"and attempt to manipulate the whisper number and the Thomson Financial projections so that they can be exceeded by the actual results."

That is the reason that the DOW is such a joke....smoke and mirrors just like Madeoff and Sarasota's famed Nardel. They're all playing the game and we are now approaching the investing base that's supposed to be somewhat safe for your principle....the bond market.....when that goes it's over.

AG Edwards was a big player in my area and I'll never forget what part they played in the Enron mess. Every corner, no matter how big the name or fame, are crooks. The ratings agencies are the worst and they seem to be getting off the hook.

It's 4:00 o'clock, do you know where your money is? lol

doni