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Times small size isn't stopping it from pursuing

an acquisition of Yahoo's core business.

People familiar with the matter say the one and a half billion dollar

magazine owner has heard a presentation from Citigroup bankers on pursuing a deal to

merge with Yahoo. Home Depot up two and a half percent after fourth quarter

profit top to analyst estimates.

S&P E mini futures is little change now.

Down of point, Dowie mini futures up three.

Nasdac E mini futures down 7.5.

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