51.   Analysts expected the report to show manufacturing output unchanged for a second consecutive month.

52.   Analysts said the Bank of Japan was unlikely to alter its interest rate policy even if the reports showed the economy recovering more quickly than expected.

53.   And a new economic report showed little indication that growth will accelerate soon.

54.   And a separate report today showed business activity in the New York City area gained momentum in December while the threat of accelerating inflation increased.

55.   Analysts expect the report to show an increase in the number of hogs held back for breeding during the first quarter.

56.   Analysts were divided on whether the report truly showed that economic growth is moderating.

57.   Analysts were surprised by the lower imports because an earlier report showed a big jump in inventories held by wholesalers for the month.

58.   And a new report shows that refiners are beginning to cut back production.

59.   And for the first time, the report no longer shows the total number of officers on patrol.

60.   And analysts noted that the report showed a decline in permits issued for future construction, which suggested a possible slowdown ahead.