ANALYST INTERVIEW: OUTLOOK FOR BUILDING MATERIALS: CLIFF WALSH - SIDOTI & CO LLC.

(YAJ806) OUTLOOK FOR BUILDING MATERIALS: CLIFF WALSH - SIDOTI & CO LLC. Reviews the performance of the industry, and examines recent changes that have impacted companies in that sector. Topics discussed include competition, mergers and acquisitions, and the development of customer demand; and a number of companies are identified that are considered well positioned to succeed in the current market. Sector: Building Materials. Published date 1/31/05. Tickers featured: APOG, AYI, BMHC, CTX, EXP, FRK, GLYT, HBP, LYTS, RMIX, WY. Complete text approximately 3000 words. Document # YAJ806.

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