The overall figures are lower-than-expected, not only because of the catastrophe claims, but also because of the reserve additions.

The petroleum reserve is not a political reserve -- and raiding it won't lower fuel prices in the long run,

I am disappointed that Amber has chosen not to return. I certainly expected her to contribute this season, but we have a strong incoming class that will have an immediate chance to play a major role.

Any deviation from that 15 percent for the quarter is expected to be lower, not higher.

The data were firmer overall than expected,

The figures are lousy, but they are no surprise overall,