There are times when information must be disseminated immediately - especially when it changes the competitive landscape. Recognizing this need, Z-Ben Advisors includes as a core product offering the Flash Report, which focuses on sudden events within the marketplace, such as the introduction of new regulatory measures, expanded business opportunities or changes in the structure of the marketplace itself. Our analysis of implications is quickly distributed to clients by email. Areas we are monitoring in 2008 include QDII, the China Investment Corporation, and profitability announcements.

This report assists clients to:

• Form quick judgments about the purpose, near-term effects and importance of regulatory changes
• Assess the value, opportunity and competitive threat offered by new product, category or platform launches