1.   Most of the blood clotting factors used in Japan, including those sold by Japanese companies, were imported from the United States.

2.   Subsequent stock offerings that included insider selling of shares also outperformed those that did not, the study shows.

3.   There are plenty of other diversions, including shops selling antiques, books and crafts, summer theater, art galleries and restaurants.

4.   To be sure, some hospital bonds have done well, including those sold for hospitals that took steps to improve their financial condition.

5.   There are a few notable exceptions, including food sold loosely, especially fresh fruit, vegetables and meat.