We were up 65 percent in that time, so obviously that growth rate was far ahead.

We have a variety of different strategic alternatives. We fundamentally believe that there is a lot of growth opportunity in the energy market, particularly associated with electronic trading of energy product.

We continue to invest in new technology that will spur further growth in electronic trading volume through increased speed and access for all users of our markets.

We have a very positive view of the energy sector and have the opportunity to be very successful there.

We're very proud of that. If you can't keep control on the expenses side, it's not as valuable to the shareholder.

Our interest is in making sure that whoever is either going to acquire and run the business, or simply run the business, is a qualified party. Capital wherewithal, experience and knowledge, integrity, and the qualifications of key management would all be important considerations.