The full picture will not be clear until later this year when the company issues audited financial reports for the last five years.

The weaker fortunes of smaller- company issues can be seen in the Russell 2000 index, which has gained just 4.6 percent this year.

When a company issues warrants its only obligation is to issue shares at a fixed price, if so required by the holder.

The Russell 2000 index of smaller company issues closed down 1.4 percent.

His equipment wasn't company standard issue, and besides, he spoke French.

The mood could turn, however, if a big company issues disappointing earnings.

He reads every month all the insurance contracts his company issues.

At the same time, the company issues 50 preference shares with a par value of $0.5.

He should eschew blue-chip stocks for smaller company issues with greater growth potential.

No to much promocion thanks to the times of company issues.