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Dear `firstName`:

The first half of 2008 performed somewhat better than was expected at the start of the year, in large part thanks to the economic stimulus program. With that program behind us, we can continue to expect the economy to weaken, despite strong export growth that has kept the situation from greater decline. Read the August economic update for an expert outlook on our nation's economy from the "most accurate economic forecaster(1)," Keith Hembre, Chief Economist of FAF Advisors.

U.S. Bank offers our customers and associates economic update reports as a helpful resource. We hope you find the information useful in your day-to-day business operations.

Regards,

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U.S. Bank Commercial Banking


1According to a 2007 survey by BusinessWeek.

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