Mr. Bloom, 40, who saw the writing on the wall, began looking for work before he left the company.

Mr Bloom said market psychology had broken down across the world over recent days.

Mr. Bloom also has a plan for acquisitions that end up not working.

Mr Bloom, seeing the coast clear, made for the inner door.

Mr Bloom on his way out raised three fingers in greeting.

Mr. Bloom has since given that account to a subordinate.

Mr. Bloom is not interested in that kind of historical detective work.

Mr Bloom put his head out of the window.

Mr. Bloom declined to discuss the matter except to say it was a "difficult situation."

Mr. Bloom believed firmly that advertising could change the way people looked at things.