41.   Some analysts criticized First Union for attempting a deal so soon after the restructuring effort was completed, but the Charlotte-based company contended it was ready.

42.   Some analysts have criticized Palmer for taking too long to kill matrix.

43.   Some analysts have criticized Vanguard for not being as innovative as rival firms in offering new funds.

44.   Some independent budget analysts criticized both tax packages, asserting that the city should not reduce taxes when it faces large projected budget deficits in the coming years.

45.   Some analysts have criticized company executives for not disclosing the problems sooner.

46.   Some Wall Street analysts have criticized Ford Motor for holding so much cash, but Ford said that he refused to be rushed.

47.   Some analysts criticized the company for making art films at a price far exceeding that of potential revenues for such movies.

48.   Some analysts have criticized GM for taking too long to bring its new cars to market.

49.   Some analysts have criticized Japanese companies for being slow to respond to difficulties faced by their U.S. operations that have resulted in public relations nightmares.

50.   Stock analysts have criticized Yellow for falling behind Roadway and Consolidated in diversifying from its core operations.