LSE's trading structure as a step in the right direction.

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The shift from private to public would be a giant step for Glencore, but its current partnership structure makes it hard to raise money in the markets to fund future growth.

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It would bring biologists a step closer to being able to predict the final folded structure of proteins, which would help in working out their functions and thus make it easier to design drugs that are aimed at a particular protein.

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However, the mid-range sedan's platform (underbody structure and chassis) is entirely Proton, a major step for the carmaker, whose other models are based on Mitsubishi or Citroen platforms.

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The likes of Charlie Davies and Phil Eggleshaw have already made the step up and there are a lot more players identified within the academy structure.

BBC: Glenn Delaney column

In fact, it sold well despite the bond not having a "step-up" clause, meaning the coupon is fixed permanently, a structure that is considered favorable to the issuer.

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