1.   But for bonds to rally, buying may have to appear from some unconventional source.

2.   Buying back shares has the effect of increasing earnings per share independent of, or in addition to, genuine earnings growth.

3.   Buying cosmetics online has little appeal for most women, analysts say, because they want to smell, touch and see the products.

4.   In theory, perhaps, but the constant buying has some analysts concerned.

5.   While major stock indexes have slipped from record highs in recent weeks, the blue-chip buying has some analysts worried.