31.   European share markets slipped to show losses in early trading on Wednesday as indices tracked Wall Street lower amid thin corporate news and jitters over the upcoming reporting season.

32.   European shares had eased in morning trading amid thin corporate news and jitters over the upcoming reporting season.

33.   They said that the profit reporting season, which will soon be in full swing, would be a more accurate market barometer.

34.   They said property stocks were particularly affected and were generally lower on profit taking while financials were holding up ahead of the reporting season.

35.   London dealers said that shares might be hit by profit warnings from companies as the reporting season for company results began.

36.   Many investors are also remaining cautious as the Japanese reporting season continues to unfold, dealers said.

37.   Shares with solid financial results remained as market favorites with annual reporting season underway.

38.   That would also allow investors to give their full attention to the first-quarter reporting season starting in the United States.

39.   The exchanges were also required to keep a close eye on insider trading and market manipulation during the reporting season.