Message-ID: <31637519.1075840405879.JavaMail.evans@thyme> Date: Tue, 22 Jan 2002 22:33:34 -0800 (PST) From: 1.14166227.-2@multexinvestornetwork.com To: chris.dorland@enron.com Subject: January 23, 2002 - A tale of two values Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-From: Multex Investor <1.14166227.-2@multexinvestornetwork.com>@ENRON X-To: Dorland, Chris X-cc: X-bcc: X-Folder: \ExMerge - Dorland, Chris\Deleted Items X-Origin: DORLAND-C X-FileName: chris dorland 6-26-02.PST In today's edition of the Daily Update, Multex Investor director of investment research Marc Gerstein explains the math and the theory behind stock prices, and explains why investors should at least know the basics before buying. Also, equity research columnist Ben Mattlin discusses a pair of wireless telecom stocks that may be potential bargains. Also today, we feature a couple of broker reports on networking stocks as well as a report from Morgan Stanley on Network Associates (NETA), which readers can access free of charge by registering for the firm's free research trial. See below. Our NetScreen center helps novice, as well as more experienced investors develop investment ideas. Click below to see how: http://www.multexinvestor.com/BuzzPage.asp?target=stocks/advisor/home&DocID=509&nd=0123 *************************************************************** You are receiving this mail because you have registered for Multex Investor. To unsubscribe, see bottom of this message. *************************************************************** ======================== Sponsored by ========================= There's a time and a place for everything. Usually it's now. Discover the advantages of Ameritrade with convenient client services, powerful tools and advanced trading technology. Trade Smarter. 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But you should be able to envision some connection between today's stock prices and a stream of dividends that will commence someday in the future. You don't actually have to do the math. But you should feel comfortable that the numbers are such that if you wanted to take the time to do it as an interesting exercise, you could come up with some plausible set of assumptions that make the present-day price seem somewhere in the ballpark. Click here to read more. http://www.multexinvestor.com/article.asp?docid=6153&nd=0123 2. INVESTMENT IDEAS A tale of two values This pair of wireless infrastructure stocks offers long- term growth--don't let the prices fool you By Ben Mattlin, equity research columnist Over the past two years, as the market's become more challenging, investors are learning to be more selective than they used to be. Rather than seizing momentum and growth, which worked well in the '90s, successful investors are adopting a value orientation. But which discounted stocks represent true value and which are inexpensive simply because the company they symbolize is no good? In telecom, where most stocks have gotten hammered, it can be especially difficult to distinguish between duds bargains. Click here to read more. http://www.multexinvestor.com/article.asp?docid=6198&nd=0123 WORD FROM OUR SPONSOR -------------------------- How to Save Money on Homeowners Insurance The cost of homeowners insurance can vary by hundreds of dollars depending on where you buy your policy. Learn what steps you can follow to help you save money. http://www.multexinvestor.com/page.asp?target=/personalfinance/insurance/home&nd=0123 ======================== Sponsored by ========================= Parents - Before you do anything else today, check to see that you have enough coverage to protect your family's financial and education needs. Check out our life insurance calculator to determine your coverage needs. 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Predicting "mixed results" in Q1 2002, CIBC explains when the outlook should improve. Top picks are named in components, infrastructure, and handset manufacturers. Discussion of handset sales and subscriber trends. 24 exhibits. (29-page report for purchase - $75) http://www.multexinvestor.com/download.asp?docid=25996183&nd=0123 3. EDITOR'S PICK: CURRENT RESEARCH FROM THE CUTTING EDGE Legg Mason offers its predictions and expectations for REITs and real estate in 2002. The firm discusses fundamentals since the 9/11 tragedy. It touches on its revised ratings 'matrix' and a plethora of ratings changes and revenue revisions. Brief explanations of ratings moves on HOT, HMT, EOP, and many more. (11-page report for purchase - $25) http://www.multexinvestor.com/download.asp?docid=25935782&nd=0123 4. THIRD-PARTY REVIEW Morningstar makes the case for an aggressive investment in shares of Metromedia Fiber Networks. An investment overview, valuation analysis, analyst report, peer comparison, and grades on growth, profitability, and financial health all included. (3-page report for purchase - $10) http://www.multexinvestor.com/download.asp?docid=21589123&nd=0123 5. WHAT'S HOT? C.E. Unterberg Towbin explains key points in its 2002 outlook for networking gear manufacturers. C.E. UT explains why it sees sector bellwether Cisco (CSCO) and Riverstone (RSTN) as two well-positioned companies in the space. Also, why it is cautious on companies with focus on next-gen solutions. Valuation comparison chart. (4-page report for purchase - $10) http://www.multexinvestor.com/download.asp?docid=25935347&nd=0123 ======================== Sponsored by ========================= The Internet Analyst: Wall Street's daily and weekly industry outlook Multex's The Internet Analyst features daily 'Net-industry specific research highlights, investment ideas, analyst opinions, portfolio strategies: http://www.multexinvestor.com/Analysts/HomeTIA.asp To be sure you receive your TIA newsletter every week, click here: http://www.multexinvestor.com/login.asp ============================================================== Online advice and chats ----------------------------------------- 1. ASK THE ANALYST Market Edge's Tom Ventresca explains how to find top stocks within various investment styles. Focusing on value, one of five Market Edge classifications, Ventresca explains how a combination of fundamental and technical analysis yields highly attractive stocks for purchase. 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Today at 2:30pm ET, Multex will rebroadcast the live event with Jim Weiss from January 8. He answered questions about the current economy, the Fed, and a variety of widely held stocks. Don't miss this! Click here http://www.multexinvestor.com/LiveEvents/Article.asp?target=/liveevents/article/home&ForumID=42&DocID=6035&nd=0123 Free and sponsored reports ----------------------------------------- 1. FREE RESEARCH REPORT Lehman Brothers comments on the Argentine situation as it relates to consumer products companies. Lehman takes a look at Latin America exchange rates and its incremental effect on consumer multinationals. Companies looked at include DL, G, PG, CL, CLX, and more. This 9-page report, which usually sells for $25, is free to members for the next 72 hours. http://www.multexinvestor.com/download.asp?docid=5788474&nd=0123 2. DAILY FREE SPONSOR REPORT Morgan Stanley sets a $35 price target for "outerperform-volatile"-rated Network Associates (NETA). 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