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The article presents a stock analysis of the U.S. stock market as of September 1, 1973. Topics include business cycles, the economic growth of the paper industry, and companies such as Union Camp, Scott Paper, and Great Northern Nekoosa are discussed. The supply and demand in the aluminum industry as well as the demand in the farm implement industry are also addressed.

The article looks at the performance of the U.S. forest products industry in 1980. Topics discussed include some problems that the industry faced including increasing interest rates, inflation and declining housing starts and Weyerhaeuser's record capital-equipment expenditure in 1981 to expand its pulp and paper operations. Also provided is a list showing the management performance of forest products manufacturers in terms of profitability and growth. INSET: Blowup.

The article looks at trends and developments at stock markets in the United States as of October 1, 1973, focusing on the impact of investors' confidence and attitudes on stock prices. Topics include changes in food prices in the U.S., business cycles in the country, and expectations for industries such as aluminum, chemicals, and paper production. Also reviewed are food processing company Esmark and chemical and biotechnology producer Monsanto.

The article reports on the business developments of Tribune Co., a newspaper publisher, broadcaster and newsprint maker in the U.S. It is noted that Tribune's growth has exceeded that of most other media companies despite the soft newspaper and media companies. The newspapers of the firm include the "Daily News" and "Chicago Tribune." Its profits and revenues have increased every year.

In this article the author discusses the business cycle, by giving examples from several U.S. industries, including discount houses, home entertainment device industry, and the paper industry.

The article focuses on the economic activity of different industries in the U.S. It reveals that the success of the chemical, paper, and forest product industries have been supported by the devaluation of the dollar. It expects nominal deficit to decrease from $15 billion to $10 billion, but anticipates worse business conditions for the automobile, trucks, and parts sectors. Moreover, it indicates the insufficiency of the large surplus gained by business services in helping the trade deficit.

The article focuses on some economic indicators and discusses the differing opinions of economists about whether or not inflation is becoming a serious problem. It also presents the "Forbes Index" that is a measure of U.S. economic activity composed of 8 equally weighted elements: The cost of services relative to all consumer prices, the level of new orders for durable goods compared with manufacturers' inventories, total industrial production, new housing starts and personal income. The business cycle is at a mature phase, where the risk of inflation becomes more serious. Declining industrial productivity will force companies to raise prices in order to maintain their profitability. Meanwhile, consumer borrowing rose 0.7% in July 1994, while retail sales increased a seasonally adjusted 0.8% in August.

This article focuses on the paper "Zweig Forecast," related to the U.S. stock markets, published in the April 15, 1994. The paper discusses a research that covers the newsweeklies. Zweig found that over the past 40 years there were 22 prior covers that were outright bearish about the market. A month after these stories ran, the Standard and Poor's 500 was down, on average, another 1.2%, but after that dip headed north.

The article looks at the performance of U.S. machine tool manufacturer Ex-Cell-O Corp. as of November 1956, focusing on increases in its profits under president H. Glenn Bixby. It is suggested that Bixby has been able to counter periods of decline in the machine tool industry by diversifying the company's production in spheres such as aircraft parts, cutting tools, and food industry equipment. Bixby's forecasts for 1957 are also cited.

This article reports on the signs of financial revival in Silicon Valley, California, high technology firms. Bill Nguyen wants to par-tee. After taking his software outfit, Seven, through three of the toughest years in high-technology history, the Silicon Valley entrepreneur recently hired a well-known band, an expensive music hall and a whole lot of food and drink, paying $40,000 of his own money for the pleasure. He told his 85 employees that if they can increase Seven's revenues by 40% this year, he'll fly them to Hawaii's Ritz-Carlton for a week. Firms that a few months ago were unwilling to spend the marked-down $45 per menu at San Francisco nightclub Ruby Skye are now paying $70. Deposits at Silicon Valley Bank are higher than at any time over the past two years, a sign that money is moving from venture capitalists to entrepreneurs to suppliers. Seven's Nguyen says the Valley needs a little bit of exuberance, if not the irrational kind, to be born again.

The article discusses the business trend of Olin Corp., a diversified maker of chemicals, metals and ammunition in the U.S. Olin has managed to solve the problem specifically on the lack of focus that has affected the firm for years. But the firm was still struggling in profits despite efforts of strategic planning. In 1983, the firm began to recover according to Sanford C. Bernstein analysts Michael Goldstein and Guilio Martini.

The article presents several news related to business and economy from the U.S. The book "The Great Depression of 1990," by Ravi Batra, is at the top position in the New York Times bestseller list. In this book, Batra argues that contration of wealth account for economic depressions. Batra's argument basically rests on a distortion of economic statistics contained in a 1986 study released by the Joint Economic Committee of the U.S. Congress examining wealth concentration in America. He fixes on the percentage of national wealth held by the top 1 per cent of the population and says it increased from 31.6 per cent in 1963 to 34.3 per cent in 1983.

The article examines the business condition of outdoor recreational equipment manufacturer Coleman Co. Inc. in the U.S. In 1985, the company's earnings sank to $1.46 a share, which is a decade-low. But with its overdue pruning of product lines, Coleman is expected to recover at least $2.25 in 1986. However, with the takeover speculations centering on Chairman Sheldon Coleman Sr. and his son Sheldon Jr., the company may become vulnerable as questions on the commitment of Sheldon Jr. arise.

The article looks at the performance of the U.S. tobacco industry in 1980. Topics discussed include the declining trend in the growth in the total U.S. consumption of cigarettes, a five-year average return of more than 20 percent, spending for the capital improvements and expansion of the cigarette operation of R.J. Reynolds and Philip Morris increasing its domestic market share. Also provided is a list showing the management performance of companies in terms of profitability and growth.

Offers advice to investors for dealing with a so-called bear market. Opinion that the United States began a recession in December, 2000, that will continue until 2002; Comparison of the market, as of March, 2001, to that of 1981-82, when a bear market and recession occurred simultaneously; Suggestions for asset allocation for during a bear market.

The article discusses the economic conditions in the United States in 1978 and predicts a bull market in 1979. Topics mentioned include an analysis of the economic cycles that could lead to recession, the author's prediction of stable interest rates, and the estimated value of shares of International Business Machines in 1978.

The article comments on the puzzling business cycle and on the arguments about the long-range achievements of capitalism in raising standards of living in the U.S.

The article looks at changes in leadership at several companies and discusses the shift away from the theory originally proposed by economists Adolf Berle and Gardiner Means in "The Modern Corporation and Private Property." For too long in the U.S. corporate world, boards had sat passively while chief executives blamed below-par performance on all manner of things: recessions, foreign exchange fluctuations, strikes, disappointing product introductions. Today the boss, like his subordinates, is at risk. The best example of how big shareholders took a direct hand in an executive's removal is American Express, where profits had slumped 62% between 1989 and 1992 and the stock had dropped 50% over the same period. There are dangers, of course. Boards will sometimes need to interpose the in selves between impatient shareholders and managements with intelligent long- term plans.

The article looks at the performance of the U.S. electric utilities in 1980. Topics discussed include the challenges faced by Duke Power including debt, rising costs and delay in rate adjustments and its adoption of the concept of load management to reduce peaks in demand. Also provided is a list showing the management performance of electric utilities in terms of profitability and growth. INSET: Toward the OPEC of the future.

The article offers outlook on the U.S. stock market. The opinion of Per Jacobsson of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on economic conditions and business cycle recession, and the view of a steel company on steel production in 1961 are highlighted. The author proposes the adoption of non-conformist policies that means an awareness of individual opportunities and cash reserves advantages. Examples of stocks that are selling on traditional yield and price earnings ratio basis are cited.

The article presents comments and observations on the condition of stock markets in the United States as of February 15, 1958. Topics discussed include a decline in business activity, low prices and slow growth of U.S. petroleum companies, and growth trends in the price of steel industry stocks. The psychological aspects of market conditions, expectations for a return to growth in April 1958, and opportunities available to investors are also discussed.

In this article, the author expresses his views on issues related to U.S. corporations as of December 1930. Topics discussed include the depression phase of the business cycle, the gross sales of public utilities and retailers, and the increase in export demand from various industries. Also mentioned are the earnings of the automotive company General Motors Co., and the state of American Radiator & Standard Sanitary Co. and Standard Oil Co.

The article discusses the importance of stabilizing the U.S. business cycle in order to stabilize industry and to maximize production. Topics addressed include the findings of a government committee led by General Electric Co. chairman Owen D. Young on preventing recurring unemployment, the problem of relating wages to production, and common tendencies on the upswing of business cycles. Also mentioned are trends among various industries in relation to the business cycle's movements.

The article focuses on the business condition of real estate syndicators in the U.S. Dallas, Texas-based Hall Financial Group sent out several letters to its partnerships beset by negative cash flow problems. Salt Lake City, Utah-based CFS Financial Corp. filed for bankruptcy. San Jose, California-based Technical Equities Corp. filed for reorganization.

The article looks at the performance of the U.S. industrial equipment industry in 1980. Topics discussed include the growth of companies that serve the energy-producing oil, gas and coal-mining industries, only 78 percent industry capacity was in operation due to the recession, companies not expecting to expand or modernize and increase in the market share gains of foreign toolmakers. Also provided is a list showing the management performance of companies in terms of profitability and growth. INSET: That garbage about garbage.

The article looks at the performance of the U.S. banking industry in 1980. Topics discussed include the transformation of the industry with the passage of the Depository Institutions Deregulation & Monetary Control Act and the free-market competition, banks expected to pay high money market rates for funds and prohibition on bank holding companies to set up deposit-taking branches. Also provided is a list showing the management performance of banks in terms of profitability and growth.

The article discusses the economic conditions of the United States from the point of reference of the great depression which began in 1929. It examines the methodology behind the study of business cycles and attempts to draw conclusions about if and when business activity in the country will return to higher levels. A chart illustrating the United States business index since 1877 is provided.

The article discusses the existence of business cycles despite the work of the U.S. Federal Reserve System to stabilize the business landscape. According to the author, the preaching that business cycles in the U.S. have definitely become obsolete is one of the most interesting and most dangerous financial and business doctrines as of 1927. He explains that while the business sector enjoyed a great growth over the last four to five years, it does not prove that business cycles are long gone.

The article looks at the business conditions in New England as of September 15, 1926. It discusses the declining commercial activity in the state, its need for modern industrial methods, and the lessons learned from the past. It notes how absentee management has been allowed to dictate the state's local policy, with many of its industries managed from afar.

Discusses the impact of the collapse of Web and telecommunication stocks on the United States economy. Concern about the possibility of a depression in the Internet sector; Effect of the tech slowdown on the tightening of bank credit in other parts of the economy; Views of Allen Sinai, chief global economist of Decision Economics, on the economic slowdown and consumer spending.

The article focuses on the ups and downs of cardmaker U.S. Playing Card Co. In 1982, Jesup & Lamont Securities Corp. acquired the company for $45 million with an intention of increase its profit. However, the strategy is very complicated when earnings declined to a loss of $8.2 million. Moreover, the company lost 15% of the $17 million wholesale casino business. Howard Curd, chairman of Jesup, decided to hire a new chief executive officer to solve the problems within U.S. Playing Card.

The article reports on development in the chemical industry in 1986 in the U.S. After the industry endured overcapacity during the 1970s due to over production, it again gained momentum after it adopted restructuring in 1986. Moreover, the weakening dollar is also fueling the robust activity in the industry which has already reached 81% productivity and overall earnings has increased by 1.1%. INSET: Most improved (p. 93).

The article reports on development in the Beverages and tobacco industry in the U.S. Despite decline in sales due to persistent warning on the health hazards of smoking, the tobacco industry continues to gain profits following increase in prices and reduced manufacturing brought by automation. On the other hand, the beer and softdrink industry are still dominated by Anheuser-Busch Cos. Inc., Coca-Cola Bottling Co., and Pepsi Bottling group Inc. INSET: Most improved (p. 80).

The article looks at the performance of the U.S. publishing industry in 1980. Topics discussed include conglomerates' acquisition of book publishing companies and efforts of Harcourt Brace Jovanovich (HBJ) head William Jovanovich to improve the company's earnings by expanding its publishing based. Also provided is a list showing the management performance of publishing companies in terms of profitability and growth.

The article looks at the performance of U.S. supermarkets in 1980. Topics discussed include how the changing demographics, food costs and shopping patterns affected the retail grocery business and results of food retailer Kroger's survey of shoppers which showed the popularity of superstores. Also provided is a list showing the management performance of supermarkets in terms of profitability and growth. INSET: Trading down.

The article looks at the performance of the U.S life insurance industry in 1980. Topics discussed include developments in the industry triggered by inflation including making commitments to lend in advance and institutional clients' delaying payment of premiums, dropped in interest rates saved some companies from heavy losses and offering investment vehicles. Also provided is a list showing the management performance of insurance companies in terms of profitability and growth.

The article looks at the performance of the railroad industry in 1980. Topics discussed include the role of the coal industry on the growth of traditional carriers such as Norfolk & Western and Union Pacific, coal accounting for 32 percent of the railroads' tonnage and investment in coal-hopper cars, heavy track on line routes and export piers to meet the anticipated increase in demand. Also provided is a list showing the management performance of companies in terms of profitability and growth. INSET: The Conrail conundrum.

In this article, the author ponders on the business condition in the U.S. in 1964. It identifies several business approaches being practiced by the financial institution Chase Manhattan Bank including public relations, advertising, and community work. It also mentions the efforts done by Chase to conduct a course on economic reasoning for its employees.

The article discusses cyclical stocks in the U.S. as of December 1, 1961. The author explains the difference between stable and cyclical stocks and points out the advantages of both types. The author focuses on the industrial production index, the bull market, and cyclical stocks investment strategies. The author recommends investing in steel and copper producing companies, chemical companies, and consumer electronics producer Whirlpool Corp.

The article discusses U.S. business issues as of December 1, 1957. The U.S. government's anti-inflation plan has caused losses in the stock market, increased layoffs, and fewer railroad carloadings. There have been three cycles of stock price fluctuation since the end of World War II. Scientists have come together in New York City to discuss the future of the human race including population growth, the depletion of natural resources, and food production.

The article looks at the views of Edward Russell Dewey, the establisher of the U.S. Foundation for the Study of Cycles, concerning U.S. stock market cycles as of September 1971, with particular attention given to stock market prognostication. Topics include life cycles found by Dewey, cyclicity of people's reactions, and the behavior of the individual investors.

The author reflects on the lessons to be learned from the U.S. stock market between 1917 and 1967. The period saw no less than 12 bear-bull cycles in stock prices and 12 cycles of business contraction and expansion. The relation between the number of stock-market and business cycles is highlighted. The stock market's success to ignore two recessions in 1926-27 and 1953-54 is noted. Changes that have taken place in the U.S. finance market during the period are explored.

The article discusses cycles in U.S. common stocks in the context of periodical "Cycles" published by the Foundation for the Study of Cycles as of October 15, 1950.

The article looks at inventories and their role in the business cycle in the United States as of August 15, 1947. Topics include the meaning of inventories, the scrutiny which the inventory situation needs, and the relationship between inventory figures and price changes. Inventory changes, inventories stability, and the inventory-sales ratios are also discussed.

The article offers a look at capital markets in the United States. Ever since the bull market went south, corporate America has shored up its balance sheets, refinancing debt at lower rates or paying it down. Now the sacred cash on these replenished balance sheets is in jeopardy of being squandered on shareholders--agitated shareholders who are fed up with 2005's sideways equity market movement. The early signs of a credit downgrade cycle are here. Act accordingly. Scrutinize your portfolio to make sure you do not own bonds in companies with growing debt loads. Cablevision Systems, the huge cable company, is a perfect example of the new problem. High on the good-to-buy list are financial institutions. Bank of America seems to do a dandy job of growing by acquisition.

Opinion. Asserts that when business cuts costs, labor suffers. Hourly wages falling; High-paying jobs in manufacturing and transportation being automated out of existence; Median family income being flat; The middle-class racking up debt and slashing saving.

Presents the author's opinion about stock market in the United States. Comments on the difference in the economy of the country from 1980 to 1990; Remarks on the slow growth of economy and the prospects of full employment; Information about some cyclical stocks that look attractive for price appreciation such as M.A. Hanna; Copperweld; and Asarco.

The article reports on the growth of capital spending in the U.S. According to experts, capital investment is set for a rebound in the second half of fiscal 1987. The national economy is 55 months into recovery while interest rates are up. Nevertheless, surveys predict an increase in capital spending of 3 percent or so. If business spends all it says it will, the $385 billion total for 1987 will be an all-time high.

The article reports the business condition of NL Industries Inc. after losing money on their oil services and chemical group in the U.S. The company announced a big write-off and a partial sale to the public of its chemical unit and canceled the buyback which was offered by Harold Simmons for an average of 14 or so.

The article looks at trends at securities markets in the United States as of May 24, 1982, focusing on the impact of monetary and fiscal policies implemented by the U.S. Federal Reserve. The author gives particular attention to business cycles, the effects of the 1981-82 recession on U.S. labor market, and the sales of companies in the defense electronics industry.