1.   Human Genome Sciences gain boosted shares of other biotechnology companies, many of which are based in southern Maryland.

2.   ARGENTINE stocks rose, boosted by gains among domestic oil producers and lower U.S. interest rates, traders said.

3.   Bonds were also boosted by gains in the U.S.

4.   Euro Disney said a one-time gain boosted profit.

5.   Euro Disney said a one-time gain boosted the profit.

6.   German shares were also boosted by gains on Wall Street.

7.   German shares rose, boosted by gains in Hong Kong and Japanese stocks.

8.   IRISH stocks rose, led by building materials company CRH Plc and Bank of Ireland, which were boosted by gains in Japanese stocks.

9.   Lower profit boosted by gains on asset sales and the one-time charge masks strong underlying growth.