41. Computer chip-related issues fell on continued concern global demand will not be strong enough to keep chip prices from falling. 42. Computer-related issues also fell this week, in Michigan and in the broader stock market. 43. Copper issues fell as a decline in U.S. home sales reinforced expectations that consumer demand for the metal will slow in coming months. 44. Computer and telecommunications issues fell for a second day amid concern that earnings may not meet expectations. 45. Computer companies gained and bank issues fell. 46. Computer-related issues fell this week amid concern that a slowdown in Europe and recent gains in the dollar would depress earnings in the current quarter. 47. Construction-related issues fell as traders expressed concern that higher rates will weaken demand for copper and forest products. 48. Drug and health maintenance organization issues fell amid doubts they will benefit the most from stronger economic growth later this year. 49. DOW RISES AS INVESTORS SEEK SAFETY Investors in search of safe bets sent blue chips sharply higher as technology issues fell. 50. Energy issues fell amid speculation the Iraqi-U.S. stand-off on U.N. teams inspecting weapons factories will be resolved peacefully, leaving crude prices little changed. |