Of the 100 largest publicly traded companies...

Of the 100 largest publicly traded companies in Orange County, 17 gained value Tuesday, 31 lost and 52 remained unchanged for the day. The following chart shows the five biggest percentage winners and losers among county companies’ stocks.

Tues. Percent Company Price Change GAINERS Wet Seal $15.25 +10.9 Provena Foods 4.25 +6.3 Rainbow Technologies 10.50 +5.0 AST Research 18.00 +4.4 CMS Enhancements 3.38 +4.0 LOSERS Newport Pharmaceuticals 2.94 -7.8 First Amer Class A 9.50 -7.3 National Education 3.25 -7.1 Quiksilver Inc. 18.00 -6.5 Parker Automotive 5.75 -6.2

Source: Newport Securities