ALLSTATE CORP (ALL-NYSE): Technical Viewpoint: From a low of $28.56 on Aug 29, 2000 prices rallied, reaching a high of $36.00 on Oct 2, 2000. A decline saw prices pull back, reaching a low of $30.81 on Oct 12, 2000. Another rally saw prices penetrate resistance, closing 10/24/00 at $36.31. Technicals: MACD Index (MACD): A Buy Alert! was given on Oct 24, 2000 when the solid line crossed the dotted line to the upside. Support: Remains at $32 3/4. Resistance: Is at None at current levels. Point & Figure: Reversed to the upside on Oct 19, 2000. A P&F upside reversal takes place at $35.00. Summary: Technical indicators have turned bullish. BUY! ALLSTATE CORP (ALL-NYSE) @ $36 5/8 Stop: Use a protective stop of $33 7/8. ALLSTATE CORP is currently trading @ $36.31 plus $2.31 on Oct 24, 2000. Price Objective: $45.00. Risk/Reward: $2 3/4 VS. $8 3/8. Today's Risk Reward Ratio: 3:1