1.   Altra Energy Technologies is a possible acquisition target, Sherman said.

2.   And which REITs are possible acquisition targets?

3.   Arch Coal Inc., the sixth-largest U.S. coal producer, is eyeing other producers for possible acquisitions following a successful merger last summer.

4.   Arco also is examining ways to expand its refining and marketing operations, including possible acquisitions, he said.

5.   As he scouts other possible acquisitions, he sees good times ahead for the music business.

6.   At one point, the banker said, Oxford Health Plans was considered a possible acquisition target for Aetna.

7.   BankAmerica Chairman and Chief Executive David Coulter declined to comment on the possible acquisition.

8.   Ballooning cash reserves has heightened speculation about possible acquisitions.

9.   Bezos did not shed any light on possible acquisitions or product categories, saying only that Amazon is interested in partners who are fanatical about customer service.

10.   Bond, who sold some consumer services stocks Monday to raise cash for new investments, believes Sprint and US West are possible acquisition candidates.