On a relative basis, I have only one stock that has underperformed the S.& P. 500, Dupont Photomasks.
On a relative basis, large-capitalization stocks are also beginning to shine — another sign that the rally may be maturing.
"It comes down to what looks good on a relative basis.
On a relative basis, they have become considered overvalued," Mr. Nabi said.
The conventional fund-management business, on the other hand, measures its performance on a relative basis.
On a relative basis to the market, that's not a bad outcome.
On a relative basis, 2007 was the worst year for financial stocks since at least 1970 — the earliest year for which Standard & Poor's could provide comparable records.
Sales of women's apparel and shoes were stronger than other items on a relative basis, while sales of home goods and jewelry were the weakest.
I have preferred to buy New York State school district debt, which on a relative basis offers more value right now.
He contended that "on a relative basis to investment banks and hedge funds, private equity may be in a better place" because of its long-term focus.
"On a relative basis, it looks encouraging, since we were starting from almost a zero base" of minority lawyers, Mr. Wells continued.
