That may help improve the balance sheets of some of these companies, potentially raising their credit rating. (investopedia.com)
In particular, consumers — benefiting from improved balance sheets (in part due to higher home values) and reduced gas prices — showed strength. (eyeonhousing.org)
It didn't meet guidance, but the progress on improving its balance sheet makes the company look much more compelling than it did as recently as a year ago. (fool.com)