In this Issue:
• A Positive Bias- Short-term fluctuations are an ever-present distraction for investors focused on long-term market gains.
• In The Limelight
• STARS Status: Changes in S&P analysts' STARS rankings for January 23 through January 27.
• Implications of Iran's Nuclear Ambitions- In a scenario of fresh turmoil in the Middle East due to Iran's nuclear program, we think defense contractors and oil companies that operate outside that country stand to benefit.
• Patent Expirations Pave Way for Generics- A number of pharmaceutical patents are due to expire this year. That, along with favorable legislation, bodes well for generic drug makers, in our view.
• Master List Stocks Update- Our three supervised Master List groups of stocks, recommended as core holdings for long-term investors, are regularly featured on these two pages. Group 1, highlighted this week, consists mainly of large-cap stocks.
• S&P's Platinum Portfolio

Some of the Companies Featured:
ADVO Inc.
AirTran Holdings
AK Steel Holding
AMB Property
Ambac Financial Group
Baxter International
Corning Inc.
Deluxe Corp.
Equity Lifestyle Properties
Ericsson
Gannett Co.
General Motors
Halliburton Co.
Johnson & Johnson
LeapFrog Enterprises
Maxim Integrated Products
Meredith Corp.
Regions Financial
Scotts Miracle-Gro
Sony Corp.
Walgreen Co.
Wellpoint
Yahoo Inc.

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