Sentences with phrase «stronger economic confidence»

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Trump's embrace of trade barriers this year has sparked fears of tit - for - tat retaliation that could undermine consumer confidence and stymie the strongest global economic expansion in years.

«Hiring and spending on new buildings and land acquisition remained at strong levels, a good sign of confidence in economic prospects.»

Minutes of the meeting released three weeks later showed that some policymakers indicated they were ready for another small rate hike, while other officials wanted to wait until incoming data «provided a greater level of confidence that economic growth was strong enough to withstand a possible downward shock to demand.»

«A number of participants indicated that the stronger outlook for economic activity, along with their increased confidence that inflation would return to 2 per cent over the medium term, implied that the appropriate path for the federal funds rate over the next few years would likely be slightly steeper than they had previously expected,» the Federal Open Market Committee said in the records of its March 20 - 21 meeting.

At some point, stronger confidence in the economic outlook may prompt money to shift into risk assets, providing some upside potential.

«A number of participants indicated that the stronger outlook for economic activity, along with their increased confidence that inflation would return to 2 percent over the medium term, implied that the appropriate path for the federal funds rate over the next few years would likely be slightly steeper than they had previously expected,» the Federal Open Market Committee said in the records of its March 20 - 21 meeting.

The recent appreciation appears to reflect growing confidence that the economic recovery in the US will be stronger than in the other major economies.

It is possible that, given the publicity surrounding developments in Asia and their adverse effect on confidence, businesses may be somewhat more cautious in their hiring plans than would normally be expected following a strong period of economic growth.

The market's confidence is driven by recent strong economic data.

Overall confidence in the economic future is strong, but less in New York than the country as a whole.

Today the government has issued a strong vote of confidence in the railway, and in our ability to deliver sustainable economic growth through development of, and investment in, the network.

Jan 31 (Reuters)- Consumer confidence in South Africa improved slightly in the fourth quarter, reflecting stronger - than - expected economic growth in previous quarters, a survey showed on Wednesday.

China's top economic planner expressed confidence this month that stronger consumer spending will help the economy grow.

That should keep confidence strong in the market as we look ahead to the major sales during the Monterey Car Week in August, provided there's no major economic event in the meantime.

The market's confidence is driven by recent strong economic data.

Sotheby's says that given Canada's strong economic fundamentals, improved consumer confidence and super-low lending rates, all markets are expected to gain momentum in the second half of the year.

A housing slowdown in Toronto and Vancouver could affect consumer confidence in regions with strong economic fundamentals like Calgary, Edmonton and Halifax, adds Don Campbell, best - selling author of Real Investing in Canada.

Economic activity in the U.S. is expected to be strong, particularly in the second half of the year, so consumer confidence will be high.

The London sales continued with a strong # 39.6 million ($ 52.8 million) total at the Christie's postwar and contemporary evening sale, projecting more confidence following Tuesday's successful contemporary sale at Sotheby's — all despite the economic uncertainty caused by England's vote last week to exit the... Read More

The London sales continued with a strong # 39.6 million ($ 52.8 million) total at the Christie's postwar and contemporary evening sale, projecting more confidence following Tuesday's successful contemporary sale at Sotheby's — all despite the economic uncertainty caused by England's vote last week to exit the European Union.

Buoyed by a surge in transactional activity and a stronger economic outlook, business confidence among partners at the top law firms is at its highest point for several years.

Despite a strong year - end performance by the stock market and a post-election jump in confidence among consumers and businesses, limited information on the new Administration's potential economic policies led to a conservative 2017 growth projection of 2.0 %, according to the Fannie Mae Economic & Strategic Research (ESR) Group's January 2017 Economic and Housing economic policies led to a conservative 2017 growth projection of 2.0 %, according to the Fannie Mae Economic & Strategic Research (ESR) Group's January 2017 Economic and Housing Economic & Strategic Research (ESR) Group's January 2017 Economic and Housing Economic and Housing Outlook.

Yet 2014 has started with some very encouraging economic data showing strong mortgage demand, rising business confidence, falling unemployment, plus increasing demand for and supply of credit.

«A very healthy labor market and stronger confidence and spending from both consumers and businesses boosted economic expansion to a solid 3.0 percent last quarter,» says Yun.

Strong home sales and continued brightening in the broader economic picture have boosted practitioners» confidence in the market.

A number of officials viewed a stronger economic outlook and greater confidence for higher inflation implying «the appropriate path for the federal funds rate over the next few years would likely be slightly steeper than they had previously expected,» the Federal Open Market Committee said in the records of its March 20 - 21 meeting.

Strong job gains and an unemployment rate well off its peak, accumulating momentum in recent housing starts and sales, as well as a rebound in retail sales after a slow first quarter combine to point to consumers gaining confidence in the economic recovery.

Elton Ash, regional executive vice-president, Re / Max of Western Canada, says «Existing homeowners cashing in on substantial equity gains to re-invest in the top end of the market; strong economic performance across the country; and solid consumer confidence levels» are responsible for the boom.

In this week's economic review, pending home sales continue to fall, consumer confidence and sentiment remain considerably strong, and GDP shows the U.S. economy is growing at a steady pace.

Economic confidence is waning, even though the economy has expanded more than 3 percent over the last two quarters, with strong job gains and mortgage rates that remain historically low.

«Based on strong demographic and economic trends, I have high confidence investing in Seattle and neighboring cities.

The strong jobs report and the rebound in consumer confidence in February suggested that businesses and consumers set aside their worries about fiscal drag ahead of the looming sequestration deadline, according to Fannie Mae's Economic & Strategic Research Group.

Consumer confidence, job growth and other broad indicators of economic health remain strong — in fact, U.S. job growth significantly outperformed expectations in June.

Phil Soper, president and CEO of Royal LePage, told the forum that «Fuelled by solid economic conditions including moderate interest rates, high employment and strong consumer confidence, Canada's housing market was quick out of the gate this year.

In Ottawa and Toronto, growth remained steady, supported by solid economic fundamentals, an increase in available inventory and strong consumer confidence.

«Canada's housing market in 2008 should continue to thrive on a balanced diet of strong economic fundamentals, including high levels of employment, resilient consumer confidence, modest levels of inflation and the relatively low cost of borrowing money,» says Phil Soper, president and chief executive of Royal LePage Real Estate Services.

Builders confidence remained strong given changes to the tax code will promote the small business sector and boost broader economic growth.

«I think [the new expansion plan] is a little aggressive, but what gives me confidence in that goal is the unit economic numbers we've seen in the past two years, which have been some of the strongest in the history of the chain,» he says.

«Strong economic performance, especially in Western Canadian provinces, has bolstered consumer confidence levels to such a degree that purchasers in the upper end are comfortable with a million dollar plus investment in real estate,» says Elton Ash, regional executive vice-president, Re / Max of Western Canada.

Ryan discusses the death of Osama Bin Laden; Ryan reviews the economic news of the week; Ryan notices the correlation between increased home sales and interest rate drops; Louis notes we can't expect the housing market to be supported by further decreases in rates as they are already near historic lows; Ryan explains that interest rates change once every four hours; Ryan notes the difference between getting a quote and being locked in to an interest rate; Ryan advises the importance of keeping in touch with your mortgage lender; Louis notes that interest rates change a lot faster than home prices; Ryan notes that the consumer confidence was up, Ryan and Louis discuss the Fed's decision to keep interest rates where they are and to continue the $ 600 billion QE2 program; Ryan and Louis discuss the Fed's view that inflation is nascent; Louis notes that not only does the Fed not see inflation that exists but disclaims any responsibility for it; Louis asserts that there is a correlation between oil prices and Fed policy; Louis discusses Ben Bernanke's assertion that the Fed can't control oil prices but that they somehow can control the impact of higher oil prices on the rest of the economy; Louis also remarks on Bernanke's view of the dollar - the claim that a strong dollar can be achieved through the Fed's current policy as it is their belief that they are creating a sound economy and therefore a sound dollar; Louis notes the irony of the Fed chastising Congress» spendthrift ways — if the Fed did not monetize the debt, Congress could» nt spend; Louis noted that as Bernanke spoke the prices of gold and silver rose as it seemed that the Fed has no interest in cutting off the easy money; the current Fed policy will keep interest rates low; Ryan notes that the Fed knows that they can't let interest rates rise because of the housing mess; Louis notes that the Fed has a Hobson's Choice - either keep rates low or let interest rates rise and cut off the recovery.

In this week's economic review, the 30 - year average mortgage rate increased, new home sales and pending home sales fell, and consumer confidence remained strong despite market volatility.

In this week's economic review, mortgage rates held after rising for the past several weeks, consumer prices saw a minimal gain, retail sales fell, and housing starts and permits dropped despite strong builder confidence.