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    Alhambra Resources Ltd. - Financial and Operating Results for Third Quarter ending September 30, 2008  Dec 2, 2008
    The Corporation's accounting policy for revenue recognition requires this sale to be recorded in the 4th quarter. If the 1,095 oz shipment had been recorded in the 3rd quarter, actual sales would have been higher than that recorded in the 3rd quarter of 2007. (Canada Newswire)

    OMNOVA Solutions Receives Continued Listing Standards Notice from the NYSE  Nov 29, 2008
    This news release may contain forward-looking statements concerning trends, expectations, estimates, forecasts and projections relating to the Company and its business, industries, markets, products, results of operations, financial condition, accounting policies and management judgments, among other things. These statements are intended to qualify for the protections afforded forward-looking statements under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. (PR Newswire)

    Court tables road abandonment proposal pending map review  Nov 29, 2008
    In the report, one stated concern was that the county s accounting policies are not officially documented and that if either the auditor or treasurer were to leave suddenly, their replacement would have not guidelines to follow. According to the report, the auditor and treasurer are working on a written policy. (Cameron Herald, TX)

    Serica Energy plc ("Serica" or the "Company") - Third quarter 2008 report to shareholders  Nov 28, 2008
    QUICK SEARCH BY ORGANIZATION. FREE SUBSCRIPTION SERVICES. (Canada Newswire)

    Logibec Groupe Informatique Ltd.: Strong Revenue and Earnings Growth  Nov 28, 2008
    Revenue and Recurring Revenue(1) in thousands of dollars 2008 2007 Variance --------------------------------------------------------------------- Revenue Canada 33,145 33,407 -1% United States 34,504 11,846 191% --------------------------------------------------------------------- Consolidated Revenue 67,649 45,253 49% --------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------- Recurring Revenue Canada 26,999 25,538... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)

    HF Financial Corp. Completes Its Participation in Treasury Department's Capital Purchase Program  Nov 22, 2008
    These include, but are not limited to, the risks discussed in Part I, Item 1A "Risk Factors" of our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and the following: the current economic turmoil and its impact on capital markets and liquidity; possible legislative changes and adverse economic, business and competitive conditions and developments (such as shrinking interest margins and continued short-term rate environments); deposit outflows; reduced demand for financial services and loan products;... (PR Newswire)

    Interesting Times Are Here Again  Nov 21, 2008
    Yet here in the United States, there is another policy the Obama administration might adopt: suspending the accounting policy of "mark to market." Because of this policy, banks and lending institutions have had to mark down their assets, thus devaluing on their books the capital that they have available to lend. Many of these institutions have healthy cash flows. (Townhall.com)

    Sapiens Announces Q3 2008 Results With Net Income for the First Time After Several Years of Net Losses  Nov 19, 2008
    Except for historical information contained herein, the matters set forth in this release are forward-looking statements that are dependent on certain risks and uncertainties, including such factors, among others, as market acceptance, market demand, pricing, changing regulatory environment, changing economic conditions, risks in new product and service development, the effect of the Company's accounting policies, specific system configurations and software needs of individual customers and... (PR Newswire)

    METRO increased net earnings 25.5% in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2008  Nov 19, 2008
    New Accounting Policies ADOPTED IN 2008 Capital and Financial Instruments In the first quarter of 2008, we adopted three new Handbook sections issued by the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants (CICA): Section 1535 "Capital Disclosures" establishes standards for disclosing information about an entity's capital and how it is managed ... The accounting policies and procedures used in preparing these interim consolidated financial statements are the same as those used in preparing the... (Canada Newswire)

    Syncora Holdings Ltd. Announces Departure of Chief Financial Officer Elizabeth A. Keys  Nov 18, 2008
    These factors include, but are not limited to: our ability to continue as a going concern; higher risk of loss in connection with obligations guaranteed by the Company due to deterioration in the credit markets stemming from the poor performance of subprime residential mortgage loans; the outcome of our negotiations with the bank counterparties concerning the commutation, termination, amendment or otherwise restructuring of their credit default swap ("CDS") contracts and the expiration of their... (PR Newswire)

    Sir Stelios refuses to sign off easyJet's accounts  Nov 18, 2008
    In a formal statement attached to easyJet's final results, the entrepreneur, who owns more than a quarter of the company, sets out his reasons for his concern over accounting policies adopted by the rest of the board, which he believes do not reflect "current commercial realities and the macro-economic climate" ... His criticism of the board's accounting policies centres around the other directors' decision to regard the company as a "single cash generating unit" rather than as a series of... (Times Online)

    easyJet founder Stelios refuses to endorse accounts  Nov 18, 2008
    In a statement attached to easyJet's full-year results, 27 per cent shareholder Mr. Stelios said he disagreed with some of the airline's accounting policies relating to the recent acquisition of GB Airways. I regret to inform you that as a director of easyJet I am unable to approve the annual accounts, he said in Tuesday's statement, adding his disagreement related to the valuation of parts of recent acquisition GB Airways including aircraft and slots at Gatwick airport near London. (Globe and Mail -- Business)

    DOT chief defends conduct  Nov 17, 2008
    Olens said in an interview that the problem could be easily fixed if Georgia changed its accounting policies, and Evans is working on a new type of contract that may address that problem. It seems to me that the reforms she initiated at GDOT were very much needed, Olens said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

    'I want my dad on American soil'  Nov 17, 2008
    The best way to get remains from the Korean War is to get into North Korea, said Lt. Col. Yeong Sik Pak, a personnel accounting policy adviser. Ronald Rose of University City holds out hope for his missing brother. (San Diego Union-Tribune)

    African Copper-Third Quarter 2008 Financial Statements and Management Discussion and Analysis  Nov 15, 2008
    The Financial Statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention and in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards ("IFRS") (see Note 2: Significant Accounting Policies) ... The Group's interim financial information for the period has been prepared in accordance with accounting policies consistent with those adopted in the financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2007, except as explained in Note 2 - Market Conditions and Impairment, and has been drawn... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)

    Advantage Announces 3rd Quarter Results 2008  Nov 14, 2008
    The interim consolidated financial statements of Advantage Energy Income Fund ("Advantage" or the "Fund") have been prepared by management in accordance with Canadian generally accepted accounting principles using the same accounting policies as those set out in note 2 to the consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2007, except as described below ... Changes in Accounting Policies (a) Capital disclosures Effective January 1, 2008, the Fund adopted CICA Handbook Section... (PR Newswire)

    Forex profit & loss in P&L a/c?  Nov 14, 2008
    With India Inc adopting different accounting policies to reflect their losses incurred due to an adverse rupee movement some choosing to show the effect of forex losses in their net profits and some opting not to it is difficult for investors to compare the performance of different enterprises. The ministry aims at bringing uniformity in accounting ways to make financial statements of different companies truly comparable. (India Times)

    Centenario Reports Third Quarter 2008 Results  Nov 14, 2008
    Effective July 1, 2007, all development costs related to the Franke property are being capitalized pursuant to the Company's accounting policy ... This is due to the Company's accounting policy, under which a significant portion of Chile administration expenses are being allocated to Construction In Progress and Pelusa exploration expenses ... Effective July 1, 2007, all development costs related to the Franke property are being capitalized pursuant to the Company's accounting policy. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)

    Solana Resources Limited - Financial report for the nine month period ended September 30, 2008  Nov 13, 2008
    CRITICAL ACCOUNTING POLICIES AND ESTIMATES Petroleum and Natural Gas Operations The Company follows the full cost method of accounting for petroleum and natural gas operations, whereby all costs of exploring for and developing petroleum and natural gas reserves are capitalized in country-by-country cost centres. Such costs include land acquisition costs, geological and geophysical costs, carrying charges on non-producing properties, costs of drilling both productive and non-productive wells,... (Canada Newswire)

    Macquarie satellites sink closer to Earth  Nov 13, 2008
    "Consistent with MQG's accounting policies, we believe sustained asset price deflation and higher discount rates are likely to require material impairment charges on a number of its investments.". The report downgraded earnings per share by 26% to $3. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)

    Magellan Aerospace Corporation announces financial results  Nov 12, 2008
    As a result of these required changes in accounting policies, the Corporation was required to adopt the unit cost method for inventory related to its long-term contracts in replacement of the long-term average cost method. The unit cost method is the prescribed cost method under which the actual production costs are charged to each unit produced and recognized to income as the unit is sold. (Canada Newswire)

    ATS reports second quarter fiscal 2009 results  Nov 12, 2008
    Changes in Accounting Policies Effective April 1, 2008, the Company adopted new Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants ("CICA") Handbook Section 3031 "Inventories" ... Although IFRS uses a conceptual framework similar to Canadian GAAP, differences in accounting policies will need to be addressed. (Canada Newswire)

    U.S. Awards Anthrax Vaccine Deal  Nov 12, 2008
    VaxGen said the reports were delayed because it was implementing new accounting policies and would need to restate earnings reports dating to 2002. Nasdaq informed VaxGen that the issues did not appear to result from impropriety, the company said. (Yahoo News -- Anthrax)

    BELLUS Health Reports Results for Third Quarter of Fiscal 2008 and on EMEA Update  Nov 11, 2008
    For discussion regarding related-party transactions, contractual obligations, disclosure controls and procedures, internal control over financial reporting, critical accounting policies and estimates, recent accounting pronouncements, and risks and uncertainties, refer to the Annual Report and the Annual Information Form for the year ended December 31, 2007, as well as registration statements and other public filings, which are available on SEDAR at or on EDGAR at. This document contains... (PR Newswire)

    Fairborne Energy Ltd. Reports Record Quarterly Production and Cash Flow  Nov 10, 2008
    CHANGE IN ACCOUNTING POLICIES AND RECENT ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS ... The interim consolidated financial statements have been prepared following the same accounting policies and methods of computation as the consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2007, except as noted below ... CHANGES IN ACCOUNTING POLICIES AND PRACTICES. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)

    Horizon Financial Announces Strategic Staff Reduction  Nov 8, 2008
    Factors which could cause actual results to differ materially include, but are not limited to, the credit risks of lending activities, including changes in the level and trend of loan delinquencies and write-offs; changes in general economic conditions, either nationally or in our market areas; changes in the levels of general interest rates, deposit interest rates, our net interest margin and funding sources; fluctuations in the demand for loans, the number of unsold homes and other properties... (Primezone Releases)

    Specialty Underwriters' Alliance, Inc. Reports Results For Third Quarter 2008  Nov 7, 2008
    We believe that these factors include but are not limited to ineffectiveness or obsolescence of our business strategy due to changes in current or future market conditions; increased competition on the basis of pricing, capacity, coverage terms or other factors; greater frequency or severity of claims and loss activity, including as a result of natural or man-made catastrophic events, than our underwriting, reserving or investment practices anticipate based on historical experience or industry... (PR Newswire)

    Any Answers answered: UK GAAP VS. IFRS. By Steve Collings  Nov 7, 2008
    Changes in accounting policyUnder IAS 8 Accounting policies, changes in accounting estimates and errors a company can only change its accounting policies if it results in the financial statements giving more relevant and reliable information. Under FRS 18 Accounting policies management must review their accounting policies to ensure they remain the most appropriate to its particular circumstances for the purposes of giving a true and fair view. (Accounting Web, UK)

    Peyto Energy Trust announces third quarter 2008 results  Nov 6, 2008
    Summary of Significant Accounting Policies The unaudited interim consolidated financial statements of Peyto Energy Trust (the "Trust" or "Peyto") follow the same accounting policies as the most recent annual audited consolidated financial statements except as disclosed in Note 2 ... Changes in Accounting Policies a) Financial Instruments - Disclosure and Presentation As of January 1, 2008, the Trust adopted CICA Handbook Sections, Section 3862 "Financial Instruments - Disclosures" and Section... (PR Newswire)

    Canaccord Capital Inc. Reports second quarter and first half of fiscal 2009 results  Nov 6, 2008
    Canaccord's accounting policies are in accordance with Canadian GAAP and are described in Note 1 to the Audited Annual Consolidated Financial Statements. The accounting policies described below require estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses recorded in the financial statements ... The Company is currently evaluating the impact of the transition to IFRS including its effect on accounting policies, disclosures, financial systems, and... (Canada Newswire)

    Hannover Re Has First Loss Since 2005 on Equity Writedowns, Storm Claims  Nov 5, 2008
    The company's forecast for the fourth quarter ``makes no allowance for the use of accounting policy options or flexibility with respect to valuation measurements,'' Hannover Re said in the statement. To contact the reporter on this story: in Munich at. (Bloomberg -- Germany)

    CML HealthCare Income Fund Reports 2008 Third Quarter Financial Results  Nov 5, 2008
    Factors that could cause results to vary include, but are not limited to: dependence on government-based revenues; pending and proposed legislative or regulatory developments including the impact of changes in laws, regulations and the enforcement thereof; intensifying competition from established competitors and new entrants in the businesses in which we operate; technological change; interest rate fluctuations and general economic conditions; insurance coverage of sufficient scope to satisfy... (Canada Newswire)

    Half Yearly Report and Accounts  Nov 5, 2008
    I am confident that these steps will position the company to take advantage of improved market conditions anticipated in the medium term," Mr Maycock said. CSR has thoroughly reviewed opportunities to restructure its portfolio of businesses and concluded that a restructure may create additional shareholder value under more appropriate market conditions. The potential for a value creating restructure remains under active consideration. 5 November 2008 Media/analyst enquiries: Martin Cole, CSR... (Sydney Morning Herald)

    Gentiva(R) Health Services to Present at November Investment Conferences Hosted by Oppenheimer, Credit Suisse and Stephens  Oct 31, 2008
    These factors include, among others, the following: economic and business conditions, including the ability to access capital markets; demographic changes; changes in, or failure to comply with, existing governmental regulations; legislative proposals for healthcare reform; changes in Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement levels, including changes to the Medicare home health Prospective Payment System effective January 1, 2008; effects of competition in the markets in which the Company operates;... (PR Newswire)

    First Financial Bancorp Reports Third Quarter 2008 Results  Oct 30, 2008
    " The company applied the fair value option to its equity securities of government sponsored entities ("GSE"), specifically 200,000 FHLMC perpetual preferred series V shares; and these shares are classified as trading assets. Third quarter 2008 financial results included a $3.4 million loss related to the company's investment of these securities. As previously mentioned, this loss is a result of the decline in market value of the shares following the September 7, 2008 announcement by the U.S.... (PR Newswire)

    Canadian Oil Sands Trust announces third quarter 2008 results and a reduction in the quarterly distribution to $0.75 per Trust unit  Oct 30, 2008
    CHANGES IN ACCOUNTING POLICIES In its audited consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2007 ("Audited 2007 Financial Statements"), Canadian Oil Sands adopted the requirements of the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants ("CICA") Section 3862 Financial Instruments - Disclosures, Section 3863 Financial Instruments - Presentation and Section 1535 - Capital Disclosures ... The interim consolidated financial statements have been prepared following the same accounting... (PR Newswire)

    Risk of impairment losses for Maybanks acquisitions abroad  Oct 30, 2008
    Maybanks accounting policy, stated in its annual report, is that it assessed whether there is any indication that an investment in subsidiaries and interest in associates may be impaired at each balance sheet date. . (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)

    Boston Properties, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2008 Results  Oct 29, 2008
    These factors include, without limitation, the ability to enter into new leases or renew leases on favorable terms, dependence on tenants' financial condition, the uncertainties of real estate development, acquisition and disposition activity, the ability to effectively integrate acquisitions, the costs and availability of financing, the effectiveness of our interest rate hedging program, the ability of our joint venture partners to satisfy their obligations, the effects of local economic and... (PR Newswire)

    CE Franklin Ltd. announces 2008 Third Quarter Results  Oct 28, 2008
    Change in Accounting Policies Effective January 1, 2008, the Company adopted the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountant's Handbook Section 1535 - Capital Disclosures, Section 3862 - Financial Instruments - Disclosures and Section 3863 - Financial Instruments - Presentation ... CE Franklin Ltd. Notes to Interim Consolidated Financial Statements - Unaudited ------------------------------------------------------------------------- tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars except share... (PR Newswire)

    QLT announces third quarter results for 2008  Oct 28, 2008
    QLT Inc. is listed on The NASDAQ Stock Market under the trading symbol "QLTI" and on The Toronto Stock Exchange under the trading symbol "QLT." A full explanation of how QLT determines and recognizes revenue resulting from Visudyne sales is contained in the financial statements contained in the periodic reports on Forms 10-Q and 10-K, under the heading "Significant Accounting Policies - Revenue Recognition." Visudyne sales are product sales by Novartis under its agreement with QLT. Certain... (Canada Newswire)

    Tata Power Q2 net rises marginally  Oct 28, 2008
    43 crore last year, although the Mumbai-based company said the two quarters weren't comparable du 00004000 e to a change in accounting policies. Its revenue in the same period rose 45% to Rs 1,958. (Economic Times)

    Pelephone Chooses TTI Telecom's Fault Management Solution for Its UMTS Network  Oct 28, 2008
    Forward looking statements in this release involve a number of risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, product demand, pricing, market acceptance, changing economic conditions, risks in product and technology development, the effect of the Company's accounting policies as well as certain other risk factors which are detailed in the Company's SEC filings. Contact. (Primezone Releases)

    Coastal paradise rates as accountant's nightmare  Oct 28, 2008
    The financial statements did not include an accounting policy for the leave pay provision, nor did the leave register record accumulated leave due at year-end. Bank confirmation had not been received for two bank overdraft accounts totalling R8. (Business Report, South Africa)

    Fifth Third Bancorp Announces Plans to Participate in U.S. Treasury Capital Purchase Program  Oct 27, 2008
    Factors that might cause such a difference include, but are not limited to: (1) general economic conditions and weakening in the economy, specifically the real estate market, either national or in the states in which Fifth Third, does business, are less favorable than expected; (2) deteriorating credit quality; (3) political developments, wars or other hostilities may disrupt or increase volatility in securities markets or other economic conditions; (4) changes in the interest rate environment... (PR Newswire)

    Exxon told to pay $7bn for oil spill  Oct 26, 2008
    Thursday January 29 2004. ExxonMobil was yesterday ordered to pay nearly $7bn (3. (Yahoo News -- Oil Spills)

    Northwest Bancorporation, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2008 Financial Results  Oct 25, 2008
    Actual results may differ materially from the results discussed in these forward-looking statements because of numerous risks and uncertainties, including the effects of economic conditions, demand for financial services, competitive conditions in the financial markets, the availability of capital to finance growth, changes in accounting policies; changes in the monetary and fiscal policies of the federal government, changes in laws and regulations, and other risks detailed from time to time in... (Primezone Releases)

    Mark-to-market rule for banks relaxed  Oct 25, 2008
    Here, it is seen more as a move to be consistent and in line with global accounting policies. . (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)

    Comment on this article  Oct 24, 2008
    The technological life of each component in the cost breakdown is based on an assessment of: component design life and failure mechanisms; plant material condition and mode of operation; and company operating and maintenance (O accounting policies and practices ... The reference projections are based on the high standard of maintenance care of the company for which the initial series of depreciable life studies were performed as well as the company's accounting policies regarding capitalizing or... (Energy Pulse, CO)

    Blockbuster Inc. Reiterates Positive Outlook for Full-Year 2008; Sets Date to Announce Third Quarter Results  Oct 23, 2008
    Factors that may cause actual results to vary materially include, among others: (1) consumer appeal of our existing and planned product and service offerings, and the related impact of competitor pricing and product and service offerings; (2) overall industry performance, current and anticipated economic conditions, and the accuracy of our estimates and judgments regarding trends impacting the home video industry; (3) our ability to obtain favorable terms from suppliers, including on such... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    State steps in to resolve conflict over budget  Oct 22, 2008
    While Perry told City Comptroller David Wilkinson that he believed his directive was an accounting policy, Wilkinson disagreed. In my view, the directive is very much a resource allocation and tax policy matter that rightly should be determined jointly by the [sic] Newton s elected Mayor and Board of Aldermen. (Newton Tab, MA)

    Retail biggies  Oct 20, 2008
    However, due to the change in its accounting policy from retail price less mark-up to a more conservative lower of cost or net realisable value, the company is now at par with its peers. Pantaloon estimates that its topline will touch the Rs 30,000-crore mark by the year ending June 12. (India Times)

    Autonomy Corporation plc Announces Results for the Third Quarter Ended September 30, 2008  Oct 15, 2008
    Basis of presentation The accompanying quarterly consolidated financial statements of Autonomy Corporation plc have been prepared in conformity with the recognition and measurement criteria of International Financial Reporting Standards ("IFRS") as adopted by the EU. The accounting policies applied are consistent in all material respects with those applied in the Company's Annual Report for the year ended December 31, 2007 ... The condensed set of financial statements included in this quarterly... (PR Newswire)

    Russia's VTB to cut 4th-qtr costs as crisis bites  Oct 13, 2008
    essential job functions: finance ensure office compliance with irc's accounting policies vis vis fund accounting as noted in irc's finance manual and. az. (guardian.co.uk)

    U.S. Accounting Board Approves Fair-Value Guidance, Sidesteps Flexibility  Oct 11, 2008
    The UBS letter, dated yesterday, was written by , the bank's managing director of accounting policy and support. More needs to be done to immediately address the crisis at hand,'' the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Center for Capital Markets Competitiveness wrote in a comment letter yesterday The center ``requests that FASB freeze and review all currently pending proposed expanded fair value standards,'' center Chairman Richard Murray wrote. (Bloomberg -- US)

    Scotiabank purchases Sun Life Financial's ownership stake in CI Financial  Oct 6, 2008
    These factors include, but are not limited to: the economic and financial conditions in Canada and globally; fluctuations in interest rates and currency values; liquidity; the effect of changes in monetary policy; legislative and regulatory developments in Canada and elsewhere, including changes in tax laws; operational and reputational risks; the accuracy and completeness of information the Bank receives on customers and counterparties; the timely development and introduction of new products... (Canada Newswire)

    West 49 Inc. reports Back-To-School Sales  Sep 25, 2008
    In addition, the Back-to-School period saw the continued strengthening of sales results in Ontario. Based on our success in strengthening our competitive position, as well as in driving the number of units per transaction through our incentive programs, we remain well positioned for the second half of fiscal 2009. (Canada Newswire)

    India Hospitality Corp. Reports Financial Results as of March 31, 2008  Sep 23, 2008
    Consolidated Financial Statements prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards India Hospitality Corp. and its subsidiaries March 31, 2008 LONDON, Sept. 23 /PRNewswire/ -- Contents Page Independent Auditors' report 1 Consolidated Balance Sheet 1 Consolidated Statement of Income 3 Consolidated Statement of Changes in Shareholders' Equity 4 Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows 6 Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 8 Independent Auditors' report To The Board of... (PR Newswire)

    Banker: Malaysia will pull through financial storm  Sep 19, 2008
    If you look at the outcome of this crisis, the rules of the game is going to be reviewed, governance of banks, accounting policies, securities industry, regulation will be reviewed on a global basis, Nazir said. Some people say Lehman Brothers did not die a natural death; it was murdered in the sense it was killed by short sellers. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)

    OMNOVA Solutions Reports Third Quarter 2008 Earnings Per Share of $0.07 Despite Record High Raw Material Costs  Sep 18, 2008
    " Selling, general and administrative expense as a percentage of sales fell to 11.1% in the third quarter of 2008 as compared to 12.2% a year ago. Expenses in the third quarter of 2008 were $26.7 million, including $1.9 million from the Asian businesses, as compared to $24.0 million last year. Interest expense decreased $0.5 million, to $3.0 million, for the third quarter of 2008 due to significantly lower average interest rates as a result of the Company's refinancing actions in 2007, which... (PR Newswire)

    Fed's $85 Billion Loan Rescues Insurer  Sep 17, 2008
    After Mr. Greenberg s departure, A.I.G. restated its books over a five-year period and instituted conservative new accounting policies. But before the company could really rebuild itself, it became embroiled in the mortgage crisis. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)

    Astro posts RM247.32m net loss in Q2  Sep 11, 2008
    Consistent with the groups accounting policies, the group expects to account for its share of Sun Direct TVs losses of up to RM575mil, representing the cost of its 20% equity stake, over the next five years, it said. For the second quarter, its revenue was RM742. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)

    /C O R R E C T I O N from source -- Major Drilling Group International Inc./  Sep 9, 2008
    BASIS OF PRESENTATION --------------------- These interim consolidated financial statements were prepared using accounting policies and methods consistent with those used in the preparation of the Company's audited consolidated financial statements for the year ended April 30, 2008, except for the adoption of new accounting policies as disclosed in Note 2 below ... CHANGES IN ACCOUNTING POLICIES ------------------------------ The Company adopted the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants... (Canada Newswire)

    Sasol Limited Financial Results for the Year Ended 30 June 2008  Sep 8, 2008
    Basis of preparation and accounting policies The provisional summarised consolidated financial results for the year ended 30 June 2008 have been prepared in compliance with the Listings Requirements of the JSE Limited, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (in particular International Accounting Standard 34 Interim Financial Reporting) and the South African Companies Act, 1973, as amended. The accounting policies applied in... (PR Newswire)

    GE Gets "Wells Notice" in SEC Accounting Probe  Sep 6, 2008
    The investigation, which began in January 2005, centers on GE's accounting policies and practices, including items related to revenue recognition and the company's presentation of cash flows. In the filing, GE said its dispute with the agency centered on how it accounted for a number of derivatives, including those it used to hedge against interest rate risk related to commercial paper, as well as the way its aviation, rail, healthcare and industrial businesses booked certain items. (ABC News -- Wire)

    Patheon Reports Third Quarter 2008 Results  Sep 5, 2008
    QUICK SEARCH BY ORGANIZATION. FREE SUBSCRIPTION SERVICES. (Canada Newswire)

    Lakewood Village moves up date of council meeting  Sep 5, 2008
    Two resolutions under consideration will join the town in the FEMA National Flood Insurance Program and put in place a town accounting policy. The council will also discuss reviewing town ordinances, hiring a part-time code enforcement officer, and obtaining badge ID for council members and key personnel. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)

    West 49 Inc. reports second quarter results  Sep 4, 2008
    Investors are cautioned that forward-looking information involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and numerous other factors that may cause actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking information, including without limitation accounting adjustments and changes in accounting policies and methods. Accordingly, investors should not place undue reliance on... (Canada Newswire)

    2008 1st Half Results  Sep 2, 2008
    ---------------- (1) Unless indicated otherwise, all financial data herein are derived from the pro forma section of the GDF SUEZ 2008 half-year financial report (whose principal accounting policies are stated page 5 in this press release) (2) The GDF SUEZ 2008 half-year financial report comprising all of this information is online on : (3) This objective assumes natural gas sales tariffs in France reflect supply costs, It also assumes, for Europe, average weather conditions, no significant... (PR Newswire)

    Churchill Downs Reduces Stakes Purses for 2008 Fall Meet  Aug 30, 2008
    Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from expectations include: the effect of global economic conditions; the effect (including possible increases in the cost of doing business) resulting from future war and terrorist activities or political uncertainties; the economic environment; the impact of increasing insurance costs; the impact of interest rate fluctuations; the effect of any change in our accounting policies or practices; the financial performance of our... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    SEC standards decision to hit private, public firms  Aug 30, 2008
    (NYSE:NFS), now the region s fifth-largest public company, will be private by then because of a planned merger with parent But it still will have some SEC reporting requirements, and still will want its results to be comparable to competitors, said Mike Hakimian, vice president of accounting policy and research at the parent insurer. Strategically, even though we may not technically be required as an organization it will behoove us to move in that direction, he said. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)

    China Finance Online Reports Unaudited Second Quarter 2008 Results  Aug 29, 2008
    Potential risks and uncertainties include, but not limited to, our historical and possible future losses, limited operating history, uncertain regulatory landscape in the People's Republic of China, fluctuations in quarterly operating results, our ability to successfully compete against new and existing competitors, our reliance on relationships with Chinese stock exchanges and raw data providers, changes in accounting policies, our ability to successful acquire and integrate businesses and the... (PR Newswire)

    Maurel & Prom: H108: Sustained Activity & Promising Outlooks  Aug 29, 2008
    According to the accounting policy (Lagopetrol being consolidated under the equity method), Venezuela's production was not included in Group revenues. Operating income The Group's operating income for first half 2008 was EUR86. (PR Newswire)

    QCR Holdings, Inc. Announces Gain From the Sale of Merchant Credit Card Acquiring Business  Aug 29, 2008
    These factors include, among others, the following: (i) the strength of the local and national economy; (ii) the economic impact of any future terrorist threats and attacks, and the response of the United States to any such threats and attacks; (iii) changes in state and federal laws, regulations and governmental policies concerning the Company's general business; (iv) changes in interest rates and prepayment rates of the Company's assets; (v) increased competition in the financial services... (Primezone Releases)

    U.S. Awards Anthrax Vaccine Deal  Aug 29, 2008
    VaxGen said the reports were delayed because it was implementing new accounting policies and would need to restate earnings reports dating to 2002. Nasdaq informed VaxGen that the issues did not appear to result from impropriety, the company said. (Yahoo News -- Anthrax)

    Preliminary Final Report  Aug 29, 2008
    Basis of Preparation The accounting policies adopted are consistent with those of the previous financial year ... Australian Accounting Standards set out accounting policies that the AASB has concluded would result in afinancial report containing relevant and reliable information about transactions, events and conditions to whichthey apply. (Sydney Morning Herald)

    Chunghwa Telecom Reports Operating Results for 1H 2008  Aug 28, 2008
    If you have any questions in connection with the change of accounting policy, please contact the following person: Ms. Fu-fu Shen Tel: +886-2-2344-5488 Fax: +886-2-3393-8188 Email: Address: CHUNGHWA TELECOM CO., LTD. 21-3 Hsinyi Road, Section 1, Taipei, Taiwan, Republic of China. SOURCE Chunghwa Telecom. (PR Newswire)

    TD Bank Financial Group Reports Third Quarter 2008 Results; Raises Dividend  Aug 28, 2008
    Some of the factors - many of which are beyond our control - that could cause such differences include: credit, market (including equity and commodity), liquidity, interest rate, operational, reputational, insurance, strategic, foreign exchange, regulatory, legal and other risks discussed in the Bank's 2007 Annual Report and in other regulatory filings made in Canada and with the SEC; general business and economic conditions in Canada, the U.S. and other countries in which the Bank conducts... (Canada Newswire)

    B&B Wind ups payout by 16%  Aug 28, 2008
    BBW's board also changed the accounting policy for its US operations from January 1, 2008, resulting in a revaluation of its US wind farms and a consolidation of revenue and expenses into the group accounts. A strong dollar shaved $8. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)

    BMO Financial Group Reports Third Quarter Net Income of $521 Million  Aug 26, 2008
    Accounting Policies and Critical Accounting Estimates The notes to BMO's October 31, 2007 audited consolidated financial statements outline our significant accounting policies. There were no changes to our accounting policies in the first three quarters of 2008. (Canada Newswire)

    National Bank Expects a $65 Million Gain From the Sale of a Majority Interest in Asset Management Finance Corporation  Aug 26, 2008
    Such differences may be caused by factors, many of which are beyond the Bank's control, which include, but are not limited to, the management of credit, market and liquidity risks; the strength of the Canadian and United States economies and the economies of other countries in which the Bank conducts business; the impact of the movement of the Canadian dollar relative to other currencies, particularly the U.S. dollar; the effects of changes in monetary policy, including changes in interest rate... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)

    China Mobile profit expected to grow strongly  Aug 26, 2008
    7 billion yuan in additional depreciation expenses due to accounting policy changes. Meng and Ramachandran said they were lowering their estimates for China Mobile profits in 2008-11 due to stronger competition and possible increased regulatory intervention. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)

    Ridley Inc. Reports Financial Results for Fiscal 2008 Fourth Quarter and Year-End  Aug 25, 2008
    Other changes in accounting policies noted in Ridley's interim financial statements had no material effect on its financial condition ... Significant accounting policies and basis of presentation ... These interim unaudited consolidated financial statements are based on accounting principles and practices consistent with those used in preparation of the annual audited financial statements, with the exception of the changes in accounting policies as outlined in Note 2. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)

    WellPoint names Beer CIO, Miller controller  Aug 23, 2008
    A CPA, Miller's responsibilities will include overseeing the company's financial records, Securities and Exchange Commission and regulatory reporting, finance and accounting policies, and corporate financial planning and analysis, among other duties. Indianapolis-based WellPoint Inc. (NYSE: WLP) is the nation's largest health benefits company in terms of medical membership. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)

    The Brualdi Law Firm, P.C. Announces Class Action Lawsuit Against Inyx, Inc.  Aug 23, 2008
    As alleged in the complaint, these statements were materially false and misleading because they failed to disclose: (i) that the Company was materially overstating its assets and revenues by creating false sales invoices, as these invoices were created before the items were billable and had not actually been issued to customers; (ii) that the Company was not following its publicly stated accounting policies; and (iii) as a result of the foregoing, the Company's financial statements were not... (Primezone Releases)

    BVR Systems (1998) Ltd. Reports a Second Consecutive Profitable Quarter in Second Quarter of 2008  Aug 18, 2008
    The preparation of the financial information in accordance with IFRS resulted in changes to the accounting policies as compared with the previous financial statements prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in Israel ("Israeli GAAP"). The new accounting policies have been applied consistently to all periods presented in these condensed consolidated interim financial statements. (PR Newswire)

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