In today's edition of the Daily Update, equity research columnist Dave
Sterman discusses eBay's (EBAY) sterling performance and the attitude
that analysts have adopted towards this Internet stalwart. Also, Steve
Butler, senior analyst at eMarketer, discusses a surprising new trend:
traditional companies are breaking out their Internet sales!

Also, Morgan Stanley shares its ambivalent feelings towards Airgate
PCS (PCSA), and Multex Investor readers can find out more by
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Finally, to help you separate the wheat from the chaff, we feature five
research reports that we have selected from among the literally hundreds
of broker and third party (independent) reports contributed to our
database every day--reports we think will help you make better
investment decisions. See below.

You can also link directly to our research page, which features synopses
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- Investment ideas
- Broker and third-party research
- Online advice and chats
- Free and sponsored reports


Investment ideas
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1. INVESTMENT IDEAS
E-commerce comes out from under the shadows
Companies used to be reluctant to discuss Internet sales, but are now
breaking the silence

By Steve Butler, senior analyst, eMarketer

Until recently, many companies were reluctant to discuss e-commerce
because they did not want to share their strategies with competitors.
Today, however, companies announce e-business initiatives to show that
they are in tune with the times and prepared to face tough competition in
the future.

By comparing a company's e-commerce activity to that of its competitors,
shareholders may gain insight into how well management has grasped
the main issues of e-business, developed an integrated technology
strategy, and executed its vision.
Click here to read more.
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2. INVESTMENT IDEAS
Can eBay give investors an encore?
The company is confident that it can maintain super-fast growth, and
analysts agree.

by Dave Sterman, equity research columnist

The economic landscape is littered with the carcasses of dot-coms that
tried but failed. Only one firm can say that it consistently delivered on its
initial growth metrics: eBay (EBAY). In 1998, when the online auction
company went public, it was set to bag some $86 million in revenue.
Three years later, that figure has exploded to $749 million, and operating
profits have risen thirteen-fold.

With shares of eBay trading at lofty heights, investors are clearly
expecting more strong growth to come. Can eBay deliver? The answer,
according to those who analyze the company, is a resounding "yes."
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Broker and third-party reports
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1. INVESTORS' CHOICE: 3-DAY FAVORITE
Bear Stearns publishes a 'top ten list' of Internet security predictions for
2002.

After a page of general sector commentary, the firm discusses its list; #3
prediction calls for more sophisticated virus attacks, #6 prediction is that
the biometric hype fizzles, #10 predicts security vendor stocks that will
outperform. (4-page report for purchase - $10)
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2. TODAY'S SPECIAL REPORT
Friedman, Billings, Ramsey discusses latest results out of and outlook
for AOL Time Warner (AOL).

FBR's analysts suggest that investors ignore the open access question
and focus on the content growth capabilities of the company. The firm
breaks down results by business segment and provides its current
investment opinion. (7-page report for purchase - $25)
http://www.multexinvestor.com/download.asp?docid=26126718&nd=0205


3. EDITOR'S PICK: CURRENT RESEARCH FROM THE CUTTING EDGE
Lehman Brothers reports on the state of the global oil tanker industry.

In a figure-dominated report, Lehman focuses on recent pricing trends
for companies involved in tanker leasing. Also, commentary on OPEC
production and the future direction of oil prices. 17 figures, charts, or
illustrative data. (11-page report for purchase - $25)
http://www.multexinvestor.com/download.asp?docid=26105997&nd=0205


4. THIRD-PARTY REVIEW
Standard & Poors takes a look at the world's largest microprocessor
company.

S&P provides an investment overview of the company including historical
revenues, a business summary, industry outlook and peer group
comparison, recent news headlines, and Wall Street analysts' investment
and earnings opinions. (5-page report for purchase - $5)
http://www.multexinvestor.com/download.asp?docid=408008&nd=0205


5. WHAT'S HOT?
Prudential explains how investors should position portfolios going
forward.

The firm says investors should focus on retail and healthcare stocks and
construct growth & income portfolios opposed to money markets. It
identifies 8 retail and 22 health care buys and 39 components of a
growth/income portfolio. (5-page report for purchase - $10)
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Online advice and chats
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1. ASK THE ANALYST
BigTrends.com's Price Headley discusses how sagging investor
confidence will affect the market.
Citing three negative influences he's observing, Headley explains why he
believes the trend in stocks will be to the downside over the next few
months. How can you capitalize on market softness? Feel free to ask
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2. ASK THE EXPERT
Ronald E. Newton with Insurance.com talks about how much auto
insurance you really need.

In reality, there is often a large gap between the insurance you're
required to carry and what you should carry.  Ask Ronald E. Newton of
Insurance.com your questions.  He will take investor questions until
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Free and sponsored reports
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1. FREE RESEARCH REPORT
Ladenburg Thalmann analyzes events leading to bankruptcy filing of the
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Morgan Stanley explains it's ambivalence towards Sprint PCS (PCS)
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