Gerber cut its earnings projections, citing stiff competition and a lower birth rate.

Intel cited rising competition and falling prices in the worldwide personal computer market.

But in recent weeks, several analysts have lowered their estimates, citing increased competition.

For example, many physicists cite foreign competition in their support the supercollider.

Q. What about a third issue cited: increasing competition in the sector?

The administrator who closed the company cited high fuel costs and competition as the main reasons for the company's failure.

Last month, the company reported flat third-quarter profits, at $324.3 million, or 78 cents a share, citing increased competition in the local telephone market.

The management refused union demands citing increased competition and lower margins.

They cited automation that is making jobs obsolete, and competition for employment.

He cited growing competition from satellite and cable stations as one of the reasons why the rules should be relaxed.