Stewart (NYSE: STC) is a leading provider of title insurance and related services to the real estate and mortgage industries. Throughout our 115-year history, our conservative management philosophy has allowed us to grow through the ups and downs of the market. In 2007, with 33 consecutive years of growth in statutory policyholders' surplus and reserves, Stewart Title Guaranty Company had the largest surplus of any major title insurer as of December 31, 2007.* And that financial strength has been affirmed when Fitch Ratings, one of the largest global rating organizations, announced Stewart was the world's only 'A' rated national title insurer with a Stable Outlook. Our financial strength provides the confidence people need from their title insurer in these tough economic times.