51.   U.S. stocks rose, led by Microsoft Corp. and Intel Corp., on optimism that computer company profits will lead the stock market out of its recent slump.

52.   Wheat futures in Chicago rose after Egypt bought U.S. grain, igniting speculation that a recent slump in prices has renewed world demand.

53.   When Harkrider endured a recent hitting slump, the veteran coach said he never intended to bench his shortstop.

54.   While competition persists, the recent slump in U.S. corn and wheat prices amid bumper crops worldwide may have made them more attractive overseas.

55.   A recent slump motivated the Minnesota Twins to make a deal before the trade deadline.

56.   Analyst Harry Millis of Fundamental Research Inc. said he doubted there had been any collusion on pricing, noting a recent slump in tiremaker earnings.

57.   At a time when Japanese companies have been hit hard by the recent worldwide slump in electronics, cost-cutting is crucial for both Matsushita and NEC.

58.   Bank shares rebounded from a recent slump after rising bond prices eased investor concerns over turmoil in the credit market.

59.   Brokers attributed the uptrend to bargain-hunting in property and banking stocks following their recent slump.

60.   But a recent slump in oil prices has made the region less lucrative for arms dealers.