In this Issue:
• Weathering the Hurricane- Although the full effects of this disaster may not be known
for some time, we expect that damage to the economy and
the stock market will be contained.
• In the Limelight
• STARS Status - Changes in S&P analysts' STARS rankings for August 29 through September 2.
• Gannett Is a Compelling Story- We think this publisher's diversified businesses and smart acquisitions will help increase revenues and profits.
• Higher-Yielding Stocks with High Quality Rankings- The table on page 7 lists recommended stocks that boast above-average quality rankings and what we consider attractive yields.
• Stocks Ranked Four STARS by S&P
• The Homeowner Has New Clothes- Although a cooling real estate market might harm some consumers, S&P believes most will continue to spend freely on discretionary items like shoes and computers.
• S&P Sector Scorecard †

Some of the Companies Featured:
Abercrombie & Fitch
Albertson's Inc
Bank of Hawaii
BHP Billiton Ltd.
Cal Dive International
Colonial Properties Trust
Cosi Inc.
FuelCell Energy
Genentech Inc
Finish Line
Golden West Financial
Hain Celestial Group
Hanover Compressor
Jo-Ann Stores
Marvell Technology
Pixar
Sprint Nextel
Triad Hospitals

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