1.   Even the demand for independence might be advanced as primarily a bargaining counter.

2.   Many theories have been advanced as to why some women suffer from depression.

3.   Many theories have been advanced as to why this should be so, but the most vital one overlooked.

4.   Bonds advanced as the conservative Popular Party, or PP, came closer to an accord with Catalan nationalists for a working majority in parliament.

5.   Brazilian stocks advanced as bond yields fell in the U.S., spurring gains by eucalyptus pulp producers and large state-controlled telecoms and mining conglomerates.

6.   Brazilian stocks advanced as bond yields in the U.S. fell to their lowest levels in more than a month, a dip favorable for equities in emerging markets.

7.   But on Monday twice as many stocks advanced as fell on the New York Stock Exchange, indicating strength throughout the market.

8.   Canadian stocks advanced as Northern Telecom Ltd. and parent BCE Inc. rose on anticipation of higher corporate profits by the telecommunications-equipment maker.

9.   Chicago soybean futures closed higher Friday, bolstered by strong demand for soybean products, while corn futures advanced as export sales picked up.