CONSISTENCY COMMITMENT RESULTS
We have remained steadfastly dedicated to the same patient, long-term investment discipline for more than 40 years. We seek to invest in durable, well-managed businesses that can be purchased at value prices and held for the long term. The Davis family, employees, and directors are among the largest shareholders in the Selected Funds. This group also has almost $1.5 billion of their own money invested side by side with fellow shareholders in the various mutual funds our firm manages,* which ensures that our interests are closely aligned with those of our clients. Davis Advisors has a history of delivering strong and consistent investment results through full-market cycles. Selected American Shares has outperformed the S&P 500® Index since Davis Advisors began management of the Fund in May 1993.**


* As of December 31, 2008
** On a cumulative basis, as of December 31, 2007. Fund performance changes over time and current performance may be positive or negative. Advertised returns change over time. Click here for a description of the S&P 500® Index.

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Video Interview with Portfolio Manager Chris Davis

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Selected American Shares: Spring 2009 Review