In This Issue:

The Economy Looks Good
A Favorable Season For Stocks
In the Limelight
STARS Status
Five-Stars Stocks In The News
Three New Recommendations
Selections for the Holidays
Portfolio Tune-Up Can Soften Tax Bite
Master List Stocks Update
S&P's Platinum Portfolio

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Centex Corp., Medimmune, Lowe's Cos., Barrick Gold, Newmont Mining, Analog Devices, Intrado Inc., Microsoft Corp, Advance Auto Parts Inc., Group 1 Automotive Inc., Harman International, Fedex Corp., Black & Decker Corp., Time Warner Inc., Hasbro Inc., Alberto-Culver Co., Applebee's International Inc., Landstar System Inc.

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