in AVL

All through the year, commodity prices have been rising: Copper has soared 24.5% since 2010 began, while gold is up 23%. Wheat, corn and oil also have continued to climb. Unsurprisingly, that growth has attracted many investors.

Japan-based firms need to provide peace of mind and reliable support for their Tokyo clients. Space Design Inc. is proud to offer safe, accessible and reliable accommodation and offices for firms trying to achieve “Business as Usual” in Tokyo.

Audio department of Marwah Studios has join hands with the most popular audio product company of Japan Yamaha

As you know, Japan earthquake and Tsunami has massive damages. CentZeal Holdings supports relief activities to donate to Japanese Red Cross Society by cooperation from people all over the world.

The trade association asked more than 330 venture investors and 180 CEOs of venture-backed companies for their views on where the money will flow in 2011.

During this time of need, we are doing everything we can to help the family and friends of our colleagues along with all the sufferers in Japan

Akamai Technologies (AKAM: $39) has been picked by Pro Capital Management's Equity Research as its Focus Stock of the Week.

Oramed Pharmaceuticals Inc. (OTC: ORMP), a developer of oral delivery systems, announced today that it has completed a capital raise of $3,356,000..

BridgePoint Medical, Inc., a private company developing innovative and proprietary technology in the field of interventional cardiology for...

While $5 billion may seem like a lot of money, it is small money in the capital-intensive energy industry.

Supplies of indium, used in liquid-crystal displays, and of hafnium, a critical element for next-generation semiconductors, could be exhausted by 2017, according to a new report.

Animals on Board now promises something for all android users, as Meteor Creations deveops their first android application.

China’s cabinet announced that it would allow foreign entities to invest in partnerships in China

Tokyo-based recruitment firm Wahl & Case has announced an innovative new fee agreement designed to mitigate clients’ risk when hiring.

SoftBank has launched Pinoy Call where Filipinos in Japan can have access to all the Filipino Ring Back Tone (RBT) content. Whenever someone calls, he/she will be entertained by a Filipino Song from Pinoy Call's massive library.

Adam is a great addition to the life science team at Navasota Group.

IT DeSign announces the release of its SDK, “design QR Code Generator Kit” that can build the code generator functionality into the application and system.

CSG have been considering taking their company public for a few years now. Reasons why they have stayed private this long.

Those prospects have many Venture Capital firms that operate in the U.S., both large and small, visibly nervous, said Rob Fore, a partner in the Silicon Valley office of financial law.

In 2010, over 190 companies had filed plans to go public.

Mr. Peter Ashfold has hit his monthly target already and his client portfolio has become the largest in the company for any one executive.

Every year we try to push our executives to expand and diversify our clients portfolios. This year wil be based on breaking into the Green sector of the markets.

By 2013 ecommerce revenue will hit a staggering $963 billion.

By most estimates, BP plc (BP) stock has shed more than $70 billion in value since April 20 when word first broke about an explosion on an oil rig in the Gulf of Mexico that subsequently resulted in the worst crude oil disaster in U.S. history.

Japan Business establishment, Japan branch, Japan Local Co, Accounting, Co & Individual Tax, Payroll, Japan Work Permit, Business services, Market Development services entry & post-entry level business support.

"Navasota Group will continue to invest in groundbreaking startups in a variety of sectors where there is room for tremendous growth,"

Shares in oil major BP hit a six-month high on Tuesday after reports rival Royal Dutch Shell considered a takeover bid, and that economic damages from its oil spill will be lower than forecast.

SHARES AT HIGHEST LEVEL IN SIX MONTHS SHARES in BP surged yesterday amid fresh speculation that a rival oil giant is interested in taking over the beleaguered firm.

Navasota Group has chosen to establish its EIR Program due to the firm's proven track record of fostering entrepreneurs to build successful, sustainable businesses based on advanced clean technologies.

"The show was on time and on target... they put on one heck of a performance for us and we would gladly have them back anytime. - Don Butcher, Entertainment Co-Chair - Hampton Bay Days

Following the participation by exhibitors from Japan at the 2010 Luxury Properties Showcase last December in Beijing, Astrix has been appointed by China Rendez-Vous Ltd to bring exhibitors to Hainan to showcase the best of Japan.

As Wiltshire Capital studies the US venture capital market; thirty-five US venture capital funds raised nearly $3 billion in the fourth quarter of 2010.

In 2010 Navasota Group saw the movement from abysmal to viable in the venture-backed IPO.

Although overall fund-raising was down for the year, in the fourth quarter, firms raised $26.7 billion in 65 funds, up 19% from the $22.5 billion raised by 101 funds in the same period in 2009.

During the fourth quarter of 2010, 126 exits raised $11.8 billion, a slight increase in activity from the same period last year when 123 exits raised $11 billion.

The OSC will undertake a review of our business standards and make recommendations to the Board of Directors and senior management to reinforce the firm’s client focus and improve upon the transparency of our activities.

Venture Capitalists ranked healthcare high on their list of target industries.

2010 investment view roughly in line with 2009

He is currently a Director of a number of companies involved and is retained as an adviser by several Tokyo based investment organizations.

A well established, fast-growing Private Equity firm is searching for a dynamic, independent, sharp, out-of-the box thinker to join their Private Equity team.

A new Venture Capital report about China has caught Navasota Group’s eye

KayBee Tutors Tokyo is now offering Small Group Math tutorials