Since Mubarak was ousted, the ruling military junta has taken actions that signal that Egypt is no longer interested in behaving in a manner that advances US interests.
Not the least of these is the regime of Mikhail Gorbachev which has, in recent weeks, taken a series of actions that signal its determination to prevent such fundamental, structural changes.
Steve Jobs departure from Apple and the Korean firms confidence in its smartphone and tablet business could signal some more aggressive actions in the near future as Samsung looks to fend off recent Apple and lawsuits and make its mark in the mobile computing market. (See Samsung Eyes Opportunity as Steve Jobs Resigns).
Our decision to initiate a dividend of 50 cents per share is a clear signal that our businesses are strengthening and underscores our confidence in the value that will be created by our actions.