31.   But the halt in airmail parcel traffic could hurt small businesses that depend on the Postal Service for things like cheap international delivery.

32.   But the number of empty seats has increased, and travel agents who specialize in France say the strike is hurting their business.

33.   But the torrential rains in recent weeks have hurt business at amusement parks, zoos and day cruises.

34.   City officials contend that Mafia influence, violence and corruption have hurt business in the market.

35.   Cognos admitted the variety of options to its products is hurting its business because customers are delaying purchases to weigh alternatives.

36.   Company executives are sensitive to Wall Street, and they know that anything that hurts business will not be popular among investors.

37.   Companies have said the strike could hamper production and hurt business.

38.   Critics say it will hurt businesses, farmers and discriminates against families.

39.   Critics say it would result in high taxes, hurt small businesses and put people out of work.

40.   Continued interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve could hurt business, though many retail stocks have climbed recently.