31.  As rates rise, some companies inevitably will consider turning to other methods of getting their messages out.

32.  For that reason, he said, the company might consider using a private jet in a time-share arrangement with other companies.

33.  GE spokesman Mark Behan refused to comment on whether the company is considering such a deal.

34.  Gene Kim, manager of the Los Angeles store, said that at one time the company was considering an expansion into the San Diego market.

35.  German news reports indicated that several board members had wanted the company to consider negotiations, but Mannesmann's chairman, Klaus Esser, adamantly ruled that out.

36.  Giordano said the renegotiated contracts with the two suppliers accounted for more than 10 percent of what the company considers problematic long-term contracts.

37.  Gillings said the company also considered expanding its operations in Illinois or Texas.

38.  Gerry Grinberg, chairman and CEO of Movado Group Inc., a Woodcliff Lake, N.J., watchmaker, said his company is seriously considering advertising in the Enquirer.

39.  GIB said in a statement the two companies will consider listing the unit separately within 18 months to five years.

40.  Greenberg said the company may also consider spinning off the stations to shareholders.