61.   U.S. stock rose in seesaw trading as better-than-expected earnings from Pfizer Inc. spurred a rally in drug shares.

62.   U.S. stocks fell as drug shares retreated on concern that price caps may be imposed if the Democrats gain control of Congress.

63.   U.S. stocks rose, led by drug shares, after merger talks between SmithKline Beecham Plc and American Home Products Corp. ignited speculation that other acquisitions may follow.

64.   U.S. stocks surged to records, as drug shares rallied and tobacco companies gained on optimism that the cigarette industry will settle health-related lawsuits linked to smoking.

65.   Utility stocks gained, though not as much as on Wednesday, as did drug shares and such sectors as chemicals and railroads.

66.   Yesterday, stocks fell to their lowest level in more than two weeks, led by drug shares.

67.   Yesterday, drug shares fell on concern that the Clinton administration might revive proposals to contain health-care costs if the Democrats gain control of Congress.

68.   Losers included major steelmakers and drug shares.