1.   The talks between Israel and Jordan were held after weeks of renewed speculation about the possible declaration of a Jordanian-Palestinian confederation.

2.   Today there is renewed speculation about a consumer market comeback.

3.   The move has prompted renewed speculation that a General Election will be held in April.

4.   THE Princess of Wales maintained a dignified poise yesterday as renewed speculation about her marriage threatened to upset her visit with Prince Charles to South Korea.

5.   Analysts and investors expressed concern the new issue might not sell well amid renewed speculation interest rates are heading higher.

6.   And stocks of cigarette companies have risen dramatically following renewed speculation that a comprehensive settlement could remove the threat of federal regulation and litigation.

7.   At the same time, it became the target of renewed takeover speculation.

8.   Bank shares also fell on renewed speculation that the foreign and local shares will be merged.

9.   Bank shares could advance, boosted by renewed takeover speculation.