1.   Many technology stocks have fallen sharply in recent weeks because of concerns over the future of Internet advertising.

2.   Tokyo stocks fell Monday as investors caught their breath following a strong advance over the two previous sessions.

3.   While weak earnings forecasts caused many stocks to fall sharply, unexpectedly strong outlooks or actual earnings were rewarded.

4.   Argentine stocks fell as some local investors cashed out.

5.   Almost six stocks fell in price on the New York Stock Exchange for every five that rose.

6.   Almost three stocks fell for each one that rose.

7.   Almost three stocks fell for every two that rose on the New York Stock Exchange.

8.   Almost five stocks fell for every one that rose.

9.   Almost four stocks fell for every one that rose on the New York Stock Exchange as a breakdown in federal budget talks caused Treasury bond yields to surge.

10.   Almost nine stocks fell for every one that rose.