Financial services came back in vogue because of the technology crash. But there are not that many companies [left] to buy. |
If you can solve individuals' income needs, then they will hand over all of their money. |
Prudential has worked hard to get rid of its underperforming units and we're starting to see the benefit of that now. Prudential continues to gather steam. |
There are ways to get around that, though. |
There is a $600 million break up fee presuming certain events happen. I don't think it is a given that American General is obligated to pay the breakup fee. |
We're concerned (the charges) will overshadow what was a very strong quarter. |