31.   Computer-related issues gained after losing ground last week.

32.   Computer-related issues gained after U.S.-based Hewlett-Packard Co. reported better-than-expected earnings as lower costs offset disappointing sales and orders.

33.   Construction companies gained after Omi said the government may implement public works projects ahead of schedule.

34.   Corn prices gained after a report showed that a drought would reduce South African exports of the crop.

35.   Cotton prices gained after a government report showed soaring export shipments, even though China cancelled a large purchase.

36.   Companies such as Glaxo Wellcome Plc and SmithKline Beecham Plc gained after their U.S.-traded share rose.

37.   Crude gained after a tropical storm in the Caribbean became a hurricane, raising concern that key refineries might be damaged at a time of strong demand.

38.   Crude oil prices gained after a report showed a drop in stocks.

39.   Computer and telecommunications equipment shares may also gain after unexpectedly strong earnings from Seagate Technology Inc. and Ascend Communications Inc.

40.   Construction companies gained after news that the government will approve spending on public works by the end of this month.