Computer and peripherals industry

Computer markets in Europe and the US are not expected to grow until the 4th qtr of 1996, although the US economy is growing at an annual rate of 2.5% to 3% in 1996. However, strong demand for servers, among other factors, will allow the computer and peripherals industry to achieve good 1996 earnings. Stocks in the computer industry underperformed the market in 1996, but investors will find many with good price potential for 1999-2001.