1.   The major exception to the general downturn, the tourism sector, has actually seen an increase in profits.

2.   This was blamed in a general downturn in the market.

3.   As economists know, the fact is the latest negative business news merely confirms that we are not insulated from the general economic downturn.

4.   But, as economists know, the fact is that the latest developments merely confirm that we are not insulated from the general economic downturn.

5.   The company released no news, but its shares bucked a general downturn in technology issues today.

6.   These jobs were already in decline in the Bay Area as a result of the dot-com bust and general economic downturn.

7.   Whether the sweepstakes companies can pull out of their general downturn is not clear.

8.   And as a result of the general downturn in the stock market, its asset quality in the share margin financing business also deteriorated.

9.   Despite the general downturn, Kellner said the WB has more advertising revenue coming in at higher rates than last year.

10.   Domestic auto production has been on a general downturn as Japanese auto makers expand their overseas production capacities and reduce exports from their home operations.