1.   Last week, Neff downgraded shares of Apple, Dell, Compaq Computer and Hewlett-Packard.

2.   Many analysts downgraded SAP shares in the aftermath.

3.   Some analysts downgraded Hewlett shares.

4.   Some analysts downgraded Hewlett shares, while others said the circumstances that led to the shortfall were temporary, and they remained confident.

5.   The departure of the Dreams Come True was a big blow, leading to several brokerages downgrading the shares.

6.   Two Wall Street analysts downgraded its shares, warning that earnings may be weak because of competition and slow shipments of commercial paper products.

7.   Morgan shares were downgraded on Tuesday by Donaldson, Lufkin and Jenrette Securities.

8.   On the minus side, a Wall Street brokerage has downgraded shares of Hewlett-Packard, which is a component of the Dow.