SIGMA-ALDRICH CORP (SIAL-Nasdaq): Technical Viewpoint: From a low of $37.00 on Jan 22, 2001 prices rallied, reaching a high of $47.50 on Mar 20, 2001. A decline saw prices pull back, reaching a low of $42.13 on Mar 22, 2001. Another rally saw prices penetrate resistance, closing 3/29/01 at $49.69. Technicals: MACD Index (MACD): A Buy Alert! was given on Mar 28, 2001 when the solid line crossed the dotted line to the upside. Support: Remains at $46.50. Resistance: Is at None at current levels. Point & Figure: Reversed to the upside on Mar 29, 2001. A P&F upside reversal takes place at $48.00. Summary: Technical indicators have turned bullish. BUY! SIGMA-ALDRICH CORP (SIAL-Nasdaq) @ $49.87 Stop: Use a protective stop of $47.12. SIGMA-ALDRICH CORP is currently trading @ $49.69 plus $2.50 on Mar 29, 2001. Price Objective: $60.00. Risk/Reward: $2.75 VS. $10.13. Today's Risk Reward Ratio: 4:1