71.   The Internet security software marker lowered earnings forecasts for the summer and fall, citing weakening demand.

72.   The semiconductor manufacturer lowered its forecast for the coming quarter, but was more optimistic about future business.

73.   He has lowered forecasts of growth in sales by five percent, expecting parents to be less lavish this time round.

74.   The inflation forecast could be lowered further later in the year, the government said.

75.   The fall in high-tech stocks, which began on Tuesday, continued Wednesday morning amid profit-taking and computer company lower growth forecasts.