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Statistics of some companies from machinery industry, and their securities rankings as of July 27, 2007 is furnished. The stocks from this industry are timely for the coming six to twelve months time frame. In general, the industry is growing. Higher sales and improving profitability are raising. The economic revival in Eastern Europe, Asia and the growing markets in Latin America and India will help the industry to remain buoyant.

The stock price stability, future earnings potential and financial performance of various property management companies in the United States are analyzed.

The stock price stability, future earnings potential and financial performance of various telecommunications companies in the Untied States are analyzed.

The stock price stability, future earnings potential and financial strength of various coal companies in the United States are analyzed.

The stock price stability, future earnings potential and financial strength of various wireless networking companies in the United States are analyzed.

The stock price stability, future earnings potential and financial performance of various electric utility companies in the eastern part of the United States are analyzed.

The securities of various telecommunications services companies in United States are analyzed. The industry is going through a phase of stronger consolidation activity, which may show effect on the performance of stocks.

The stock price stability and financial strength of various electric utility companies in the eastern region of the United States are analyzed. The stocks of the industry are expected to perform well in 3 to 5 years.

The financial strength and stock price stability of machinery industry in United States are analyzed. The stocks of the sector are expected to yield moderate earnings.

Securities of various wireless communications services in United States are analyzed on the basis of information available as of September 15, 2006. The stocks of this sector are growing fast in recent years.

Statistics of some of the companies in the Semiconductor (capital equipment) industry and their securities rankings as of April 14, 2006 are furnished. Negative trends are anticipated in the sector.

Statistics of some of the companies in the Telecommunications services industry and their securities rankings as of December 30, 2005 are furnished. Some of the companies in the sector offer good prospects. In general the investment in the sector is expected to offer above average returns for risk-tolerant investors.

Statistics of some of the companies in the Electric utility industry of the eastern region and their securities rankings as of December 2, 2005 are furnished. Though some of the companies in the industry are showing signs of recovery, impending interest rates are likely to corrode the profits. Consequently, the stocks too will show conservative movements.

Statistics of some of the companies in the Machinery industry and their securities rankings as of October 28, 2005 are furnished. The stocks in the sector are low priced and investment in the sector can be contemplated as the sector is expected to be timelier now.

Statistics of some of the companies in the Building materials industry and their securities rankings as of October 7, 2005 are furnished. The housing market is expected to cool as the interest rates go up but the prospects for some of the stocks in this sector are good from 3 to 5 years perspective.

Statistics of some of the companies in the Telecommunications services industry and their securities rankings as of December 31, 2004 are furnished. The sector is going through a series of merger and acquisition deals, which could lead to improvement in its performance. The stocks of the companies in the sector may not show favorable appreciation in short-term but are worth from long-term perspective.

Statistics of some of the companies in the Electric utility industry of the eastern region and their securities rankings as of December 3, 2004 are furnished. Though some of the companies in the industry are showing signs of recovery, impending interest rates are likely to corrode the profits. Consequently, the stocks too will show conservative movements.

Statistics of some of the companies in the Machinery industry and their securities rankings as of October 29, 2004 are furnished. The stocks in the sector are low priced and investment in the sector can be contemplated as the sector is expected to be timelier now.

Statistics of some of the companies in the Building materials industry and their securities rankings as of October 8, 2004 are furnished. The housing market is expected to cool as the interest rates go up but the prospects for some of the stocks in this sector are good from 3 to 5 years perspective.

Analysis and statistics of the stock performance of selected companies from the electric utility industry of the eastern region of the United States is presented. Data from graphs, charts, and brief financial explanation is outlined for each company selected.

Analysis and statistics of the stock performance of selected companies from the machinery industry is presented. Data from graphs, charts, and brief financial explanation is outlined for each company selected.

Telecommunications services industry stocks could become a wise investment by 2006-8.

The growth of the electric utilities industry in the eastern part of America in 2003 is reviewed. Information is presented through graphs, charts, and brief company performance outlines for use in future investment forecasting and analysis of the industry.

Analysis and statistics of the stock performance of selected companies from the machinery industry is presented. Data from graphs, charts, and brief financial explanation is outlined for each company selected.

Since the latter years of 2000 the United States telecom stocks have been suffering a serious setback and the situation has further worsened with the emergence of heavy competition, high operating costs and capital budget reductions. Reports on the stock performance of selected telecommunication companies are presented to help the investors in investment forecasting and analysis.

Stocks of the eastern electric utility industry have become more timely in relation to other industries, even the stock prices have fallen. The industry has been hurt, however, by the financial problems of Enron Corp. These stocks are mainly income-oriented, but several have growth potential.

The US telecommunications services industry has seen pricing and financial weakness at both the local and long-distance levels. There is, however, potential in the data, internet, and wireless sectors. These stocks are not well suited for investors in 2001.

Stocks in the machinery industry have fallen due to poor sales in 2000 and 2001. The companies that comprise this industry have cut staff and production as a result. These stocks are best suited for long-term investors over the next three to five years.

Issues are presented concerning the performance of securities in the Machinery Industry sector. Statistics giving details of the performance of individual companies with the sector are included.

Stocks in the telecommunications services industry are timely for the the year 2000 even though some prices have slipped. Competition has arisen in both the local area and long-distance sectors, data and internet services have become more profitable, and merger activity has increased in the industry. Investors will find many growth stocks for consideration in this sector.

Stocks in the semiconductor industry have become timely in the 1st qtr of the year 2000 after a three year slump resulting from the Asian economic crisis and an inventory oversupply. Share prices have gained in 1999 and this should continue with growth from the Internet and promising prospects with innovations in the software industry. Revenues should gain from 12% to 15% in the year 2000, but investors need to be aware of the cyclical nature of the industry.

There has been a sell-off in electric utility stocks in 1999 due to rising interest rates with most at their 52-week lows in the 3rd qtr of the year, and further interest rate rises by the Fed could lower stock prices more. Deregulation of electric utilities is continuing, as are acquisitions and mergers within the industry, and competition among generators is also increasing. However, most investors should look elsewhere, even though total returns for the next three to five years are good.

The weaker US dollar and likely interest rate hikes have hurt machinery industry stocks during the 3rd qtr of 1999 and the industry has become less timely during this period. Overseas markets have gown, as has the power generation market, truck production has risen, but depressed commodities prices have had a negative impact on other sectors. Several of these stocks have growth potential for the long term, but most should track the market in 1999 and the year 2000.

Telecommunication services stocks have fallen during the 3rd qtr of 1999 due to Year 2000 concerns, the deficit, the weaker US dollar, along with higher interest rates and other factors. Consolidation and deregulation both are continuing within the industry, and new services and foreign markets are having beneficial effects on the industry, as well. There are several stocks in this industry that will appeal to investors during the 4th qtr of 1999 and for the next three to five years.

Restructuring activity within the electric utilitiy industry is expected to increase in 1999, and competition, stranded cost collectiion, unbundling, and asset securitization are some of the issues that state and local regulators will have to face. Pending asset deals and environmental concerns are also among the issues that the industry will have to deal with in 1999, also. Investors need to consider stability, capital gains, and dividend yield when evaluating these stocks.

Stocks in the machinery industry declined during the 3rd qtr of 1998 and are in the bottom 20% of timeliness rankings during 1998's fourth qtr. Machinery industry markets, both in the US and abroad, are mixed, but the European market shows signs of growth in the near future. Investors seeking long-term growth can find several bargains in this industry if they are willing to overlook short-term weakness and accumulate shares slowly.

The telecommunications services industry in the US is becoming competitve under deregulation and the Telecommunications Act of 1996, and the European telecommuncations market opened to competition as of Jan 1, 1998. The Latin American market, especially in Brazil and Mexico, is becoming privatized and competitive in 1998, as well. There are several good stocks in this industry for 1998 and 1999, and the next three to five years, also.

Electric utility stocks have lost ground during the 2nd qtr of 1998, though valuations have increased due to lower interest rates, and weather in the Midwest has had an economic impact as well. Legislation has been adopted in a number of states restructuring electric utilities, and the industry should be deregulated within the next five years. These stocks are stable, although risky, investments in 1998.

Newer and more efficient technology along with deregulation has been making the economic environment for the telecommunications services industry more competitive in the late 1990s. Consolidation, the Telecommunications Act of 1996, and the emergence of the Internet with the digital subscriber line are having an impact, as well. Investors must do research on individual share prior to commitment, although WorldCom is timely for 1998.

Kilowatt-hour sales by electric utilities in the Eastern US are expected to increase by 1.5% to 2% in 1998, and competition from utility deregulation is also forecast to become economically significant, as well. Cash flows from depreciation is helping utility finances and the reduced need for new plants is also improving the financial outlook. Investors will find most utility stocks unattractive in 1998 and for the next three to five years.

Several electric utilities are expected to increase their dividends in the 1st qtr of 1998, and more dividend increases are forecast for the rest of the year, as well. However, many electric utilities will be facing reduced earnings in the late 1990s with increased industry competition, and greater dividend yields are not being projected nationwide. Investors will find most utility stocks unattractive with the uncertainties of future competition.

Growth prospects for the machinery industry in Asia have remained good despite currency and stock market problems, and also in Latin America. Markets in Europe have recovered somewhat, the US machinery market has fared better in 1997 than expected, and there has been considerable acquisition activity in the industry. Machinery stocks have a mid-range timeliness rating, and there are several good individual investment opportunities in the industry.

The Federal Communications Commission's ability to regulate local telephone companies under the Telecommunications Act of 1996 was curtailed by the US Court of Appeals in July 1997, and this may delay competition. In addition, wireless has become a growth segment, local Bell companies are attempting to return to the long-distance market, and industry mergers continue. There are some good telecommunication stocks for investor selection in 1997 and 1998.

The electric utility industry is being deregulated at both the federal and state levels in the mid-1990s, and this will have an impact on dividends, earnings, and revenues. Pollution, financial stability, service access, costs, and pricing are other deregulation issues that utilities will face, as well. This industry has matured in the US, and investors must be selective before making financial commitments.

Many of the eastern region states have passed law to stimulate competition among the electric utilities in their area and to reduce rates, thus creating a new way for the utilities to do business but probably impacting dividend increases and earnings. Pennsylvania's new restructuring law and New Jersey's deregulation plan offer some opportunities for utilities for cost recoupment but a low Timeliness rating for eastern region electric utilities should deter investment.

Electric utilities, which face the prospect of deregulation, are not considered a timely investment. Five New York State utilities filed suit against the state Public Service Commission's order to prepare for retail competition by 1998. Also, the continued closure of the Connecticut Yankee nuclear power plant serves as a warning to utilities with nuclear facilities to press for favorable depreciation schedules to remain competitive.

Machinery and machine-tool companies have posted good profits since 1990 with the strong comeback of the US economy from the recession of the 1990s. The machinery market is also expected to be stable in 1997 and improve after that. Foreign demand for American machinery will be strong from 1999 to 2001 with good markets in Latin America and the Pacific region. These stocks are good investments for the 1999 to 2001 time frame.

Electric utilities with low electricity prices, little exposure to nuclear radiation, financial success in nonregulated areas and large distribution networks are considered to be the best investment sources. New proposed laws and regulations, coupled with greater competition and layoffs among electric utilities could make this industry's stocks less attractive an investment than they are presently.