September 2013 - Today

 

May 2021: VRS (Valuation & Research Specialists) are delighted to present to their clients – global asset managers the 4th Athex Mid-Cap Conference, which is to be held virtually on May 19th and 20th, 2021. The event covers listed companies and is organized by the Athens Exchange, Greece.

May 2021: Asset managers across the globe continue to appreciate a lot reviewing analysts’ models along their investment selection and decision process. Therefore following a relevant request, VRS Research Team will start uploading financial analysis and valuation models of selected companies from its universe on the global platform of Factset.

April 2021: VRS (Valuation & Research Specialists) are very delighted to see the closing of another prominent deal in the Greek market between Dodoni and CVC Capital Partners and especially proud for the strong efforts of Ionian Capital and its team, to whom VRS has been a close member for the past 7 years, for successfully clinching this agreement and acting as the sell side advisor.

April 2021: VRS (Valuation & Research Specialists) are delighted to present to their clients – global asset managers the Athex Energy Conference, which is to be held virtually on April 21st and 22nd, 2021. The event covers listed energy companies and is organized by the Athens Exchange, Greece.

February 2021: Our equity price targets on ArcelorMittal [Bloomberg Ticker: MT:US], Pyxis Tankers [Bloomberg Ticker: PXS:US], and FRIGOGLASS [Bloomberg ticker: FRIGO:GA] were successfully reached implying a significant upside since initiation of coverage.

January 2021: Corporate Valuation & Success Stories | VRS Managing Partner featuring as keynote speaker at this webinar organized by Global Sustain.

January 2021: Trading BITCOIN Volatility through our Expert Artificial Intelligence (AI) System | A collaborative initiative by Trident-AI and Valuation & Research Specialists (VRS).

December 2020: VRS (Valuation & Research Specialists) | Our equity price target on ArcelorMittal was successfully hit on December 4, 2020 implying a 64% upside since our latest report release back in March 2020.

December 2020: VRS Research Team | Iron ore prices have advanced by more than 27% following our latest report release on this market in August 2020.

November 2020: VRS (Valuation & Research Specialists) are delighted to present to their clients – global asset managers the 3rd Small-Cap Conference, which is to be held virtually on November 23 & 24, 2020. The event covers small cap Greek listed companies and is organized by the Athens Exchange, Greece.

November 2020: We are very glad to announce that Valuation & Research Specialists (VRS) have acted as valuation and financial modeling advisors to Lamda Hellix's acquisition by Digital Realty's Interxion. Lamda Hellix Data Centers, founded in 2002, is the leading provider of neutral data center services in South East Europe whereas US based Digital Realty supports the world's leading enterprises and service providers by delivering the full spectrum of data center, colocation and interconnection solutions. We wish every success to the new partnership. | Link: https://investor.digitalrealty.com/news-and-events/news/press-release-details/2020/Interxion-A-Digital-Realty-Company-Establishes-Presence-In-Greece-With-Acquisition-Of-Lamda-Hellix/default.aspx

October 2020: VRS are especially happy to announce the release of an extended survey on Greek corporate deals covering the period 2015 – 2019 (#mergersacquisitions #equitymarket #bondmarket #privateplacement #deals).

October 2020: VRS (Valuation & Research Specialists) are delighted to present to their clients – global asset managers the 3rd ATHEX Mid Cap Conference, which is to be held on Thursday October 15th, 2020 in Athens, Greece. The event covers medium cap Greek listed companies and is organized by the Athens Exchange.

July 2020: RSRCHX, distribution partner of VRS and a Liquidnet company, has launched its integration with London Stock Exchange (LSE) to power up their Issuer Services portal with institutional research. Thanks to this partnership, VRS can now leverage the existing RSRCHX functionalities to improve information distribution and management with Corporates listed on LSE. This in turn facilitates the deeper penetration and awareness of equity coverage across the senior executive and investor relations teams of the listed companies.  Press Release

June 2020: "Greek Corporate Deals 2019" webinar held on Wednesday, June 3rd, 2020. Joint research initiative by VRS (Valuation & Research Specialists) and Finance Club UoM.  Flyer

May 2020:  VRS Newsletter, May 8, 2020

May 2020: Valuation & Research Specialists are delighted to announce their partnership with Intro-Act. Based in Boston, US, Intro-Act operates an artificial intelligence (AI) platform that matches corporate executives with institutional investors, providing access for all participants such as corporate IR, brokers, investors, research providers and IR service firms.  Press Release

March 2020: VRS (Valuation & Research Specialists) are delighted to be contributors of earnings estimates and equity research to Morningstar platform. Morningstar is going to be the 18th platform in the research distribution network of VRS globally. Based in Chicago, US, Morningstar Inc. is a provider of independent investment research in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia.  Press Release

February 2020: VRS (Valuation & Research Specialists) were online supporters of the 1st Athex Real Estate Conference, held on February 11, 2020 in Athens, Greece. The conference aimed at bringing together listed and non-listed Real Estate companies with foreign and domestic institutional investors as well as sell side analysts. The event was organized by the Athens Exchange.  Flyer

January 2020: VRS (Valuation & Research Specialists) - www.vrs.gr, deals with Corporate Valuation and Equity Research. VRS analyzes and evaluates on behalf of investors, fund managers and asset managers, various businesses and assets such as listed companies, private companies, real estate assets, as well as intangible goods. VRS selects the universe of listed and non-listed companies that it analyzes using ESG (Environment, Society, Governance) criteria. | Read full article at the following link: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/esg-corporate-valuation-equity-research-nicholas-georgiadis-phd-1c/

November 2019: VRS (Valuation & Research Specialists) were very glad to see the survey on Greek corporate deals, which had been a joint research initiative by VRS Research Team and Finance Club UOM, as the cover story of "METOXOS", a weekly financial news magazine.

October 2019: VRS (Valuation & Research Specialists) were online supporters of the ATHEX Small Cap Conference, held on Thursday October 10th, 2019 in Athens, Greece. The event covered the small cap Greek listed companies and was organized by the Athens Exchange.

October 2019:  VRS Newsletter, October 7, 2019

September 2019: Delighted with our visits to Euronext Brussells and Luxembourg Stock Exchange where VRS carried very interesting discussions with the authorities of both exchanges.

September 2019: VRS were Supporters of the 6th Investments Forum titled “Prudent Investments in Complex Markets” that took place in Athens, Greece, on Thursday, September 26th, 2019. Topics covered, were among others the following: "Global Market Outlook", "Macro Outlook of the Greek Economy", "Having an edge in emerging markets", "In search of a yield in a low interest environment" and "Impact Investing in Private Markets: Social and Environmental Benefits".

September 2019: VRS (Valuation & Research Specialists) were online supporters of the 14th Annual Greek Roadshow, held on September 18-19, 2019 in London, UK. The event covered the major Greek listed companies and was organized by the Athens Exchange.

July 2019: VRS (Valuation & Research Specialists) are delighted to be online supporters of "The Strongest Companies in Greece", a special publication prepared by DIRECTION BUSINESS NETWORK via Direction Business Reports. The publication covers the most important sectors within the Greek economy, the largest companies in terms of turnover, the most profitable ones in terms of earnings before taxes, companies with the strongest liquidity position and many other companies that stand out in various industries and markets in Greece.

May 2019: Greek Corporate Deals Event held on Thursday, May 23rd, 2019, at the University of Macedonia (UoM), Thessaloniki, Greece. Joint research initiative by VRS (Valuation & Research Specialists) and Finance Club UoM.

May 2019: VRS (Valuation & Research Specialists) attended the ICT Spring Europe 2019 Conference - https://www.ictspring.com/ - held in Luxembourg, a major international event of the global tech industry.

May 2019: VRS (Valuation & Research Specialists) are delighted to be part of FactSet Research Systems’ redistribution partnership with Sentieo. Sentieo is a financial application built by former buy side analysts leveraging a powerful search engine for public documents, filings, presentations, and research reports. This partnership involves redistributing real time broker research to Sentieo utilizing FactSet’s entitlement profiles and readership reporting. Sentieo is located in San Francisco, New York and New Delhi.  Press Release

May 2019: VRS (Valuation & Research Specialists) are delighted to support the 2nd ATHEX Mid-Cap Conference to be held on Thursday, May 9th, 2019 in Athens, Greece. The event covers the Greek mid-cap stocks and is organized by the Athens Exchange.  Flyer

January 2019:  VRS Newsletter, January 17, 2019

December 2018: VRS are proud to announce the publication of the 10th issue of "Investment Research & Analysis Journal" in collaboration with an executive editorial team of Professors and Finance Professionals.  Press Release  Sample Issue

December 2018: Announcement about VRS Agreement with RsrchXchange.  Press Release

VRS Supporters of the 8th Wealth Management Forum, "Wealth Management, Investment Trends and the Latest Technological Trends", Thursday November 29, 2018.  Flyer

November 8-9, 2018 : Members of VRS Research Team participated in a 2-Day Workshop on Equity Research Analysis organized by the CFA Society Greece and by AnalystSolutions.  Workshop Flyer

November 8, 2018 : VRS (Valuation & Research Specialists) are delighted to announce their new office presence in Luxembourg. The decision to establish a presence in this region builds upon the firm’s long-term strategic plans for continued growth and development on international level. Through its network in both Athens and Luxembourg, VRS will be more effectively providing its specialized services to European and North American institutional clients.

November 2018 : OPAP Analyst Day on Thursday, November 1st, 2018. VRS were delighted to be participants in this special event. We thank OPAP Management for their kind invitation.  Invitation & Agenda

July 2018 : VRS Newsletter, July 5, 2018

June 2018 : Announcement about VRS Agreement with Street Contxt  Press Release

April 2018 : VRS publications at Elena Chirdaris art page  Link

VRS Supporters of the Strathclyde Executive MBA. The degree is offered by Strathclyde Business School, UK, since 1966. Open day presentation on Friday 9rh of March 2018, at 19:00, Athens, Greece. For more information click this  Link  Event Image

February 2018 : VRS Newsletter, February 15, 2018     

VRS Supporters of the 5th Investments Forum, "Investing in an Environment of Uncertainty", Thursday February 15, 2018  Flyer

January 2018 : Announcement about VRS Agreement with AlphaSense  Press Release

December 2017 : VRS Newsletter, December 28, 2017     PDF Format   

VRS Supporters of the Asset Management Forum VI, "Asset Management Portfolio Insights and the Latest Dynamics in the Greek Market", Thursday October 19, 2017  Flyer

August 2017 : Announcement about VRS Agreement with ResearchPool  Press Release

VRS in Partnership with ResearchPool - www.researchpool.com , Agreement initiated in May - June 2017 concerning the distribution of VRS research reports via the platform of ResearchPool

VRS Supporters of the Wealth Management Forum VII, "The Latest Dynamics in the Wealth Management Industry", Thursday April 27, 2017  Flyer

January 2017 : VRS and Columbia University MBA Program  Press Release

VRS Supporters of the Fund Strategies Forum IX, "Challenges, Opportunities and Macro Outlook", Thursday December 22, 2016  Flyer

VRS Supporters of the Asset Management Forum V, "The Latest Dynamics in the Asset Management Industry", Thursday October 13, 2016  Flyer

August 2016 : Greek Market Deal Transactions on Bloomberg prepared by VRS and Finance Club of Univeristy of Macedonia  Press Release

July 2016 : VRS Agreement with Bloomberg  Press Release

May - June 2016 : Launch of VRS Page on Bloomberg  Image

VRS Supporters of the Wealth Management Forum VI, Thursday May 12, 2016  Flyer

VRS Agreement with BLOOMBERG concerning contribution of research and earnings estimates, Tuesday February 23, 2016

Nicholas Georgiadis, Director of Equity Research of VRS, gave a lecture about Corporate Valuation Approaches at the University of Macedonia, Thessaloniki, Greece, Monday February 1, 2016

VRS Supporters of the Fund Strategies Forum VIII, Friday December 18, 2015  Flyer

17 November 2015, Statements made in Financial Times by Georgios A. Savvakis, economist at VRS (Valuation & Research Specialists)

VRS Supporters of the Investments Forum IV, October 9, 2015  Flyer

VRS Supporters of the Asset Management Forum IV, April 30, 2015  Flyer

VRS Announce their Partnership with Athens University of Economics and Business "Students' Investment & Finance Club", April 2015  Press Release     SIFC on Facebook

VRS Publish the Investment Research & Analysis Journal - Issue 9, March 2015  Press Release

VRS Supporters of the Derivatives Forum III, December 19, 2014

VRS Supporters of the Fund Strategies Forum VII, November 28, 2014  Flyer

VRS Supporters of the Wealth Management & Family Offices Forum V, September 25, 2014  Flyer

VRS Supporters of the Private Equity & Venture Capital Forum IV, June 13, 2014  Flyer

VRS Supporters of the Asset Management Forum III, May 30, 2014  Flyer

VRS Supporters of the Big Data & Business Analytics Forum VI, April 30, 2014  Flyer

VRS (Valuation & Research Specialists) in partnership with the Greek Association of Industries and Processors of Olive Oil (SEVITEL) released a new report listing out developments, challenges as well as initiatives of the Greek olive oil sector. The report was prepared for institutional investors outside Greece currently focusing on promising sectors of the Greek economy.  Athens, Greece, March 2014  Press Release

VRS Supporters of the 1st Data Breach Management Forum, Athens, Greece, March 6, 2014

VRS provided consulting services in a business project concerning a ferry service route in the international market, January - February 2014

VRS Supporters of the Financial Engineering Seminar, Athens, Greece, December 20, 2013

VRS Supporters of the Fund Strategies Forum VI, October 17, 2013  Flyer

VRS Agreement with CapVest Private Capital Partners, October 2013  Press Release

VRS Agreement with INQUIRY FINANCIAL, September 2013  Press Release 

 

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Press Release

July - August 2013

VRS (Valuation & Research Specialists) is pleased to announce that several of the most notable global institution portfolios systematically follow its company research and valuations. VRS research reports cover both listed and non-listed companies in Greece as well as globally. Specifically, the institutional investors that follow VRS’ research on Greek companies are well-known in Greece, as they have been active, directly or indirectly, in the domestic capital market during the last 15 years. Greek listed companies have remained as a focus in the broader interest of global investors, while portfolios of private equity funds, hedge funds and venture capital funds from markets such as the U.S. and Europe, are expressing particular interest for non-listed companies such as dynamic growth companies and startups. VRS is the only independent research house based in Greece, applying in-depth analysis and valuing companies that are of interest for global investors. It is noted that VRS research reports are addressed exclusively to global institutional portfolios.

Press Release

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16 May 2013, 30 May 2013, 14 June 2013

Valuation & Research Specialists (VRS) were online supporters of the Business Analytics Forum III, the Asset Management Forum II, and the Private Equity and Startups Forum, all held in Athens, Greece. The forum were organized by the Financial Academy and Derivatives.gr.

Business Analytics Forum III, 16 May 2013  Flyer 

Asset Management Forum II, 30 May 2013  Flyer

Private Equity and Startups Forum, 14 June 2013  Flyer

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Access to VRS's research output

February 2013

Valuation & Research Specialists (VRS) is proud to announce an agreement with the Mergers and Acquisitions (M&As) Division of Mahindra, an Asian Group of Companies. The M&As team of Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd will be utilizing VRS's research output and expertise in its daily operations. Mahindra Group is a $15.4 billion global corporation and is active in a broad range of business sectors such as automotive, farming, information technology, metals, energy, real estate, hospitality, financial services, aerospace and defense.

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Athens / Brussels, 3 December 2012

EuroCharity launches a new service for its members, in collaboration with Valuation & Research Specialists (VRS). The service called ESG Metrics Report (Environment, Social, Governance) is targeted to listed companies-members of EuroCharity and aims to offer comprehensive briefing to stakeholders, regarding financial and sustainable corporate performance and information for responsible investors.  Link  Ethical Performance Newsletter

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October - December 2012

Valuation & Research Specialists (VRS) is proud to announce that its research reports have attracted a significant audience of the international investment community during the year 2012. According to readership data of Thomson Reuters, a significant number of investment professionals follow and read VRS research reports. Professionals are mainly asset managers, investment advisors and financial consultants from the markets of North America, Europe, Asia and Pacific with indicative countries of interest the US, UK, Germany, France, Switzerland, Holland, Italy, Hong Kong and Australia among others. Via its research reports, VRS covers listed and non-listed companies, sector markets and financial securities. VRS also produces scientific and academic research reports in the fields of investments, finance and economics.

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22 November 2012, 21 December 2012 and 7 February 2013

Valuation & Research Specialists (VRS) acted as online supporters of the Investments Forum III, the Derivatives Forum II, and the Corporate Innovation Forum, all held in Athens, Greece. The forums were organized by the Financial Academy and Derivatives.gr.

Investments Forum III, 22 November 2012  Flyer 

Derivatives Forum II, 21 December 2012 

Corporate Innovation Forum, 7 February 2013 

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Valuation & Research Specialists (VRS) acted as online supporters of the Business Analytics and Wealth Management Forums held on 26 April and 17 May 2012 respectively, in Athens, Greece. The forums were organized by the Financial Academy. VRS also acted as online supporters of the Private Equity & Startups Forum held on 21-22 June 2012 and of the Fund Strategies Forum on 21 September 2012. Both forums were held in Athens, Greece.

Business Analytics Forum  Flyer  Agenda

Wealth Management Forum  Flyer

Private Equity & Startups Forum  Day 1  Day 2  Agenda 1  Agenda 2

Fund Strategies Forum  Flyer

 

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2011 / 2012

Valuation & Research Specialists (VRS) acted as sponsors of the "CEOs and CFOs Survey on Financial Management of Cyber Risk 2011 / 2012" in cooperation with Mr. Efstratios Livanis, Lecturer in Technology Management Department, University of Macedonia, Thessalonica, Greece.

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29 November 2011 & 16 December 2011

Valuation & Research Specialists (VRS) acted as online supporters of the Fund Strategies Forum IV held on 29 November 2011, in Athens, Greece. The forum was organized by the Financial Academy.  Flyer  Agenda

Valuation & Research Specialists (VRS) acted as online supporters of the Investments Forum II held on 16 December 2011, in Athens, Greece. The forum was organized by the Financial Academy.  Flyer  Agenda

 

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August 2011

Valuation & Research Specialists (VRS) have agreed with FactSet for the uploading and distribution of VRS reports (equity research reports, valuations of public and non public companies, financial analysis and academic research) via FactSet's platform. Capital IQ is the third provider / distributor of VRS research reports internationally, following VRS agreements with Capital IQ (member of Standard & Poor's) and Thomson Reuters in 2010 and 2006 respectively. 

FactSet Research Systems Inc. was founded in 1978. The company combines integrated financial information, analytical applications and client service to enhance the workflow and productivity of the global investment community. FactSet is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut, US, and is present in North America, Europe and the Pacific Rim. FactSet is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange and the Nasdaq.

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23 May 2011

Valuation & Research Specialists (VRS) acted as supporters of an exhibition featuring prominent modern Greek painters held on 23 May 2011 at St. George Lycabettus Hotel, Kolonaki Athens, Greece. 

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17 May 2011

"Valuation & Research Specialists" acted as online supporters of the Wealth Management & Family Offices Forum II held on 17 May 2011, in Athens, Greece. The forum was organized by the Financial Academy and www.derivatives.gr .  Flyer  Agenda  Press Release

 

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Year 2011

 

1) VRS executives participated as instructors in a specialized seminar organized by Oikonomotexniki on March 15 & 16, 2011 (Athens, Greece). The seminar dealt with "Corporate Budget Modeling and Theory".

2) VRS executives participated as instructors in a specialized seminar organized by Strathclyde University and International Management Studies on April 5,7,9, 2011 (Athens, Greece). The seminar covered the field "Corporate Valuation Modeling and Theory", emphasizing on forecasting and valuation models (such as DCFM and comparative valuation) through Microsoft Excel.

3) VRS executives participated as instructors in a specialized seminar organized by Strathclyde University and International Management Studies on 10, 12 May 2011 (Athens, Greece). The seminar covered the field portfolio and risk management, emphasizing on the respective financial models (market efficiency, bond pricing, implied forward rates, etc.) through Microsoft Excel.

4) VRS executives presented the topic of corporate valuation in the Athens University of Economics & Business (AUEB) on May 9, 2011 (Athens, Greece).

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13 April 2011

"Valuation & Research Specialists" acted as scientific contributors of the "Asset Management & Private Banking Conference" - 13 April 2011, Athens, Greece, an event from the Financial Times Ltd.  Promotion Ad  Picture 1  Picture 2

 

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"Valuation & Research Specialists" acted as online sponsors of the Business Analytics Forum held on 21 March 2011, in Athens, Greece. The forum was organized by the Financial Academy.  Flyer  Press Release

 

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VRS executives participated as instructors in two specialized and applied seminars organized by Strathclyde University and International Management Studies in Athens, Greece. The seminars covered the field corporate valuation, emphasizing on forecasting and valuation models (such as DCFM and DDM) through Microsoft Excel, and the field portfolio and risk management, emphasizing on the respective financial models (market efficiency, bond pricing, implied forward rates, etc.) through Microsoft Excel.

 

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"Valuation & Research Specialists" acted as supporters of the 3rd Fund Strategies Forum held on 23 November 2010, in Athens, Greece. The forum was organized by www.derivatives.gr .  Agenda

 

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"Valuation & Research Specialists" acted as supporters of the 1st Private Equity Forum held on 26 October 2010, in Athens, Greece. The forum was organized by www.derivatives.gr and Financial-Academy.gr .

 

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"Valuation & Research Specialists" (“VRS”) published the 7th issue of the semi-annual academic journal under the name "Investment Research & Analysis Journal" ("IRAJ"). The issue's research papers covered the following topics: a) From entrepreneurial state to state of entrepreneurs, b) The investigation of systematic risk as a means to explain how the financial crisis of 2008 affected the Greek Stock Exchange, c) Firm visibility via group presentations, d) Searching for a new paradigm in competitive strategy.

 

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"Valuation & Research Specialists" ("VRS") have signed an agreement with Standard & Poor’s “Capital IQ” for the uploading and distribution of VRS reports (equity research reports, valuations of public and non public companies, financial analysis and academic research) via Capital IQ’s international platforms in markets such as Europe, North America and Asia. Capital IQ is the second provider / distributor of VRS reports internationally, following “Thomson Reuters” agreement with VRS in 2006.

 

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"Valuation & Research Specialists" acted as supporters of the Wealth Management Forum held on 18 May 2010 in Athens, Greece. The forum was organized by www.derivatives.gr .  Flyer   What will you gain

 

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"Valuation & Research Specialists" ("VRS") acted as expert training advisor of "H&F Analysis", the sole accredited training provider in Greece of London's "Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment" ("CISI"). "CISI" is an internationally recognised institute granting specialized certificates, approved by UK's Financial Services Authority, to professionals of the global securities industry. "VRS" executives participated as instructors in the seminars organized by "Hellenic American Union" in Athens, Greece, for the Certificate in Investment Management of "CISI".

 

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"Valuation & Research Specialists" acted as supporters of the Trading Forum and the 2nd Fund Strategies Forum held on 19 December and 24 November 2009 respectively, in Athens, Greece. The forums were organized by www.derivatives.gr .

 

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"Valuation & Research Specialists" (“VRS”) published the 6th issue of the semi-annual academic journal under the name "Investment Research & Analysis Journal" ("IRAJ"). The issue's research papers covered the following topics: a) The economic impact of tender offers to target-companies in USA during the 20th century, b) Corporate ownership and governance structures, c) Can Greek mutual fund managers outgess the market persistently?, d) Contradictory answers of questionnaires.

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"Valuation & Research Specialists" acted as communication supporters of the "Asset Management Forum" held on 20 May 2009, in Athens, Greece. The Forum was organized by www.derivatives.gr .

 

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"Valuation & Research Specialists" (“VRS”) published the 5th issue of the semi-annual academic journal under the name "Investment Research & Analysis Journal" ("IRAJ"). The issue's research papers covered the following topics: a) Investment Opportunities in Waste Management through the Private Finance Initiative, b) The Death of Credit Markets: Suicide, Homicide, or Accidental Death? c) Corporate Governance and the Cost of Equity Capital, d) Interest Rate Risk and Bank Common Stock Returns: Evidence from Greek Banking Sector, e) Incorporation of Foreign Transactions in Input-Output Analysis Approaches and Practices.

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"Valuation & Research Specialists" acted as communication supporters of the "Investments - Forum" held on 20 December 2008, in Athens, Greece. The Forum was organized by www.derivatives.gr .

 

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"Valuation & Research Specialists" and "Investment Research & Analysis Journal" acted as supporters of the 1st Fund & Structured Product Strategies Forum held on 17 September 2008, in Athens, Greece. The Forum was organized by www.derivatives.gr .

 

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1) VRS executives participated as instructors in a specialized seminar organized by Oikonomotexniki on April 10-11, 2008 (Athens, Greece). The seminar covered topics and tools relating to analysis and evaluation of investment projects and corporations.

2) VRS executives participated as instructors in a specialized seminar organized by Strathclyde University and International Management Studies on 15, 17, 19 April 2008 and on 21, 23, 25 October 2008 and on 10, 12, 14 March 2009 (Athens, Greece). The seminar covered the field corporate valuation, emphasizing on forecasting and valuation models (such as DCFM and DDM) through Microsoft Excel.

3) VRS executives participated as instructors in a specialized seminar organized by Strathclyde University and International Management Studies on 6, 8 May 2008 and on 17, 19 March 2009 (Athens, Greece). The seminar covered the field portfolio and risk management, emphasizing on the respective financial models (market efficiency, bond pricing, implied forward rates, etc.) through Microsoft Excel.

4) VRS as Expert Training Advisor in Certificate in Investment Management and Certificate in Corporate Finance in 2008-2009.

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"Valuation & Research Specialists" ("VRS") acted as expert training advisor of "H&F Analysis", the sole accredited training provider in Greece of London's "Securities & Investment Institute" ("SII"). "SII" is an internationally recognised institute granting specialized certificates, approved by UK's Financial Services Authority, to professionals of the global securities industry. "VRS" executives participated as instructors in the seminars organized by "Hellenic American Union" in Athens, Greece, in the context of the Certificate in Investment Management of "SII".

 

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VRS executives participated as instructors in a specialized seminar organized by Oikonomotexniki on February 20-21, 2008 (Athens, Greece). The seminar covered topics and tools relating to analysis and evaluation of investment projects and corporations.

 

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The "Derivatives Forum" was held in Athens Greece on February 2-3, 2008. The event was organized by the Greek Internet Portal "www.derivatives.gr" and addressed a series of financial topics such as risk management, derivatives products and investment analysis. Nicholas Her. Georgiadis, Director of Research of "Valuation & Research Specialists" ("VRS"), was guest speaker at the forum addressing the topic of "Greek Equity Market's Valuation".

 

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December 19-20, 2007

 

“VRS” executives participated as instructors in a specialized seminar organized by “Oikonomotexniki” on December 19-20, 2007, Athens, Greece. The seminar covered the field of “Financial Reporting”, emphasizing on how financial reporting enhances the stock image of publicly traded companies.

 

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VRS executives participated as instructors in a specialized seminar organized by Strathclyde University and International Management Studies in December 2007 (Athens, Greece). The seminar covered the field corporate valuation, emphasizing on forecasting and valuation models (such as DCFM and DDM) through Microsoft Excel.

 

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25 September 2007

 

London's "Securities & Investment Institute" ("SII") organized a special seminar on "Implementing MiFID" in co-operation with Marfin Egnatia Bank. The event took place on 25 September 2007, in Grande Bretagne Hotel, Athens, Greece. The seminar was presented by Efthimios Bouloutas (Chief Executive, Marfin Egnatia Bank), Simon Culhane (Chief Executive of SII), Christopher Bond MSI (Senior Advisor, MiFID), and Dr. Harilaos Mertzanis (Director of Research, Certification and MIS of the Hellenic Capital Market Commission). The "Markets in Financial Instruments Directive" ("MiFID") is the cornerstone of the European Commission's Financial Services Action Plan which will significantly change how EU financial service markets operate. The "Securities & Investment Institute" ("SII") is the largest and most widely respected professional body for those who work in the securities and investment industry in UK. "H&F Analysis" and "Valuation & Research Specialists" ("VRS") are joint promoters of SII's professional certificates (Certificate in Investment Management and Certificate in Corporate Finance) in the Greek market.

Seminar's Presentations:

MiFID Presentation for SII Greek Branch

MiFID: Multiple Trading Venues and Best Execution

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"VRS" published a "new generation" magazine that incorporates new voices and ideas destined for the international market of professionals in the securities and investment banking industry. This magazine is written and applied by practioners. The "Value Invest" Magazine is published in English language on semi-annual basis, and circulates electronically in 14 countries across the world.

The "Value Invest" Magazine by VRS FREE DOWNLOAD!

 

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"International Management Studies" ("IMS") is the exclusive representative of UK's Strathclyde University in Greece, running the latter's postgraduate programs. "IMS" announces its collaboration with "VRS" ("Valuation & Research Specialists") in the area of specialized corporate finance and investment management seminars for senior executives.

 

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VRS executives participated as instructors in a specialized seminar organized by Oikonomotexniki on June 19-20, 2007 (Athens, Greece). The seminar covered topics and tools relating to analysis and evaluation of investment projects and corporations.

 

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“VRS” Directors of Equity Research participated as instructors in a specialized seminar organized by Hellenic Association of Certified Stockmarket Analysts (HACSA) on 17 May 2007, Athens, Greece.

 

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VRS executives participated as instructors in a specialized seminar organized by Oikonomotexniki on December 18-19, 2006 (Athens, Greece). The seminar covered the field corporate valuation, emphasizing on forecasting and valuation models (such as DCFM and DDM) through Microsoft Excel.

 

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"Valuation & Research Specialists" ("VRS") entered in a partnership with "H&F Analysis", the sole accredited training provider in Greece of London's "Securities & Investment Institute" ("SII"). "SII" is an internationally recognised institute granting specialized certificates, approved by UK's Financial Services Authority, to professionals of the global securities industry. "VRS" executives participated as instructors in the seminars organized by "Hellenic American Union" in Athens, Greece, in the context of the Certificate in Corporate Finance of "SII".

 

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“VRS” executives participated as instructors in a specialized seminar organized by Hellenic Association of Certified Stockmarket Analysts (HACSA) on 23 October 2006, Athens, Greece.

 

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“Investment Research & Analysis Journal" ("IRAJ"), which is an academic journal owned and published by "Valuation & Research Specialists" ("VRS"), was among the media sponsors of the 1st International Conference in Accounting & Finance organized by the Department of Accounting and Finance of the University of Macedonia and held between 31 August - 1 September in Thessalonica, Greece.

 

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July 2006

 

“VRS” enter into an agreement with “Reuters”, the world's leading information resource. According to the agreement, “Reuters” will be uploading “VRS” equity research reports on its platforms. "VRS" reports will be available to institutional investors, portfolio managers and finance professionals on a fee basis.

 

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“VRS” published a bi-monthly academic journal under the name "Investment Research & Analysis Journal" ("IRAJ"). The editorial board of "IRAJ" consists of prominent professors in Greece and abroad (University of Macedonia, University of Crete, University of Piraeus (Greece), INSEAD (France), Kingston University (U.K.), etc.).

 

 

June 5-6, 2006

 

“VRS” executives participated as instructors in a specialized seminar organized by “Oikonomotexniki” on June 5-6, 2006, Athens, Greece. The seminar covered the field of “Financial Reporting”, emphasizing on how financial reporting enhances the stock image of publicly traded companies.

 

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