81.   Also, while there been signs of improved export demand during the past few weeks, it still lacks the strength needed to rally prices, analysts said.

82.   Although a CDMA vendor will not be announced tomorrow, analysts say Qualcomm will be the eventual choice.

83.   Although a lengthy strike could affect earnings in the short term, analysts said the company is well positioned to take advantage of an upswing in the market.

84.   Although analysts said Pearson recognizes the problems it faces, they are not convinced Scardino has all the answers.

85.   Altogether, analysts said Thursday, U.S. and European institutions have lost billions of dollars as they have had to write off their holdings of Russian debt.

86.   Although analysts said Echostar was financially stretched and faced an uncertain future as an independent company, it owns precious satellite slots and is already signing up customers.

87.   Although analysts said General Accident will have its hands full absorbing Provident Mutual, Holder said the company plans to keep its eyes open for further opportunities.

88.   Although analysts said the fit of the two companies was a good one, many were surprised by the timing of the deal.

89.   Although analysts say a strike could lead United into bankruptcy, they generally think a strike is unlikely because Bush has said it is not an option.

90.   Although Barings capital has been wiped out by its disastrous trades, analysts said there is still some residual value in what remains of its assets.