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Weakness Looks Temporary
Fewer Advances This Year
In the Limelight
Market Measures
STARS Status
Five Star Stocks in the News
The Market Last Week
Three Recent Upgrades
Investment Rankings of STARS Issues
Master List Changes
Legg Mason Outpaces Rivals
S&P Sector Scorecard

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ChevronTexaco Corp.
Legg Mason Corp.

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