A Goldman, Sachs analyst raised his assessment of the company to "moderate outperformer" from market performer.

A Goldman, Sachs analyst said retailers should no longer be avoided.

"Lexmark is clearly in the worst position among the major vendors," said Laura Conigliaro, a Goldman, Sachs analyst, in a research report issued after the announcement.

Digital Equipment jumped 2 5/8, to 36, after a Goldman, Sachs analyst placed the company on the firm's recommended stock list.

Goldman, Sachs analysts reported recently that a downturn in the luxury goods sector appeared to have begun in the second quarter.

Kellogg rose 3 1/2, to 66 1/8, after a Goldman, Sachs analyst raised her assessment of the stock.

Sun Microsystems lost 2 5/8, at 30 1/4, after a Goldman, Sachs analyst issued negative comments about the stock.

"Revenue was far better than expected but the cost side was far worse," said a Goldman, Sachs analyst, Glenn Engel.

A Goldman, Sachs analyst added Texas Instruments to his recommendations and repeated his backing for others in the group.

Du Pont shares fell after a Goldman, Sachs analyst lowered the chemical company's rating.