WestLB/AWG: cards on the table

WestLB has publicized its bid for AWG as a new tactic in its attempt to acquire the business. WestLB has become increasingly frustrated with the board's reluctance to discuss its proposal, but shareholders should wait for an improved offer.

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Weight loss products: UK market to show slow growth

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Websites: room for improvement

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WebMD/Quintiles: confidentiality is key

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Water: 78% of UK households have no meter

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Warranty Direct: low price guaranteed

Warranty Direct, a leading UK extended warranty provider, has gone on the offensive in the run-up to the Christmas shopping season. Its survey highlights that the time is ripe for direct insurance providers to make their presence known. Consumer apathy is the biggest hurdle to overcome, but Warranty Direct is in a good position to do exactly that.

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WAP services: popular with the Brits

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Wall Street: regulators fight bankers - and each other

New York's Eliot Spitzer has launched a campaign against conflicts of interest between analysts and investment bankers. Now the SEC has joined in - much to the aggravation of Mr Spitzer. But despite this turf war, banks certainly need to initiate change to avoid tarnishing their credibility and destroying client confidence.

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VW: spinning off to avoid takeover

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VW: EU scrutiny, and not for the first time

Having previously issued fines, the EC is once again investigating Volkswagen on anti-competitive grounds. If any legal action were successful, VW would be open to takeover from the larger players. With VW's recent recall underway the company will be looking for a change in fortunes. This may come in 2004 with new model launches.

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