James A Macpherson

US Patent:

7610232, Oct 27, 2009

Filed:

Aug 3, 2007

Appl. No.:

11/888965

Inventors:

James MacPherson - Greenwich CT, US

International Classification:

G06Q 40/00

US Classification:

705 36R

Abstract:

A computer implemented method for an issuer of a periodic rate reset security with a conversion feature (PRRSC), other than a traditional convertible security issuer, to issue a PRRSC including the steps of designating the PRRSC as one of an equity or a debt instrument; designating an underlying security associated with the PRRSC; setting a conversion price and a conversion ratio for the PRRSC; designating a period for setting a periodic rate associated with the PRRSC; determining a value of the periodic rate in a market environment; and issuing the PRRSC, wherein conversion of the periodic rate reset security is non-dilutive to the net asset value and earnings per share of the underlying security of the PRRSC Issuer.

US Patent:

7636682, Dec 22, 2009

Filed:

Nov 17, 2000

Appl. No.:

09/716189

Inventors:

James MacPherson - Cos Cob CT, US

International Classification:

G06Q 40/00

US Classification:

705 37, 705 36, 705 35, 705 26

Abstract:

A system for processing mutual fund order messages, including mutual fund purchase and redemption transactions, comprising a server for receiving order messages from at least one of a plurality of designated Exchanges or brokers, aggregating the order messages, reformatting the order messages and transmitting the order messages to at least one of a plurality of Fund/Securities Clearing Agents for confirmation, clearing and settlement including issuance and redemption of mutual fund shares.

US Patent:

8615461, Dec 24, 2013

Filed:

Nov 6, 2009

Appl. No.:

12/590415

Inventors:

James MacPherson - Greenwich CT, US

International Classification:

G06Q 40/00

US Classification:

705 37, 705 35, 705 36 R, 705 38

Abstract:

A system for processing traditional open-end mutual fund purchase and redemption orders at a server at designated Exchange(s) for receiving order messages from at least one of a plurality of Brokers and Member Firms, the server having at least one processor and memory for storing routines operable to process individual or aggregated order messages, preferably based on a prioritized set of business rules, and/or match the purchase and redemption orders, reformat the orders, and transmit the reformatted orders to at least one of a plurality of Fund/Securities Clearing Agents, Funds/Transfer Agents and Depositaries for confirmation, and clearing and settlement of issuance and redemption orders for mutual fund shares, as well as payment of mutual fund dividends.

US Patent:

20020152151, Oct 17, 2002

Filed:

Oct 5, 2001

Appl. No.:

09/972736

Inventors:

William Baughman - Newton MA, US
Rafael Hernandez - New York NY, US
Harsh Shethia - London, GB
James MacPherson - Cos Cob CT, US
Joseph Ferguson - New York NY, US

International Classification:

G06F017/60

US Classification:

705/036000

Abstract:

The present invention comprises a system and method that integrates the various steps involved in creating and managing one or more investment portfolios comprised of multiple disparate financial assets, thereby allowing a usr to navigate from need, to insight, to investing and transacting in a logical and straightforward manner. Questionnaires are used to profile each user of the system to determine risk tolerance, time horizon, investment experience, etc. Using the profile and other questions presented to the user, the system generates a recommended asset allocation, which may form the basis of a financial portfolio. The user may construct a portfolio using the financial assets contained in the recommended asset allocation, or select individual assets for inclusion in the portfolio. Upon construction of a portfolio, the system provides tools to monitor and manage the portfolio through the buying and selling of financial assets. Watch lists may also be defined to monitor a collection of financial assets without incurring the risk involved in purchasing the actual financial assets. Furthermore, portfolios may be managed through the use of alerts, which are triggered when defined market conditions are met.

US Patent:

42864003, Sep 1, 1981

Filed:

Jul 31, 1980

Appl. No.:

6/174013

Inventors:

James A. MacPherson - New York NY
Joseph Schwartz - New York NY

Assignee:

Avant Modes, Inc. - New York NY

International Classification:

G09F 112

US Classification:

40152

Abstract:

A device for displaying an article which comprises a front frame part, a back frame part and a decorative covering over the face of the front frame part and held thereon by reason of clamping engagement of interfitting rims on the two parts with the decorative covering. The parts have aligned openings for viewing the article, such openings being covered by a transparent sheet for protecting the article. Supporting means for the frame assembly is secured to the back part and includes an easel which may have a loop for suspending the frame assembly or includes a stand. The easel or the stand are shaped so as to provide a cavity between it and the back part for receiving the article and the protective sheet.