1.   But Devenish shareholders get a dividend sweetener.

2.   But shareholders get a bigger dividend.

3.   Loral shareholders will get one share in the new company for each Loral share now held.

4.   Shareholders get nothing more than a bald one-year profit forecast.

5.   It seemed a good idea at the time, and it was agreed that all the shareholders would get an instrument of any description.

6.   Although Noyabrskneftegaz shareholders would get the first crack at the shares, others might be able to buy if current shareholders decline to buy.

7.   American Brands said all other shareholders will get four Gallaher ordinary shares for each American Brands share held.

8.   America Online shareholders would get one share in the new company for each share of America Online they own.

9.   Analysts and investors said Bank of Melbourne shareholders were getting a good price for their shares.