1.   Chilectra Metropolitana SA appealed the new distribution tariffs to the courts Friday, claiming they would slash profits and trigger a slump in its share price.

2.   It would probably trigger a slump in American share prices, and a rise in bond yields, as foreigners pulled out their money.

3.   The move triggered a slump in automobile stocks as investors feared the impact on profits.

4.   The slump was triggered by analysts who raised concerns about slowing demand for computer chips.

5.   Concern about corporate profits triggered the slump, particularly earnings in the important technology sector.

6.   Island countries say underground French nuclear tests in the South Pacific have triggered a slump in tourism.

7.   A sharp fall on Wall Street triggered a slump in Tokyo stocks Thursday but most other Asian bourses proved their resilience by clawing back early losses, traders said.