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China banks absorbed $170 billion FX swaps in ‘09: report

ANGHAI – Chinese commercial banks absorbed about $170 billion in foreign exchange from the financial system last year, mainly through yuan-dollar swaps, state media on Wednesday cited a former official as saying.

The Shanghai Securities News cited Xu Shanda, former deputy head of the State Administration of Taxation, as saying that the State Administration of Foreign Exchange (SAFE), the foreign exchange regulator, absorbed about 1 trillion yuan through the swaps in 2009.

Xu estimated that such swaps could exceed $500 billion this year, thereby taking some 3 trillion yuan out of the financial system, but did not say how he had arrived at that estimate.

The central bank started conducting such yuan-dollar swaps in late 2005, but maintains tight secrecy over its activity in the market, partly because it does not want prices quoted for the swaps to lead to speculation over yuan appreciation….Read full story

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Program Schedule, Feb. 1st

Looking for business advice and information? KBZNZ can help, our programming is geared toward the small to mid-size business professional or entrepreneur. Short on time, KBZNZ brings information you need to one location. Financial know-how and instruction, management strategies, success stories and insights into the renewable energy industry.

We also offer 24/7 business tips and advice videos on social media, marketing, finance and management. Business news updated by the minute from around the nation and world helps you stay current. KBZNZ provides your national and international finance and investment news so you stay abreast of the markets. Check back often, as we make it easy for you to view pertinent news articles or business specific articles.

We are always looking for content providers in business disciplines such as marketing, sales, leadership, growth strategies and more. Contact us at info@kbznz.com.

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0900/2100 – 0900/2100 – Winning On Wall Street -Tune into Marc Mandel, the Wizard, every Monday through Friday. MARKET RALLIES IN EARLY TRADING (Excerpts from the WOWS Membership’s Daily Market Commentary)

The market is bouncing in early trade, but the question remains “will it hold?” We think not. Traders and investors should use this early strength to raise cash and sell. We don’t trust this market.

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1100/2300 – Money Talks – This week Jerry welcomes Jason Hartman, President of Platinum Properties Investor Network, to give an update on the Real Estate market. Real estate and credit issues are what caused the problems the US economy is now dealing with and both Jerry and Jason believe that until real estate starts to improve the overall economy will be held in check. Mr. Hartman breaks down the country into 40 different markets and talks about local investment opportunities that can be profitable today.

Jerry gives his weekly market recap and preview of what’s to come next week on Wall Street as well as tips to be a better investor. Tune into Money Talks with Jerry Slusiewicz today.

1200/2400 – BOSS Business Brief – 52 Homes, 52 Weeks & Real Estate Short Sales

Join Toby Mathis, a lawyer, entrepreneur, and avid investor and Steve Pellegrino (aka “The Spin Doc”), a lobbyist and media consultant as well as their guests from throughout the business community for the next hour. Learn how to structure your business, slash taxes, keep from getting ripped off, and other things you wish someone had told you ten years ago with the BOSS Business Brief.

1300/0100 – Business Genies – Tom Burmeister, president of ProfitMiners, Inc. is the featured guest on Business Genies. Burmeister brings to Business Genies’ audience more than 30 years experience as an entrepreneur and consultant. With his unique perspective and practical, hands-on approach, Burmeister has helped companies from small, closely held businesses to Fortune 500 multi-nationals increase their competitiveness and profitability. He has successfully managed a broad variety of engagements including business start-ups, marketing, capitalization, lean transitions and process improvement, supply chain initiatives, quality systems, turn-around and workout situations, facility expansions and relocations and new product introductions.

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Broadcast Schedule, Sept. 22nd

Broadcasting begins at 5:00 am & 5:00 pm.  Today is our short day; we’d love to add your business talk show to our station.

Finance, the stock market wrap up and the business of music are on the agenda today.  Your feedback is appreciated.

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K-BZNZ Talk Radio Schedule , August 25th

Today is Tuesday, August 25, 2009.  K-BZNZ  Talk  Radio will begin broadcasting at 0500 & 1700.  Until commercials begin late August, all show start times are approximate.  Thank you for your understanding.

The nationally syndicated show, Winning on Wall Street joined KBZNZ. Where can the individual investor turn for their stock market and Technical Analysis education?  Listen weekdays at 5:00 am & 5:00 pm to the show, previously recorded.  Call lines are closed.

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