Meanwhile, Back at EMI

MEANWHILE, BACK AT EMI: The company rank and file is reportedly ecstatic to be out from under the thumb of Hands and Terra Firma, with a debt that has been reduced by 65% and 300 million pounds to spend. Most expect Citigroup to keep EMI Music on the market, but that euphoria could continue if private equity firm KKR and BMG put their money with their mouth is and make a bid for the company. (2/1p)