Yet even amid widespread optimism, some stocks didn't participate in the winning day. (fool.com)
On Wednesday, another high profile participant at the annual WEF event told CNBC that although there was widespread optimism in the global economic recovery, unemployment — particularly among the young — was a major issue. (cnbc.com)
The secret poilce were easy enough for most people to sidestep and, when the shah was overthrown and exiled in the late 70s, there was widespread optimism within the country that his departure would pave the way for a freer and more democratic society. (filmthreat.com)