11.   Analysts credited a strong economy and stricter gun-control legislation.

12.   Analysts credited rising stock prices, low unemployment, high levels of consumer confidence and mild weather.

13.   Analysts credited Sears for quickly trying to settle the problem quickly.

14.   Analysts credited some of the technology demand to Lehman Brothers semiconductor analyst Dan Niles, who said Intel is one of his favorite stocks.

15.   Analysts credited Southwest for its latest tactic in an industry increasingly populated with low-fare competitors.

16.   Analysts credited the strong showing to aggressive price cuts, and traditional strength during the back-to-school season.

17.   Analysts also credited the Christian Civic League of Maine and the local chapter of the Christian Coalition with running a more effective campaign than gay rights activists.

18.   Analysts credit chairman and chief executive Russell E. Planitzer.

19.   Analysts credited management with steering Kodak through a tough environment in part by running its plants more efficiently and securing a lower tax rate.

20.   Analysts erroneously credited Cassidy and Associates, a Washington public relations firm hired by the ruling Kuomintang party, with getting Lee his visa.