1.   Analysts said German cartel authorities would probably object to Allianz having a large stake in AMB.

2.   Cartel authorities searched the offices of the companies and a number of smaller producers in September.

3.   German cartel authorities approved the merger in September.

4.   Kirch and Bertelsmann have yet to register their digital television plan with European cartel authorities, though Woessner said he expects the plan will receive the necessary regulatory approval.

5.   Swiss cartel authorities would have to review the merger.

6.   The acquisition still needs approval from European and U.S. cartel authorities.

7.   The partners also will communicate with German cartel authorities about anti-trust issues raised by the alliance, Deutsche Telekom said.

8.   The takeover must be approved by cartel authorities.

9.   The transaction requires approval from German cartel authorities.

10.   Any takeover would be subject to clearance by cartel authorities.