91.   Also brightening the prospects for the stock market was another move by a big U.S. company to boost profits through a restructuring or joint venture.

92.   Brewing profit was also boosted by higher sales volume and consumer preference for premium brands.

93.   Broadcasters like LIN are in demand because companies can cut costs and boost profits by owning large blocks of stations.

94.   Broadcasting companies are also finding that by amassing large numbers of stations in key geographical areas they can realize economies of scale and boost profits substantially.

95.   Broadcasters like LIN, which operates eight network-affiliated stations, are in demand because companies can cut costs and boost profits by owning large numbers of stations.

96.   Bridgestone benefited from a weaker yen, which boosted its profit from tire exports from Japan.

97.   But higher HMO rates, diminished competition due to mergers and acquisitions and the need to boost profits will raise costs nationally this year, the consulting firm said.

98.   But Ford is betting that revamping its stamping operations will help reduce the cost of its vehicles and boost profits and still allow it to maintain or improve quality.

99.   But Gerber failed to mention that the ingredient, a modified food starch, boosted company profits, Jacobson said.

100.   But industry analysts said the real message yesterday is that through a series of cost-cutting moves and consolidation of facilities, the company hopes to boost profits.