Mtl_gold, I would imagine that those that are experienced investors, funds people, and Hong Kong investors, are very careful when it comes to choosing any of the 100's of junior explorers out there.
I wouldn't be at all surprised if they were waiting for a very telling NR. These folks want to make sure their investing in something proven, and won't mind losing a bit of the first big jump, just to be on the safe side. I don't think there's any doubt that they'll be there after a killer NR!
Pender