41.   Moreover, many acquiring corporations have benefited from the surging U.S. stock market, raising the value of shares that are often used as currency in acquisitions.

42.   Once a premium site gets built, it raises the value of surrounding empty land.

43.   Rising volatility in U.S. markets makes options trading more lucrative and raises the value of seats on the exchange.

44.   Rising volatility in U.S. markets makes options trading more lucrative and raises the value of memberships on the exchange.

45.   Selling puts raises the value of futures and options contracts, bringing up common stocks in tow.

46.   SBC Warburg was trying to pressure BNP into raising the value of a stock swap offer it has made to minority shareholders of CIP.

47.   Second, it is feared that witnesses to major public events might be tempted to embellish their stories in order to raise the value of their tales.

48.   Some analysts have urged such a move, contending it would temporarily raise the value of GM stock.

49.   Some older residents say younger families bring vitality to the town and are more likely to fix up their homes, raising property values.

50.   Still, consultants and competitors say that after a few mistakes, Perot has sharply raised the value of his holdings.