Analysts said HP's first quarter growth rate is partially inflated by a weak performance one year ago, when the company experience supply problems.

Solid performance across our products and regions drove record revenue for the company, excellent license growth and strong operating margin.

2005 was a year of growth and improved financial performance for our company. 2006 will be a year in which we will continue to make investments to position our company for continued growth. Key investments will be made in people, technology and our distribution network.

It is the first time that Dell has exhibited growth below the U.S. market average.

We are committed to being the dominant, global casual dining portfolio restaurant company. Our worldwide development strategy, strong operations performance and portfolio of powerful brands will enable us to grow earnings each year by 15 percent and pay a sustainable dividend to our shareholders, ... We are excited to share our strategic plan, which will support the achievement of our long-term vision, during today's investor conference.

Individual performance/company performance is linked closely to shareholder return.