The Deen's List(TM) A service of Deen Capital Management, Inc. (www.deencapital.com) Vol.1 #90 Monday December 22 2003 Please read carefully our disclaimers at the end of this newsletter. Market stance: BULLISH (since Dec 12 2003) ******************** Weekly Status Report: Contents ******************** Market Commentary Table of Open Positions Table of Positions Closed Last Week Subscription Information Privacy Policy IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS *************** Weekly Status Report: Market Commentary **************** My NASDAQ Timing Model remains bearish, and market internals are struggling. The percentage of stocks trading above their 50-day moving average, by my own count of stocks over $8, fell again last week for the third week in a row (it's now 71%). But my Performance-of-Recent-Stock- Picks Index remains quite strong at +5.7. This is a compelling reason to stay in stocks. In addition, we had these positive developments last week: + A number of stronger-than-expected economic numbers, including November industrial output, the Philadelphia Fed Index, and new unemployment claims. + The Consumer Price Index fell 0.2% (-0.1% excluding food and energy). + The capture of Saddam Hussein. All indications suggest that fourth quarter earnings will be excellent, and that 2004 will be a year of strong economic and earnings growth. On the other hand, three major retailers (Wal-Mart, Target and Pier 1) all reported that holiday sales are running below expectations. But this is at least partially due to the snowstorm on the East Coast. As always, my view of the market's direction is subject to change without notice, as I re-evaluate market conditions on a daily basis. -KD ***************** Weekly Status Report: Open Positions ***************** Stock Buy NetBuy Current Holding Gain Symbol Date Price* Price Period (Loss) ----- -------- ------ ------- --------- ------ ACGL 12/12/03 $39.21 $39.10 1.0 weeks -0.3% ADIC 12/12/03 $13.68 $13.87 1.0 weeks +1.4% APSG 12/18/03 $23.52 $22.72 0.1 weeks -3.4% BSX 10/15/03 $32.38 $35.27 9.3 weeks +8.9% ENH 11/26/03 $31.04 $31.61 3.3 weeks +1.8% HDWR 12/15/03 $20.29 $19.60 0.6 weeks -3.4% MESA 12/19/03 $13.00 $12.90 0.0 weeks -0.8% ZQK 12/19/03 $17.00 $17.20 0.0 weeks +1.2% *********** Weekly Status Report: Positions Closed Last Week *********** Stock Buy NetBuy Sell NetSell Holding Gain* Symbol Date Price* Date Price* Period (Loss) ----- -------- ------ -------- ------ --------- ------ ADAT 12/12/03 $11.42 12/15/03 $10.74 0.4 weeks -6.0% LEXR 12/15/03 $17.29 12/16/03 $15.39 0.1 weeks -11.0% MOVI 12/15/03 $18.24 12/16/03 $17.31 0.1 weeks -5.1% * "Net" buy (sell) prices are the total net purchase cost (proceeds) after commissions for all managed accounts divided by the total number of shares. The Gain (Loss) is therefore also net after commissions. *********************** Subscription Information *********************** Welcome to The Deen's List(TM), a new e-mail stock newsletter from Deen Capital Management, Inc. My intention is to inform you as quickly as is practical regarding my stock market moves. When I buy or sell a stock, first I take care of client accounts, then I buy/sell for my personal account(s), and then, third, I send out this newsletter. Your feedback is welcome. Send e-mail to deenslist@deencapital.com. To subscribe or unsubscribe, include the word "subscribe" or "unsubscribe" in the Subject line. This newsletter is free to managed account clients. For a limited time, it is also free to all interested parties. **************************** Privacy Policy **************************** Your personal information, including your e-mail address, will be held in confidence by Deen Capital Management, Inc. We will not share it with or sell it to others. ************************ IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS ************************* * All stocks discussed in The Deen's List(TM) involve a high degree of risk. It should not be assumed that any stock discussed in The Deen's List(TM) or purchased by Deen Capital Management, Inc. will be profitable. * Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. * The information contained herein has been compiled from sources deemed to be reliable; however, we are not responsible for its accuracy or completeness. ************************************************************************ Ken Deen Deen Capital Management, Inc. PO Box 30925 Santa Barbara, CA 93130 (805) 682-1870 deenslist@deencapital.com Copyright (C) 2003 Deen Capital Management, Inc.