The money was returned in full.

Buyers acquired full or partial interests in 73 asset managers during the first half of this year, down 33 percent from 109 in the same period last year, the report said.

The huge investments in Brazil announced this year are not all confirmed, but compare to just $83 million in 2009.

If Babcock determines Williams committed a "major offense, " she could be fined all of her prize money from the tournament.

But lending will not pick up until businesses and consumers gain the confidence they need to hire and spend.