31.   Analysts blamed the decline on concern about the economy.

32.   Analysts blamed the second consecutive monthly decline on strong first-quarter demand, strikes at GM and Chrysler Corp., and consumer caution.

33.   Analysts blame higher worldwide production, bloated customer inventories, the recession in Europe and lower U.S. shipments.

34.   Analysts blame the slowdown on several factors.

35.   Analysts blame the withdrawals on discounting by rivals, poor selection of joint venture partners and the failure to build brands.

36.   Analysts blamed higher interest rates.

37.   Analysts blamed slow sales of its hair-care products because of increased competition.

38.   As it has fallen farther behind rival Nike Inc., Wall Street analysts have blamed unexciting shoe styles and ever changing ad campaigns that leave consumers confused.

39.   But analysts also blame poor government supervision of the financial sector.

40.   But analysts also blame management for not riding herd on field operations.