The secrecy only seemed to increase speculation on how the series would end.

The military command's silence has only increased speculation about what is happening behind the brick wall around its compound.

That is likely to increase speculation of a possible takeover, analysts said.

The Steelers' 5-8 record has increased speculation that this may be Noll's last season.

Gen Pinochet's attendance at hospital will increase speculation about his health.

This has increased speculation that an MLB team might eventually sign him.

Jahangir's defeat will increase speculation that the man who once went more than 500 matches unbeaten, may sometime next year retire.

Samsung Motors' loss is likely to increase speculation that the fledgling car maker will have to shut its doors.

The European Union decided not to keep emergency stocks, a decision which will further increase speculation in the future.

Valentine himself has increased speculation on the whereabouts of the figure, giving conflicting to reports as to where the prototype(s) may be in various interviews.