31. Cable companies also fell behind in their payments, exacerbating the cash crunch. 32. Canadian oil and gas companies fell as crude oil futures hovered near two-year lows, reflecting reduced Asian demand and the resumption of Iraqi exports. 33. Car companies fell on concern that Brazil may reduce imports of Argentine cars. 34. Cement companies also fell. 35. Car companies also fell. 36. Cigarette companies also fell on fears an economic slowdown could scale back consumer spending, traders said. 37. Cigarette companies also fell on fears an economic downturn could scale back consumer spending, traders said. 38. Chemical companies also fell. 39. Computer-related companies also fell, as many bet mutual fund companies have reduced their holdings in high-tech shares. 40. Computer-related companies slipped fell following the drop in technology shares in U.S. trading. |