高级商务英语听说（第二版）Unit 11 Making Investment Rationally.pptVIP

Making Investment Rationally理性投资 * University of International Business and Economics * Unit 11 ?Learning Objectives In this unit students will learn words and expressions related to investment. Students will be able to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of various investment tools. Comprehension Questions: How big is NYSE in its market capitalization? The total market capitalization of the NYSE is five times that of NASDAQ. 2. Who are specialists? Specialists are both brokers and dealers. They are assigned to each of the trading posts on the floor of the NYSE where they handle one or more of the stocks traded at that post. 3. What will happen if companies fail to meet listing requirements of NYSE? They could be delisted from the exchange. 4. What are the technological changes made in NYSE? A highly technical wireless data system increasing the speed in which trades were executed was introduced in 1996. This allows for trading to be done with hand-held laptop-like computers carried by the floor traders. First listening: listen for the gist Part A What is the main idea of news item one? The authorities in China announced yesterday that the share merger reform would be extended to the whole market, sparking a smart rally on the Shanghai and Shenzhen bourses. What is the main idea of news item two? For those who fancy tucking a few million dollars into a select hedge fund, classified ads in newspapers will not do. What is the main idea of news item three? Singapore’s central bank has imposed a $4.8m civil penalty on the Beijing-controlled parent of China Aviation Oil for insider trading during the city state’s worst financial scandal in a decade. What is the main idea of news item four? BenQ, Taiwanese diversified electronics maker, acquired Siemens’ mobile phone unit in June. It has reported sharply lower net profit in the first half of this year as competition hit sales in its key product lines. What is the main idea of news item fiv