[center] WHAT IS AN INVESTMENT?[/center]

An investment is an asset or item acquired with the goal of generating income or appreciation. Appreciation refers to an increase in the value of an asset over time. When an individual purchases a good as an investment, the intent is not to consume the good but rather to use it in the future to create wealth. An investment always concerns the outlay of some asset today—time, money, or effort—in hopes of a greater payoff in the future than what was originally put in.

For example, an investor may purchase a monetary asset now with the idea that the asset will provide income in the future or will later be sold at a higher price for a profit.


KEY TAKEAWAYS

An investment is an asset or item that is purchased with the hope that it will generate income or appreciate in value at some point in the future.

An investment always concerns the outlay of some asset today (time, money, effort, etc.) in hopes of a greater payoff in the future than what was originally put in.

An investment can refer to any mechanism used for generating future income, including bonds, stocks, real estate property, or a business, among other examples.

HOW AN INVESTMENT WORKS

The act of investing has the goal of generating income and increasing value over time. An investment can refer to any mechanism used for generating future income. This includes the purchase of bonds, stocks, or real estate property, among other examples. Additionally, purchasing a property that can be used to produce goods can be considered an investment.

In general, any action that is taken in the hopes of raising future revenue can also be considered an investment. For example, when choosing to pursue additional education, the goal is often to increase knowledge and improve skills (in the hopes of ultimately producing more income).

Because investing is oriented toward the potential for future growth or income, there is always a certain level of risk associated with an investment. An investment may not generate any income, or may actually lose value over time. For example, it's also a possibility that you will invest in a company that ends up going bankrupt or a project that fails to materialize. This is the primary way that saving can be differentiated from investing: saving is accumulating money for future use and entails no risk, whereas investment is the act of leveraging money for a potential future gain and it entails some risk.

TYPES OF INVESTMENTS

Economic Investments

Within a country or a nation, economic growth is related to investments. When companies and other entities engage in sound business investment practices, it typically results in economic growth.

For example, if an entity is engaged in the production of goods, it may manufacture or acquire a new piece of equipment that allows it to produce more goods in a shorter period of time. This would raise the total output of goods for the business. Taken in combination with the activities of many other entities, this increase in production could cause the nation’s gross domestic product (GDP) to rise.

Investment Vehicles

An investment bank provides a variety of services to individuals and businesses, including many services that are designed to assist individuals and businesses in the process of increasing their wealth.

Investment banking may also refer to a specific division of banking related to the creation of capital for other companies, governments, and other entities. Investment banks underwrite new debt and equity securities for all types of corporations, aid in the sale of securities, and help to facilitate mergers and acquisitions, reorganizations, and broker trades for both institutions and private investors. Investment banks may also provide guidance to companies who are considering issuing shares publicly for the first time, such as with an initial public offering (IPO).

Investing vs. Speculation

Speculation is a distinct activity from investing. Investing involves the purchase of assets with the intent of holding them for the long-term, while speculation involves attempting to capitalize on market inefficiencies for short-term profit. Ownership is generally not a goal of speculators, while investors often look to build the number of assets in their portfolios over time.

Although speculators are often making informed decisions, speculation cannot usually be categorized as traditional investing. Speculation is generally considered a higher risk activity than traditional investing (although this can vary depending on the type of investment involved). Some experts compare speculation to gambling, but the veracity of this analogy may be a matter of personal opinion.

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World Technology and Innovation Expo... [center][/center]

The World Technology and Innovation Expo is an exchange programme focused on entrepreneurship and manpower development, and to encourage indigenous contents through training.

This project is prompted by the need to keep pace with technological changes, the need to be competitive and the desire to be efficient and effective in meeting the needs of artisans. This project is aimed at offering participants the best advanced skill acquisition opportunities, which will in turn equip and open up new channels of wealth creation for participants.

It also seeks to build the capacity of the participants, enhance and update their knowledge, expose them to new technologies and innovation globally.

The World Technology and Innovation Expo is powered by Globe Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Globe Chamber of Commerce and Industry is an independent organization that promotes trade, investment and business development, diversifies and industrializes countries' economy, grow inward investment to global standard, support bilateral trade partnership and making the population of a country productive through mutual and balanced trade and investment.

The Euro Africa Economic and investment Forum is aimed to discuss how to improve the business, investment, and economic climate in Europe and Africa , and to enhance a strong trade relationship between the Continents.

[b]Trade among European and African precolonial nations developed relatively recently in the economic history of the African continent...... [/b]

Prior to the European voyages of exploration in the fifteenth century, African rulers and merchants had established trade links with the Mediterranean world, western Asia, and the Indian Ocean region. Within the continent itself, local exchanges among adjacent peoples fit into a greater framework of long-range trade.

The merchants from Britain, France, Portugal, and the Netherlands who began trading along the Atlantic coast of Africa therefore encountered a well-established trading population regulated by savvy and experienced local rulers. European companies quickly developed mercantile ties with these indigenous powers and erected fortified “factories,” or warehouses, on coastal areas to store goods and defend their trading rights from foreign encroachment. Independent Portuguese merchants called lançados settled along the coasts and rivers of Africa from present-day Senegal to Angola, where they were absorbed into African society and served as middlemen between European and African traders (1991.17.31).

Those goods imported to Africa in greatest volume included cloth, iron and copper in raw and worked form, and cowry shells used by local populations as currency. Nonutilitarian items such as jewelry, beads, mechanical toys and curiosities, and alcohol also met a receptive audience. Catholic countries such as Portugal were, in theory at least, forbidden by papal injunction from selling items with potential military uses to non-Christians, although it is unclear how closely this order was followed in practice. In exchange for their wares, Europeans returned with textiles, carvings, spices, ivory, gum, and African slaves.

Contrary to popular views about precolonial Africa, local manufacturers were at this time creating items of comparable, if not superior, quality to those of preindustrial Europe. Due to advances in native forge technology, smiths in some regions of sub-Saharan Africa were producing steels of a better grade than those of their counterparts in Europe, and the highly developed West African textile workshops had produced fine cloths for export long before the arrival of European traders.

It may therefore seem surprising that European importers found many customers for their goods among local populations in West Africa. Nonetheless, the novelty and comparative rarity of European imports together constituted a significant advantage over local products, and powerful rulers readily adopted them for use as courtly regalia. An example of this type of status object fashioned from a trade commodity is a Chokwe chief’s necklace from Central Africa (1996.456). The white ceramic “shell” attached to a woven basketry band was an item manufactured in Europe, probably Germany, for use by Portuguese slave traders. Round, white shells are valued symbols of spirituality and leadership in many Central African cultures, and European merchants clearly created this ceramic form to meet the particular demands and interests of their trading partners.

Local leaders who prospered from the international trade also commissioned other prestige objects, such as sumptuous wood and ivory carvings, from local artisans.

The Japan Africa Business Excellence Award are a means of recognizing various forms of merit and service to Africa. This year, individuals in different award categories will receive Honors.....


Globe Chamber of Commerce and Industry is pleased to announce that several awards will be conferred individuals for their exceptional achievements. Their various victory and successes moved the entire Continent and inspired young citizens and Africans to set new goals, reach for their dreams and pursue their aspirations.


These awards serve as an encouragement and recognition of the hard work by the people who have helped them get to where they are today after years of dogged determination, their pursuit of excellence, discipline and drive will inspire an entire generation of young people. Their achievements have brought tremendous pride to the country. The Japan Africa Business Excellence Award is a well-deserved recognition of their contribution to economic excellence and for their impact on the society, particularly with the youth.


The Awards will be presented to recipients at the upcoming Australia Africa Business Excellence Award.


Globe Chamber of Commerce and Industry seeks to inspire Africans through arts and sports, strengthen community bonds, and promote volunteerism and philanthropy. Since its inception, Globe Chamber of Commerce and Industry has been actively engaging the arts, heritage, sports, community, trade exchange and youth sectors.


Globe Chamber of Commerce and Industry aims to bring into sharper focus the efforts to build a more cohesive and vibrant society and to deepen a sense of identity and belonging to the nation.

[center]TAXATION[/center][b][/b]

Taxation, imposition of compulsory levies on individuals or entities by governments. Taxes are levied in almost every country of the world, primarily to raise revenue for government expenditures, although they serve other purposes as well.


Purposes Of Taxation

During the 19th century the prevalent idea was that taxes should serve mainly to finance the government. In earlier times, and again today, governments have utilized taxation for other than merely fiscal purposes. One useful way to view the purpose of taxation, attributable to American economist Richard A. Musgrave, is to distinguish between objectives of resource allocation, income redistribution, and economic stability.


Classes Of Taxes

Direct and indirect taxes

In the literature of public finance, taxes have been classified in various ways according to who pays for them, who bears the ultimate burden of them, the extent to which the burden can be shifted, and various other criteria. Taxes are most commonly classified as either direct or indirect, an example of the former type being the income tax and of the latter the sales tax.

Direct taxes

Direct taxes are primarily taxes on natural persons (e.g., individuals), and they are typically based on the taxpayer’s ability to pay as measured by income, consumption, or net wealth. What follows is a description of the main types of direct taxes.

Indirect taxes

Indirect taxes are levied on the production or consumption of goods and services or on transactions, including imports and exports. Examples include general and selective sales taxes, value-added taxes (VAT), taxes on any aspect of manufacturing or production, taxes on legal transactions, and customs or import duties.

[center]Football and Business Fora: How Globe Chamber of Commerce and Industry will connect businesses to Nigeria[left][/left][/center]

The prudent of Globe Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Hon. Nwabueze Buchi George has revealed that their post-covid-19 era plans to bring business to Nigeria will take both conventional and unconventional approaches.

With most countries suffering economic setbacks, Hon. Buchi George said, the world is in a situation where even the helpers are looking for help, adding that one thing that will be a game changer at the moment will be unconventional measures.

Having lined up global joint partnership programmes with India, China, some other European and Asian counties and a pan-African network for trade and development, Hon. Buchi George said his organization is doing more.

“It is important that we do more because making Nigeria a good business destination is something that will favour all of us as individuals and as a Nation”

“We know how tough things are everywhere in the world at the moment and we are hoping to take drastic measures that will yield instant results for both the investors and Nigeria”

Speaking further, he said that Globe Chamber of Commerce and Industry is planning a friendly football match between Nigeria and Australia as part of the proceedings for Nigeria Australia Economic Forum, adding further that the football match will be chaired by Nigeria’s foremost business mogul, Engr. Author Eze.


“We now live in an unconventional time and nothing is normal again. Every strategy that works is good because Covid-19 has put the world behind schedule”


“We have to do everything good for Nigeria and we also have to make sure they are beneficial to our partners. Globe Chamber of Commerce and Industry is committed to a lot of things and as it stands now globally, all hands must be on deck to move the world away from the shackles of covid19”.

The Asia - Africa Economic Forum Hanoi, Vietnam will be held from Hanoi, Vietnam. Globe Chamber of Commerce and Industry in association with Trade Nigeria is currently working closely with all the other Asian co-organizers and the Government of Vietnam towards a successful organization of Asia - Africa Economic Forum.....

Asia - Africa Economic Forum Hanoi, Vietnam will be a milestone of the process, since it will be the first-ever GCCI Summit to be held in the Asian continent in its over 20 years of history.

Holding Asia - Africa Economic Forum in Asia and Africa clearly demonstrates growing African ownership in the GCCI process and has been attracting much attention from African states and all GCCI partners, such as the international organizations, including the United Nations System and regional organizations, such as the African Regional Economic Communities (RECs) and the New Economic Partnership for Africa’s Development Planning and Coordinating Agency (NEPAD Agency), as well as civil society and the private sector. The highest-level representations from African states and GCCI partners are expected at Asia - Africa Economic Forum Hanoi, Vietnam.



Asia - Africa Economic Forum will also take place at an opportune moment, as the year 2020 is the first year of the implementations of the global and regional development agendas, namely the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and Agenda 2063 and its First Ten-Year Implementation Plan.



Being fully in line with these development agendas, Globe Chamber of Commerce and Industry plan to discuss some thematic issues that Africa has been facing which include:

The sectors are listed as follows:



Energy And Power Sector

Education And Technology Sector

Mining, Agro - Commerce And Agriculture

Transportation And Aviation Sector

Housing And Real Estate Sector

Medical And Healthcare Sector

Telecommunication Sector

Construction And Infrastructural Sector

Oil And Gas Sector

Industrialization, Production And Manufacturing Sector

Banking And Finance Sector

Trade And Commerce Sector

Euro-Africa Economic & Investment Forum Holding in Helsinki Finland[center][/center]

In a bid to promote Trade and Investment in Africa, Globe Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Partnership with Government of Finland will be organizing the Euro - Africa Economic Forum.

Europe's political interest in Africa has been greatly revived and Finland is viewing Africa as a realm of opportunities where a number of economies are developing very fast and the African middle class is experiencing rapid growth. The determining factors for Trade and Investment flows are beginning to change.

The Euro - Africa Economic Forum is going to serve as a platform or new instrument to promote Investment in Africa. African states needs to implement reforms to improve the environment for investment and also encourage private investors to engage more strongly in Africa.

Also it will create an enabling environment for initiatives in the area of development and Trade between both continents.

This forum will be of mutual benefit to both continents because it will also help Europe to strengthen its position in Africa, a continent with strong economic growth in many regions and rapidly growing population (middle class). Africa is set to play a large economic and political role in the world.

The Australia Africa Business Excellence Award are a means of recognizing various forms of merit and service to Africa. This year, individuals in different award categories will receive Honors.....

Globe Chamber of Commerce and Industry is pleased to announce that several awards will be conferred individuals for their exceptional achievements. Their various victory and successes moved the entire Continent and inspired young citizens and Africans to set new goals, reach for their dreams and pursue their aspirations.

These awards serve as an encouragement and recognition of the hard work by the people who have helped them get to where they are today after years of dogged determination, their pursuit of excellence, discipline and drive will inspire an entire generation of young people. Their achievements have brought tremendous pride to the country. The Australia Africa Business Excellence Award is a well-deserved recognition of their contribution to economic excellence and for their impact on the society, particularly with the youth.

The Awards will be presented to recipients at the upcoming Australia Africa Business Excellence Award.

Globe Chamber of Commerce and Industry seeks to inspire Africans through arts and sports, strengthen community bonds, and promote volunteerism and philanthropy. Since its inception, Globe Chamber of Commerce and Industry has been actively engaging the arts, heritage, sports, community, trade exchange and youth sectors.

Globe Chamber of Commerce and Industry aims to bring into sharper focus the efforts to build a more cohesive and vibrant society and to deepen a sense of identity and belonging to the nation.

INTERNATIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

The International Chamber of Commerce is the largest, most representative business organisation in the world. Its over 45 million members in over 100 countries have interests spanning every sector of private enterprise.

ICC has three main activities: rule setting, dispute resolution, and policy advocacy. Because its member companies and associations are themselves engaged in international business, ICC has unrivalled authority in making rules that govern the conduct of business across borders. Although these rules are voluntary, they are observed in thousands of transactions every day and have become part of international trade.

A world network of national committees in over 100 countries advocates business priorities at national and regional level. More than 3,000 experts drawn from ICC's member companies feed their knowledge and experience into crafting the ICC stance on specific business issues.

The ICC (The International Chamber of Commerce) was founded in 1919 to serve world business by promoting trade and investment, open markets for goods and services, and the free flow of capital. The International chamber of commerce is a force for economic growth, job creation and prosperity. ICC International Chamber of commerce is the world's only truly global business organization facilitate in regulating world economy. The ICC lobbies for open trade, business self-regulation, and fighting corruption and commercial crimes. The International Chamber of Commerce ICC speaks for world businesses when governments consider issues as intellectual property rights, trade regulations, and environmental protection legislation. The ICC also develops rules and standards that companies can adopt voluntarily, and that can be incorporated in binding contracts
Governing bodies
World Council
ICC's supreme governing body is the World Council, consisting of representatives of national committees. The World Council elects ICC's highest officers, including the Chairman and the Vice-Chairman, each of whom serves a two-year term. The Chairman, Vice-Chairman and the Honorary Chairman (the immediate past Chairman) provide the organization with high-level leadership.

Executive Board
Strategic direction for ICC is provided by its executive board, consisting of up to 30 business leaders and ex-officio members. It is elected by the World Council on the recommendation of the Chairmanship. Meeting three times a year, the Executive Board oversees the establishment of ICC's strategic priorities and the implementation of its policies.

International Secretariat
The ICC International Secretariat, based in Paris, is the operational arm of ICC. It develops and carries out ICC's work programme, feeding business views into intergovernmental organizations on issues that directly affect business operations. The International Secretariat is led by the Secretary General, who is appointed by the World Council.

National Committees
In 92 of the world's nations, members have established formal ICC structures called national committees. In countries where there is no national committee, companies and organizations such as chambers of commerce and professional associations can become direct members.

Finance Committee
The Finance Committee advises the Executive Board on all financial matters. On behalf of the Executive Board, it prepares the budget and regularly reports to the board. It reviews the financial implications of ICC activities and supervises the flow of revenues and expenses of the organization.

Dispute resolution services
ICC's administered dispute resolution services help solve difficulties in international business. ICC Arbitration is a private procedure that leads to a binding and enforceable decision.

WORLD RUBBER AND PLASTIC EXPO[center][/center]
This program is aimed to be an important meeting point for rubber, latex & Tyre industries based in Africa Region......

The event has trade exhibition, educational conference, rubber research, job fair, networking events etc.

Powered by Globe Chamber of Commerce and Industry in partnership with Trade Nigeria Organization

World Rubber & Plastic Expo is an important platform for all participants to listen and learn on both latest developments in processing as well as applied theory & troubleshooting aspects of rubber processing.

The topics includes rubber compounding, molding, tire technology, latex technology and all issues of rubber products, latex products & tire manufacturing. Specialists and experts are invited to make presentations on topics that are addressing real issues.

[center]WORLD TEXTILE EXPO[/center]

In Preparation for Covid19, activities, Globe Chamber of Commerce and Industry is organizing ‘’World Textile Expo’’ a programme for businesses in the Textile industry with the aim of promoting business investment, innovation, trade and economic exchange in goods and services, exhibitions and trade opportunities that would create wealth, support international networking, business development, joint trade, enhance strong international bilateral relationship, facilitate connections with key stakeholders, create platforms for innovation, investment and networking among peers.

World Textile Expo is designed specifically to promote and facilitate international trade between businesses stationed in the various continent of the world; to facilitate foreign direct investment, and to provide a platform for businesses to expand into new markets.

This Expo brings together some of the most knowledgeable and influential speakers on the key issues that impact international trade in the Textile Industry.

World Textile Expo will bring together new and established business men and women representing a wide range of sectors for an invaluable time of practical advice and guidance on growing their exports and entering new markets.
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Global Property Housing and Real Estate, a programme organized by Globe Chamber of Commerce and Industry will in the course of this event show case the best of real estate.....

Global Property Housing and Real Estate, will in the course of this event showcase the best of real estate experts, buyers, sellers, developers, investors, professionals, government authorities and regulatory bodies in the real estate sector.

The Global Property Housing and Real Estate will provide exhibits, speakers, and a consultation area for one-on-one meetings with clients and an onsite expanded workshop series for small groups. Property sellers and developers will be having booths at the expo to gain, build and strengthen relationships with buyers, investors and other vendors, as they showcase their brand.

[center] Entrepreneurship & Healthcare ....[/center][b][/b]

Innovation in healthcare, more so than any other industry, requires you to innovate within a framework of rules and regulations......

There is a significant gray area to be explored on the “rules and regulations” side of healthcare, when looking at ways to drive innovation. That happens with you knowing enough to understand what rules to follow and what aren’t truly rules.

As an example, I’ve lost count of how many times someone in healthcare has incorrectly cited HIPAA regulations and what they mean, or even worse…spelling it as HIPPA.

There are rules and regulations in healthcare, which are 100% non-negotiable. As you learn more about the industry, you slowly identify other rules that aren’t exactly that. But, they were a “best practice” at one time and somehow morphed into everyone accepting them as a written regulation.

This happens in many areas of business and life. As my Tweet mentions, I’ve noticed it in sports, such as baseball.

Healthcare innovation does occur, but deeply understanding the rules and regulations are paramount for an entrepreneur to maintain credibility with customers, whether the product is B2B or B2C.

Mismanaging someone’s healthcare data isn’t a matter that is readily forgivable. Building tech that isn’t secure falls in the same bucket.

But, innovation in healthcare is needed…desperately. So, learn the industry. Learn the areas, where rules are rules and where they aren’t exactly that. Exploit your knowledge and help patients.

That is what drives all of us in healthcare. Helping.

This year’s world Water Summit and expo sets out to question our assumptions about where the world is moving.

How long can banks lend money at negative interest rates? What happens as we approach the peak of global population?

How would we do things differently if energy costs were forever low? What if the circular economy and nature-based solutions become orthodox?

How does the end of Moore’s law change the model for growth?

Water is entering the new decade with everything to play for. Public awareness of the challenges ahead is greater than ever before. Climate change is bringing exciting new responsibilities.

Technology is promising real productivity gains. Investment is buoyant. But making the most of this future is not going to be easy. So much in the world is changing.

The growth of every organisation in the water sector depends on understanding where our assumptions are wrong.

However it is not just about asking big questions. It is also about connecting the big picture with what is happening on the ground, and tracing out the implications for strategy and tactics.

More importantly it is also about connecting with the other key decision makers from across the global water industry, sharing their insights and inspiration.

With the right foundations, this could be a winning decade for water. Join us in Madrid to be part of that future.