12/26/2005

Some Year End Good News!

Hello:

This month, the U.S. economy began its fifth year of economic expansion since the last recession ended in November 2001. The U.S. economy has continued to grow despite the losses from three major hurricanes, a war and rising interest rates.
In General, prosperity comes to people and countries who innovate and create the next new thing. That is what the U.S. does well, and that is why, we believe, the long-term economic prospects still look good, particularly in the creative sectors, such as entertainment, technology, biotech, etc. We continue to monitor these sectors closely.

Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!

Terri G. Millson, CIMC President

Ray Dicius, CSA, GEPC LPL Branch Manager