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Feb. 27, 2002

Given IPO Downturn, Reverse Mergers Can Be an Alternative

Focus Column - By Stephen P. Milner - Last year was not a banner year for the initial public offering market. And, unfortunately, the beginning of 2002 does not appear to be much better. Quite clearly, underwriters have become less willing to proceed with initial public offerings given the current condition of the stock market. As a result, many businesses that seek the benefits of being a public company will do so by way of a reverse merger.

        Focus Column
        
        By Stephen P. Milner
        
        Last year was not a banner year for the initial public offering market. And, unfortunately, the beginning of 2002 does not appear to be much better. Quite clearly...

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