But BP's woes may also reflect badly on other British firms doing business in America.

但英石油现所处的困境也可能会给其他在美国开展业务的英国企业带来恶劣影响。

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Several other French, Dutch and British firms are using foot power to keep the lights on.

法国、荷兰与英国的其他一些公司也正在设法借助脚部产生的能量让灯泡发光。

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Purchases go both ways—and many British firms have found new strength under foreign owners.

收购通过以上两种方式进行，很多英国企业已经在外国所有者的屋檐下获得了新的活力。

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For small British firms facing a squeeze there are desperately few alternatives to bank finance.

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Which is pretty much why other British firms are so attractive to foreign buyers.

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EU's social chapter, although 55 British firms have already adopted consultative works councils, its most important provision.

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