Led by Dell Computer, Marriott International
and Micrel Semiconductor, the Mormon Stock Index rose 2.8% last week,
following the broader market indices. But unlike those indices, the
MSI is still below its pre-September 11th level, mainly due to stocks
hit hardest by the disaster, such as AES Corp., Marriott, Host
Marriott and SkyWest Airlines. Surprisingly, power-producer AES Corp.
was hardest hit because of its International exposure, including
operations in the Middle East. |