51.   Gross profit rose, advertising spending increased and operating profits were higher, the company said.

52.   Hasbro Inc. said profit rose five percent on higher sales of its Star Wars action figures and other toys.

53.   He declined to forecast how much profit would rise for the year.

54.   Honda Motor Co. profits rose in the most recent fiscal year as the company sold more sport utility vehicles in Japan and more motorcycles in Southeast Asia.

55.   Honda Motor Corp. profits rose almost four-fold.

56.   Honda Motor Co. profits rose in the most recent fiscal year as the company sold more sport utility vehicles and minivans in Japan and more motorcycles in Asia.

57.   Honda shares, for example, fell this week even after the company reported a banner first quarter where profits rose four-fold.

58.   Hoogovens NV said its net profit rose almost five-fold in the first half, helped by higher prices and brisk demand for its steel and aluminum products.

59.   Honda Motor Co. profits rose in the most recent fiscal year as the company sold more cars in Japan and more motorcycles abroad.

60.   If they rise, it will be the first time since World War II that corporate profits rose for six consecutive years.