For now, however, military officials and outside analysts say the immediate steps are necessary.

Some outside analysts say the casualty total is far higher.

Outside analysts agreed with the choice of the three other companies on the election lists.

Government investigators and outside analysts say it would be a mistake to focus on a single organization.

Outside analysts can use a financial forecast to estimate a company's success in the coming year.

Many outside analysts say it is too soon to render judgment on the program.

Company officials and outside analysts said that goal was achievable.

Military officials and outside analysts mention four main reasons not to make estimates of the enemy dead.

But now both industry executives and outside analysts say total sales in Japan this year are likely to be 30,000 or even fewer.

Outside analysts agreed that shareholders are now in the driver's seat.