11.   Jim McCrery, R-La., said competition among oil companies would guarantee lower prices for consumers.

12.   Lower prices for Treasury bonds also weighed on stock prices somewhat, traders said.

13.   Lower prices for Treasury bonds helped put a damper on stock prices, traders said.

14.   Lower prices forced the industry to cut costs and develop more efficient technology.

15.   Lower prices on inline skates have also contributed to their growing popularity.

16.   Lower prices should boost its subscriber base.

17.   Lower prices should eventually lift corporate profits.

18.   Lower utility stock prices usually suggest rates will rise.

19.   Meanwhile suppliers are consolidating apace to give themselves the muscle to resist never-ending demands for lower prices.

20.   Motorola blamed lagging sales and lower prices for wireless phones for an unexpected drop in fourth-quarter earnings.