31.   At the same time, banks are selling businesses and leaving regions where they are less competitive and less profitable.

32.   Because of the economic and political turmoil in Argentina, negotiations to sell two businesses there were terminated.

33.   Before a broader plan is unveiled, GEC likely will work on selling smaller businesses.

34.   Berman, who will be executive publisher and has a background in advertising, public relations and marketing, had sold his business.

35.   Berg said Boral expected to sell the business at a profit.

36.   Blethen thinks that rather than an estate being taxed, taxes should apply when a business is sold.

37.   Bonnie McClanahan said the burden of capital gains tax would sap them of their retirement if they ever sold their business.

38.   Both events helped convince McNay to sell his business to AMG.

39.   Both have sold local businesses, focused on key brands and boosted marketing spending.

40.   -- The fund is not interested in constantly buying and selling mediocre businesses where economic gain depends more on profiting from short-term price swings.