Credit Suisse has initiated research coverage of 13 stocks in Saudi Arabia, effective May 1. The expansion provides investors with the first comprehensive analysis of stocks in Saudi Arabia, representing approximately 65 percent of the equity market in Saudi Arabia. Economic growth coupled with strong corporate earnings outlook and M&A activity underscore the importance of the region's capital markets in a global context. The Middle East is a key focus area for Credit Suisse and for the Bank's research product more specifically. The London and Dubai based Middle East Equity Research team will continue to expand its coverage of Middle Eastern stocks. Credit Suisse also launched its “Access MENA” trading platform, an innovative access product which will allow international investors to buy __