11.   The slump was caused in part by government directives to cut back on unnecessary spending, particularly for cars.

12.   Together these two factors caused a slump in industrial production and industry began dismissing workers in record numbers.

13.   The slump was caused by an exodus of foreign investors, partly out of concern over the property sector, brokers said.

14.   The so-called kerb traders, who deal in shares outside the bourse, have accused brokers of manipulating the market and causing the slump.

15.   Sweden already caused a slump in the European currencies in August when it raised interest rates.

16.   The kerb traders have accused brokers of manipulating the market and causing the slump and demanded action against them.

17.   The land reforms, which have led to violent farm seizures, have caused a slump in production and a lower profile at the auction, traders said.