Analysts’ Ratings

Josephthal upgraded Worthington Foods (WFDS) to Buy from Hold.

First Albany started Whole Foods Market (WFMI) at Buy.

The investment firm Pauli rated Zila (ZILA) at Buy, saying it has the opportunity to grow earnings in excess of 30% over the next five years. Pauli forecasts $.15/share earnings in FY99, increasing 60% to $.24/share in FY2000.

Raymond James cut Rexall Sundown (RXSD) to Accumulate from Buy.