61.   Some analysts had said that Sapient was better positioned than most e-consultants to survive the downturn because of its technological expertise and relatively diversified client base.

62.   The Everbright official said the group aimed to expand its regional trading and underwriting capabilities, as well as its client base.

63.   The group had decided to broaden its client base in Asia by establishing offices in the region, Mr Macleod said.

64.   After working exclusively for Aventis, the lab will now broaden its client base to include the bio-technology sector.

65.   It said its client base continued to increase and there were important contributions, both within and outside Britain, from institutions, retail funds and private investors.

66.   Most of the Indian software companies have large client base made of US companies and a turnaround in America will boost their earnings.

67.   Namchai added the rate could be positive for all brokers, particularly those with a broad retail client base.