Friday, June 15, 2007

Taiwan Stocks Reach Six-Year High, Led by Insurers: World's Biggest Mover

(Bloomberg) -- Taiwan's stocks rose to a six-year
high, posting the biggest fluctuation among markets included in
global benchmarks. Cathay Financial Holding Co. led insurers
higher after lawmakers approved a bill allowing them to invest
more of their assets overseas.

``Parliament's decision gives more room for Taiwan insurers
to maximize profitability by investing globally,'' said Yin Nai-
yun, who oversees $172 million at Prudential Securities
Investment Trust Enterprise in Taipei.


Read more at Bloomberg Stocks News

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