Delta force
  It would seem that no sooner had we convinced the world, and perhaps more importantly ourselves, that Singapore was not going to overrun us, economically that is, than a new fixation appeared. It is of course Shanghai.

Balance between profitability and cashflow
  How can technology companies attract venture capital investors in today's difficult times? These days, venture capitalists are more cautious when it comes to dispensing cash than was the case a few years ago.

Family members not involved in the business
  At first glance, it may seem that the concerns and worries of a non-working family member ought to be the same whether they are connected to a family-owned business or not.

Mezzanine financing and Asian acquisitions
  For most mid-sized acquisitions in Asia the acquirer generally taps into their own "pockets" to fund the transaction. In some cases, where there is a cash shortfall, the use of existing banking facilities may be called upon, often through the extension of working capital ones.

GAAP Convergence 2002
  Reporting financial information on the internet is fast becoming common, as it grants investors worldwide ready access to the latest result announcements of companies, regardless of their country of domicile.

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Kevin O'Shaughnessy, Grant Thornton Partner, writes on Delta force and Family business in this issue.