Mongolia’s new law expected to attract Chinese billions

“In October, Mongolia’s parliament approved an investment law that ended different rules for domestic and foreign private investors, and lessened government approval requirements.  The law will take effect on January 1. ‘The new law will spur more Chinese investment in Mongolia,’ said Alisher Ali, managing partner of Silk Road Management, an investment firm focusing on frontier markets. The previous investment law, enacted last year, had a negative impact on Mongolian companies, including those listed in Hong Kong, as it led to uncertainty over foreign ownership of Mongolian assets, Ali said.  The new investment law repealed large chunks of the one in 2012, Ali said.”

http://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/1360736/mongolias-new-law-expected-attract-chinese-billions

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Public Opinion: Government Healthcare? No!

“Under Bush, 69% Americans believed that the federal government should be involved in healthcare. Today, only 42% believe this.  Faith began to fade under Bush. But today, the figure is lower than ever.  The Republicans can regain control of the Senate next year. All they have to do is go with this billboard: ‘Senator X voted for ObamaCare.  Vote him out in November.’  Here is my slogan: If you don’t like your senator, you don’t have to keep your senator.  One issue will bring down the Democrats: ObamaCare.

http://teapartyeconomist.com/2013/11/20/public-opinion-government-healthcare-no/

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Bitcoin surges 40% after US Senate hearing

“Bitcoin surged more than 40 per cent to a new high of $US750 ($800) as US agencies told a Senate committee the virtual currency is a ‘legal means of exchange’.  Its value briefly dived to $US601 as the Senate committee got underway, but it has since recovered to sail past the $US675 high it reached prior to the hearing.  While not an official seal of approval, the hearing has given some legitimacy to a payment mechanism that has been associated with illegal activities even as it gains acceptance by the general public and investment community.  The digital currency, which trades 24 hours a day, every day, has risen around 404 per cent in the last two months.”

http://www.businessday.com.au/business/markets/bitcoin-surges-40-after-us-senate-hearing-20131119-2xs0d.html

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Jim Rogers: Biggest Event of Next 10-20 Years Just Happened in China

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“The former George Soros partner–who retired from Wall Street at age 37 to live a second life as world traveler—equates the plenum to those in 1978 and 1993. The first followed Mao Zedong’s death and ushered in Deng Xiaoping’s reformist agenda and his effort to remake China’s economy, while 1993’s plenum included a vow to deal with money-losing state enterprises. In the just-concluded gathering, which occurred a year after President Xi Jinping became party chief and was seen as his stage to set forth the agenda for his possible 10-year tenure, reform was hoped to be a big focus. Mr. Rogers, who moved with his family to Singapore seven years ago, senses change is coming.”

http://blogs.wsj.com/moneybeat/2013/11/18/jim-rogers-biggest-event-of-next-10-20-years-just-happened-in-china/

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Bernanke: Bitcoin ‘May Hold Long-Term Promise’

“The beautiful thing about Bitcoin, digital currency enthusiasts will tell you, is that it doesn’t have a central bank.  So with eyes on today’s Bitcoin Senate hearing, where does the world’s most powerful central banker stand on the elusive cryptocurrency?  Now we know. Ahead of the meeting, U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke has released a letter to help guide the senate. Quartz’s Zachary Seward called it a ‘cautious blessing,’ with Bernanke acknowledging the Fed doesn’t have the authority to supervise virtual currencies, but that they ‘may hold long-term promise, particularly if the innovations promote a faster, more secure and more efficient payment system.'”

http://www.businessinsider.com/ben-bernanke-on-bitcoin-2013-11

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China’s economic reforms: What you need to know

“China late on Friday unveiled details of the long-term economic reforms agreed to at this month’s Third Plenum, a key meeting of the country’s top leaders.  The 60-point reform plan is seen paving the way for sweeping changes in the world’s second-biggest economy as it tries to steer away from investment-led growth to a consumption-driven economy.  Here’s what you need to know about the main reforms.  1) One-child policy relaxed; 2) Welfare-system reformed; 3) Greater rights for farmers; 4) Stepping up financial reforms; 5) State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs).”

http://www.cnbc.com/id/101205322

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China lifts curtain on landmark reform agenda

“Beijing’s plan calls for opening its financial markets and promoting greater foreign investment. The document also hints at changes in how companies file for stock market listings, the introduction of a bank deposit insurance scheme and an acceleration of interest rate liberalization. The roadmap seeks to roll back government control of state-owned enterprises and allow for greater competition with private firms and reform the country’s hukou system, which affects everything from employment to social benefits. Other initiatives tackle China’s pollution problem, promote social security programs, and call for a relaxation of the one-child policy.  The plan also seeks to abolish labor camps.”

http://money.cnn.com/2013/11/18/news/economy/china-reform/

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Online Gambling Stocks: Will the US Cash In?

“It’s not hard to see the potential growth in combining bookies with social networking, as geographically isolated fans will soon be able to bet on their favorite sports against users from across the world.  Online gambling is estimated to raise over $400 million for New Jersey alone in its first year, a cash-cow that other states will find difficult to ignore. New laws are already being introduced in California and Mississippi. The question of whether online gambling will take off is not a matter of ‘if’ but simply ‘when?’ And an even more fascinating question arises – who will get the biggest slice of the pie, the companies with the biggest names, the most social media customers, or the best hardware?”

http://wire.kapitall.com/investment-idea/online-gambling-stocks-will-the-us-cash-in/

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Online gambling gains momentum in US

“Internet gambling is on a roll in the US market after years in the shadows.  New Jersey kicks off its online wagering November 26, becoming the most populous state to do so after Nevada and Delaware.  Other states have become active since 2011, when the federal government signaled it would not block most forms of Internet wagering. California, Illinois and Pennsylvania are considering such moves.  Using geolocation technology, the systems require that gamblers be located within the state. Reciprocal agreements could allow gamblers to cross state lines.  Morgan Stanley estimated legal US online gambling revenues would reach $670 million in 2014, increasing to $9.3 billion in 2020.”

http://phys.org/news/2013-11-online-gambling-gains-momentum.html

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North Korea Reportedly Opening To Foreign Investment

“Cash-starved North Korea is making more noises about attracting foreign investment.  Pyongyang plans to build more special economic zones that will allow foreign currency and different economic rules designed to bring in foreign capital.  A new ‘non-governmental’ organization dedicated to assisting foreign investment held a conference on the zones with experts from countries including the U.S., Canada, India, Hong Kong and Malaysia. Earlier this year North Korea said it wanted ‘foreign trade [to] be made multilateral and diversified and investment be widely introduced.’ North Korea says it has introduced new laws to protect foreign investors.”

http://blogs.wsj.com/korearealtime/2013/10/18/north-korea-pushes-foreign-investment-story/

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