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To: robbie who wrote (24629)	4/20/1998 6:16:00 PM
From: Matt Kaarlela	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 97611

Regarding GM-compac deal: Let's just assume for sake of argument that the systems are mid-level Deskpro 4000 w/PII-300 that retail for $2000. Discount the price to $1500 and assume 8% margin after discounts. That equates to : $120/unit or $20,400,000 profit against quarter. Not an earth shattering amount but surely enough to register. Could be much more or less but good to hear positive news from this one. Riddle: what goes down when a stock's price goes up? Answer: Interest in pursuing an unfair trading lawsuit...