31.   Declines were led by companies with business in Asia.

32.   Declining issues were led by companies dependent on the auto industry.

33.   Davis indicated, however, that he may use the position at Highland Capital as a platform to find another company to lead.

34.   Declines were led by companies that would be most hurt by strained relations with Beijing, including transportation companies and petrochemical companies.

35.   Drug and beverage companies led the decline.

36.   Drug and beverage companies led the slide.

37.   Electricity companies led decliners.

38.   Electronics companies led the way.

39.   Even though the company leads the field when it comes to minivans, it is taking no chances on losing sales to other makers.

40.   Financial companies led the advance, as lower interest rates cut their borrowing costs.