81.   In Latin America, sales gains in Mexico offset declines in Brazil.

82.   In Milan, ITALIAN stocks were little changed as gains in Eni SpA and Assicurazioni Generali SpA offset declines in Telecom Italia Spa and Telecom Italia Mobile SpA.

83.   In NEW YORK, copper fell as signs of higher mine production in South America offset a decline in warehouse stockpiles.

84.   In NEW YORK, U.S. stocks were mixed, as gains by Chevron Corp. and other oil companies offset a decline in drug and computer-related companies.

85.   Increased smoking among women and teenagers has offset the decline among men.

86.   In the broader market, U.S. stocks were mixed as personal computer shares rallied, offsetting a decline in stocks that lag when the economy is slowing.

87.   Increases in sales of growth hormone products and cystic fibrosis treatment Pulmozyme helped offset declines in the heart drug Activase.

88.   Increased trade with Chile and Mexico also helped offset the decline in Brazil.

89.   Indian stocks were mixed with gains in State Bank of India and Associated Cement Cos. offsetting declines in Hindustan Lever Ltd., ITC and Reliance Industries Ltd.

90.   In the past couple of days, bank shares offset declines in retailers and automakers, which are more susceptible to gyrations in consumer spending habits.