New technology, such as robotic equipment, increases the efficiency of workers while slowing the demand for new employees. (livecareer.com)
A further sign of slowing demand in the housing market since late 2003 is evident in the fall in auction clearance rates across the capital cities. (rba.gov.au)
While sales are poised to rise as the economy improves, higher mortgage rates and aggressive builder price increases slowed demand in the second half of 2013, he said. (bloomberg.com)