Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. has appointed Kunho Cho as its first Asia-based vice chairman, according to published reports.
Amvescap PLC chief executive Martin Flanagan's 2006 pay package was less than half of his compensation in 2005, according to a Financial News report.
The Bank of New York Co. Inc, parent of Jersey City, NJ-based Pershing LLC, posted a 3% increase in net income during the first quarter.
Knight Capital Group Inc. posted a 35% drop in first-quarter profits on lower revenues and a loss from discontinued operations, falling short of analysts estimates.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. posted a 55% increase in quarterly earnings, energized by gains in its investment banking and asset management businesses.
Victoria Bay Asset Management LLC of Alameda, Calif, announced today the launch of the United States Natural Gas Fund LP (UNG), an exchange-traded security based on natural gas.
Morgan Stanley has hired Blair Pickerell as its managing director and head of investment management for Asia, according to published reports.
State Street Corp. posted an 11% increase in net income on stronger servicing and investment management fees, which boosted revenue to a record level.
Charles Schwab Corp. posted a 12% increase in net income for the first quarter, as new customers increased assets in client accounts.
Wachovia Corp. shareholders have approved two proposals by the company's board that will affect how directors are elected and how often.
