21.   But Prudential could hardly have picked a worse time to seek a buyer, industry executives said.

22.   But Prudential could hardly have picked a worse time to seek a buyer, they added.

23.   But when Credit Lyonnais learned that United States law does not permit banks to own operating companies acquired in a foreclosure, it sought a buyer.

24.   Chief Financial Officer Gary Valade said the company also is continuing to seek a buyer for its Thrifty and Dollar car rental units.

25.   Chrysler is seeking a buyer for its Thrifty Car Rental unit.

26.   CenturyTel has been seeking a buyer for its wireless unit for some time, but has never made its efforts public.

27.   Ceval has been seeking a buyer to ease its debt burden, analysts said.

28.   Coastal Corp. said it is seeking a buyer for its coal business and expects to complete a sale by year end.

29.   Coastal Corp. said it is seeking a buyer for its coal division and will use the proceeds to expand its higher-growth businesses and pay down debt.

30.   Creditors may now seek a buyer or start selling their assets.