Earnings roundup: Marriott, Texas Industries

By Associated Press
July 10, 2008
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Among the earnings stories for Thursday, July 10, from AP Financial News:

BETHESDA, Md. (AP) _ Hotel operator Marriott International Inc. said Thursday that second-quarter earnings dropped 24 percent as the deteriorating economy dragged down demand, a trend the company expects will extend into next year.

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (AP) _ Chattem Inc. said Thursday its fiscal second-quarter profit jumped 39 percent, driven by reduced costs and stronger sales of its consumer products.

DALLAS (AP) _ Concrete maker Texas Industries Inc. said Thursday its fiscal fourth-quarter profit fell 15 percent as prices decreased and diesel costs increased.
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