Alcatel/Lucent: too much to swallow

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Alliance & Leicester: judgment day draws near

Scores of recent news reports have concentrated on potential takeover bids for Alliance & Leicester. They may not be so far from the truth. A takeover bid will not be as straightforward as it first appears, but Alliance & Leicester cannot stave off interest from suitors such as Abbey National forever.

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Allianz: don't discount Dresdner - yet

Although the industry continues to mock Allianz's purchase of Dresdner Bank, the German insurer begs to differ. Yes, the investment and corporate banking business is struggling - but the real value in the takeover lies in increased distribution for Allianz's insurance products, and the opportunity to grow retail market share as investors seek security.

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Allianz: on the prowl for a UK acquisition

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Allied Domecq: no need for Seagram

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Alstom: making hay while the sun shines

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Alstom: slimming down to survive

Siemens has bought Alstom's industrial turbines business. At E1.1 billion, Alstom has secured a good price for the unit. The sale also means that its E3 billion disposal program is off to an encouraging start. Much work remains to be done, however, if the company is to survive its E5 billion debt burden.

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Alza: a new focus on in-house development

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American Italian Pasta Co: an offer not to refuse

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Ameritrade/Datek: buying its way out

Ameritrade has finally won the long bidding war for its rival. Amid a background of depressed share trading and poor earnings forecasts, Ameritrade seems to have paid a hefty price. The company will have to draw heavily on Datek's strengths - specifically, its strong technology and its high revenue per customer - to make the move worthwhile.

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