Livedoor begins considering ending capital ties with key units
February 17, 2006Livedoor Co. said Friday it has begun to consider ending capital ties with two of its key subsidiaries -- used-car dealership Livedoor Auto Co. and Internet server operation company Media Exchange Inc. Although Livedoor has started a review of its business affiliation with the used-car dealer as well, it wants to maintain business ties with Media Exchange in view of Media Exchange's close ties with Livedoor's Internet operations, Livedoor said.