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GÖTEBORG, Sweden--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The Second Swedish National Pension Fund/AP2 posted a return of -1.9 percent for 2011 on its total portfolio, excluding expenses, which was less than the decline noted by the major stock markets. Diversification of the Fund’s portfolio assets in recent years has served to counteract this negative trend. The Fund’s return relative to benchmark index was -0.3 percent, excluding alternative investments and costs.

• The Second AP Fund’s assets under management totalled SEK 216.6 (222.5) billion on December 31st 2011, against which net outflows to the national pension system were charged in an amount of SEK -1.2 (-4.0) billion.
• The net result for the year amounted to SEK -4.6 (22.3) billion.
• The Fund’s return on the total portfolio was -1.9 (11.2) percent, excluding commission fees and operating expenses. Including these expenses, the portfolio noted a return of -2.1 (11.0) percent.
• The relative return on the Fund’s overall portfolio, excluding alternative investments and expenses, was -0.3 (0.8) percent, -0.16 percent of which is attributable to implementation effects.
• The most substantial contributions to ROI derived from alternative investments and fixed-income securities. The return on these asset classes was 8.4 (15.0) and 6.8 (0.5) percent respectively. · During the spring, the Fund instituted a comprehensive reallocation of its portfolio assets, from Swedish equities and fixed-income securities to emerging market equities and government bonds.
• During 2011, the Fund established a joint real-estate company in association with the First Swedish National Pension Fund/AP1, focused on investment in European real estate. The Fund has also launched a joint venture with US pension fund TIAA-CREF, which will focus on investment in agricultural real estate in the US, Australia and Brazil.

“The European debt crisis and falling stock markets the world over have had an impact on much of the year – and on the result. In spite of this, we can report a limited decline in market worth than experienced by the major stock markets. This derives from our long-term commitment to diversify the portfolio,” states CEO Eva Halvarsson, Second AP Fund.

The English version of the AP2 Annual Report 2011 will be available at www.ap2.se from the end of February.

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CEO Eva HalvarssonSecond AP Fund+46 (0)31-704 29 00orUlrika DanielsonHead of Communication+46 (0)31-704 29 29.

Source: Andra AP-fonden

Aesthetic Medicine, in cooperation with American Cancer Society Relay for Life, are announcing the Bowling for Botox event with Jared Lee and over $20,000 in prizes Feb. 18

PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Dr. Darm and Aesthetic Medicine are happy to announce that acclaimed singer/songwriter Jared Lee will appear and perform in support of the Relay for Life / Bowling for Botox event on Feb. 18. The event features a huge array of prizes, and aims to raise awareness and funds for the American Cancer Society Relay for Life Lake Oswego Branch.

In addition to Relay for Life, Dr. Darm and Aesthetic Medicine have partnered with Alpha Broadcasting and Grand Central Bowl. Bowling teams will be able to compete for numerous prizes at various levels, including: Skin Medica Skin Care Baskets, Skin Ceuticals Skin Care Baskets, Skin Ceuticals Advanced Brightening System, Free units of Botox, Skin Ceuticals Skin Care Basket Anti-Aging Kit, Latisse Products, Inn at the Spanish Head getaway, Ski Lift Tickets at Mt. Hood Meadows, Free Juvederm products, and Underarm Hair removal treatments.

Please call Julie at (503) 697-9777 or email her at julie(at)drdarm(dot)com to submit team name, members, and time slot (12:00–3:00 or 3:00-6:00 pm).

About Aesthetic Medicine

Dr. Darm opened Aesthetic Medicine in 1995. Initially specializing in weight loss, he expanded to include hair removal and rosacea treatments in 1997. Since that time, new services have been added yearly to promote health, wellness and beauty. Dr. Darm graduated from Stanford University with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. His medical training was obtained at OHSU.

Aesthetic MedicineMelissa Neubert, 1-888-697-9717melisssa@drdarm.comwww.drdarm.com

Source: Dr. Darm Aesthetic Medicine

Roku Players Feature More than 40 Streaming Channels Including Region-Specific Programmes

SARATOGA, Calif. & LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Roku ®, the leading streaming platform in the U.S., today announced the addition of BBC iPlayer to its growing selection of video, music and games in the UK. Joining Netflix, FoxNews.com and others, the new channel will allow Roku’s UK customers to catch up on recent BBC programming on their television sets without the need for a PC.

“Roku recognizes the importance of region-specific programmes so today we are excited to announce the addition of BBC iPlayer to our platform,” said Clive Hudson, vice president and general manager for Europe at Roku. “This is among the first of many significant content partnerships for Roku in Europe and we look forward to making additional announcements in the coming weeks.”

Roku streaming players are known for their low prices, simplicity and quality of content. Two models of Roku players – Roku LT and Roku 2 XS – are available in the UK and the Republic of Ireland for suggested retail prices of £49.99 and £99.99 respectively (customers can visit www.roku.co.uk to find retailers). Both models feature more than 40 channels of streaming entertainment including on-demand films and programmes from Netflix and Crackle (Crackle is available in the UK only); live and on-demand sports from MLB.TV and Ultimate Fighting Championship organisation; music from Classical TV and TuneIn; photos and videos from Facebook and Flickr; news and entertainment from WSJ Live from the Wall Street Journal, FoxNews.com and others from around the world – plus casual games like Angry Birds.

About Roku, Inc.

Roku is a leading streaming platform. Since launching the first Netflix streaming player in 2008, Roku has delivered entertainment content to approximately 2.5 million streaming players. The Roku platform features a growing collection of channels that vary by country but include Netflix, Amazon Instant Video, Crackle, Hulu Plus, HBO GO™, MLB.TV, Pandora, Facebook and Angry Birds. Renowned for their ease of use, value and selection of content, the award‐winning Roku streaming players are available for purchase through leading retailers in the U.S., UK and Ireland. Roku was founded by Anthony Wood, inventor of the DVR. For more information, visit www.roku.com.

Media Contacts:RokuHa Thai, 1(408)832.0823 (Mobile)hthai@roku.comorContext PRCraig Coward, +44(0)1625 511966craig.coward@contextpr.co.uk

Source: Roku, Inc.