71.   As investors realize that the threat of higher interest rates has been exaggerated, Seneca said, they will begin to focus on the strength in corporate profits.

72.   As layoffs rise, consumers are likely to grow more cautious and spend less, dampening corporate profits still further.

73.   Asian stock markets fell amid concerns that economic turmoil in the region will undermine corporate profits.

74.   Aside from attracting funds from the equity markets, higher interest rates can crimp corporate profits by making the cost of expansion prohibitive.

75.   Asia accounts for a third of Chilean exports, and lower demand from the region is expected to hound corporate profits.

76.   Asian countries that had led the world in growth are in trouble, with implications for international competitiveness and for corporate profits around the world.

77.   As the stock market and corporate profits continue to rise, charities nationwide report that donations from both individuals and companies are donating have fallen this year.

78.   As the world economy slows and corporate profits come under pressure, cutbacks are suddenly on the agenda.

79.   At least one earnings report next week could give investors a feel for the strength of corporate profits.

80.   At least one indicator suggested interest rates may be headed still higher, which could eventually eat into corporate profits.