Released on = April 5, 2007, 5:25 am

Press Release Author = Walt Lecter/Carlton Hedges & Associates

Industry = Financial

Press Release Summary = Mergers and acquisitions activity has increased threefold in
the US market since the year 2000 with companies scrambling to consolidate their
positions in the face of increasing global competition.

Press Release Body = Mergers and acquisitions activity has increased threefold in
the US market since the year 2000 with companies scrambling to consolidate their
positions in the face of increasing global competition.

Carlton Hedges & Associates spokesperson, Walt Lecter, commented "We have seen an
almost explosive growth in Mergers and acquisitions in the market over the last few
years." He then went on to say "Here in New York we have an average of nine
acquisitions per week and there is no sign of it slowing down." He commented further
that" The majority of acquisitions that Carlton Hedges & Associates deal with are
all tax related with companies looking to offset the cost of the acquisition against
their capital gains in order to show a book loss at the end of the accounting
period."

Carlton Hedges & Associates provides financial advisory services to wealthy
individuals and families, select endowments, and corporate clients. Our independent,
fee only, conflict free \"open architecture\" consulting service combines a blend of
independence, tax awareness and extensive intellectual resources. Carlton Hedges &
Associates today is one of the best-recognized open architecture firms advising
clients on their investment portfolios and other wealth management issues.

With expertise in the Investment Banking industry, Carlton Hedges & Associates can
help you meet the challenges of wealth investment. Carlton Hedges & Associates is a
professional financial advisory and venture capital firm with expertise in Mergers
and Acquisitions, Investment Banking, Emerging Growth Companies, and Specialized tax
advisory services. Carlton Hedges & Associates provides powerful solutions for
growing your wealth in a complex market.


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