11.   A possible acquisition could kick off even more deal making in the market-making sector.

12.   A portion also may be used for possible acquisitions.

13.   A spokeswoman for Charter would not comment on the possible acquisition.

14.   Albemarle said proceeds from the sale would go towards paying down debt, possible acquisitions and a repurchase of shares.

15.   But deals with the larger Cox Communications, Charter Communications or Adelphia Communications are also possible acquisitions, he said.

16.   But the talks with BDO Seidman are not limited to possible acquisitions of individual Andersen offices or employees who serve a certain type of client, these people said.

17.   Cemex continually examines cement plants around the world for possible acquisitions, he said.

18.   CEI Managing Director Martin Ruete said this week that the company is raising capital for investments and possible acquisitions.

19.   Catherine Mathis, a spokeswoman for the Times Co., said it had a longstanding company policy against commenting on possible acquisitions or sales.

20.   Cigna said it will use the proceeds from the sale to buy back shares and for possible acquisitions.