71.   As they push to close the year on a strong note, automakers, probably are stealing sales from January and February, analysts said.

72.   At Be, which Apple had considered buying last year, Roizen is expected to help the company build better relationships with software developers, analysts said.

73.   Ascend Communications Inc. also fell on concern over slowing growth in networking equipment sales and increased competition, analysts said.

74.   At that point, another temporary shutdown of non-essential government services could result, an outcome that could weigh on the dollar, analysts said.

75.   At stake in Europe is a market that is likely to match the expansion of online services in the U.S. as Europeans rapidly get wired, analysts said.

76.   At best, elections may influence financial markets indirectly by determining what budget-cutting measures, if any, are taken, analysts said.

77.   At the very least, analysts said, Cable and Wireless may need an alliance or partnership in order to compete.

78.   At the very least, analysts said, consumers want to shop with an Internet retailer that can handle customer service problems and returns from the same continent.

79.   August and September, which includes the back-to-school and fall clothing seasons, is the second-biggest selling season after Christmas, analysts said.

80.   August and September, which includes the back-to-school and fall clothing seasons, is the second-biggest selling period after Christmas, analysts said.