For Barone,
the economic record in the 1990s is a vindication of hard policies.
After five years of Conservative spin you might be forgiven for forgetting that Labour's
economic record in power was actually one of remarkable stability and sustained growth for the ten years before the banking crash.
Blair claims he and Brown reached the celebrated decision, announced in the week after their 1997 victory, to give the Bank of England independence simultaneously, but that he raised it first — going on to claim credit for the party's
economic record in the first years of their government.
I actually voted for Balls in the previous leadership election in 2010, largely on the basis of his original stance on Labour's fiscal and
economic record in Government.
For better or worse, this year's study hands a big talking point to the campaign of Top State Gov. Nathan Deal of Georgia, a Republican touting
his economic record in his bid for a second term.
Chafee has a mixed
economic record in Rhode Island, raising its sales tax to reduce its budget deficit, and decreasing the state's corporate tax rate to seven percent from nine percent.
Not exact matches
Despite the recent softness
in data — the Citi
economic surprise index for the eurozone is now at its lowest since June 2012 — markets remain stubbornly bullish on the euro with overall bets still near
record highs as longer - term expectations remain optimistic.
A few days ago I was listening to a caller on an AM radio show promote the government's
economic record by stating that there are more Canadians with a job today than at any point
in Canada's history.
Global stocks have pushed to new highs, outdoing previous
records set
in 2015, driven by strong
economic data
in the U.S. and comments by the Federal Reserve on the future path of interest rates.
A good part of Putin's political success has been based on his
record of improving people's welfare, but with no relief
in sight for Russia's
economic troubles, it may only be a matter a time before the general populace begins to feel the pinch more sharply.
But a long period of U.S.
economic growth could be interrupted
in the coming years, despite a historically low unemployment rate of 4.1 percent, and
record - shattering momentum on Wall Street that added trillions to the value of stocks
in 2017.
U.S. «The economy isn't
in imminent danger of relapsing into recession [according to the Federal Reserve, most private economists and Wall Street strategists]... but the
Economic Cycle Research Institute, an organization with an excellent track
record, says the U. S. is actually heading into another recession.»
The West has long ostracized Lukashenko, who has described himself as the «last dictator
in Europe», over his human rights
record and his clampdown on political dissent, and has imposed
economic sanctions on some Belarussian officials and companies.
In a newly - updated working paper published by the National Bureau of
Economic Research, two researchers, Ozkan Eren and Naci Mocan, from LSU, examined juvenile court
records from 1996 through 2012, looking to examine the relationship between «emotional shocks» - like those experienced by football fans — and a judge's ability to actually judge.
Southern Nevada's tourism industry brought a
record $ 59.6 billion
in economic activity
in 2016, according to a study by the Las Vegas - based market research firm, which counts the state of Nevada among its clients.
Taking it a step further, Buffalo mayor Byron Brown has gone on the
record stating that the city, by far one of the league's smallest markets, would lose $ 140 million
in economic benefits from a season - long NFL lockout.
The larger point Wolfers seems to be making with his response to Trump is that looking at the number of
record - high closes
in a narrow period is not a particularly good indicator of
economic performance — particularly for a president who inherited a stock market that was already relatively high
in value.
«Global
economic growth across the board is doing great at roughly 4 percent, unemployment rates
in the U.K. and
in the U.S. are at almost
record lows.
In a Wall Street Journal editorial today, Rove beseeches the Romney campaign to go on offense with an effective message that reminds voters that the Democrats» negative campaign strategy merely aims to distract voters from the Obama administration's dismal
economic record.
Our sense is that
in light of the oil shock and weak
economic growth
recorded in Canada this past year, the SEPH is likely telling the more accurate story, meaning we could see employment as measured by the LFS slow significantly during the first half of 2016.»
Already
in Brazil, the region's biggest economy, President Dilma Rousseff is starting to roll out a more conservative message of austerity, including cuts
in unemployment and welfare benefits, to tame a
record budget deficit widened by the biggest
economic slowdown
in 25 years.
NEW YORK, Jan 3 (Reuters)- The S&P 500 index rose above 2,700 for the first time on Wednesday and other major indexes hit
record highs as technology stocks climbed amid indications of robust
economic growth
in the United States and overseas.
China's banks extended a
record 2.9 trillion yuan ($ 458.3 billion)
in new yuan loans
in January, blowing past expectations and nearly five times the previous month as policymakers aim to sustain solid
economic growth while reining
in debt risks.
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in key markets; the risk that we or our channel partners are not able to develop and expand customer bases and accurately anticipate demand from end customers, which can result
in increased inventory and reduced orders as we experience wide fluctuations
in supply and demand; the risk that our commercial Lighting Products results will continue to suffer if new issues arise regarding issues related to product quality for this business; the risk that we may experience production difficulties that preclude us from shipping sufficient quantities to meet customer orders or that result
in higher production costs and lower margins; our ability to lower costs; the risk that our results will suffer if we are unable to balance fluctuations
in customer demand and capacity, including bringing on additional capacity on a timely basis to meet customer demand; the risk that longer manufacturing lead times may cause customers to fulfill their orders with a competitor's products instead; the risk that the
economic and political uncertainty caused by the proposed tariffs by the United States on Chinese goods, and any corresponding Chinese tariffs
in response, may negatively impact demand for our products; product mix; risks associated with the ramp - up of production of our new products, and our entry into new business channels different from those
in which we have historically operated; the risk that customers do not maintain their favorable perception of our brand and products, resulting
in lower demand for our products; the risk that our products fail to perform or fail to meet customer requirements or expectations, resulting
in significant additional costs, including costs associated with warranty returns or the potential recall of our products; ongoing uncertainty
in global
economic conditions, infrastructure development or customer demand that could negatively affect product demand, collectability of receivables and other related matters as consumers and businesses may defer purchases or payments, or default on payments; risks resulting from the concentration of our business among few customers, including the risk that customers may reduce or cancel orders or fail to honor purchase commitments; the risk that we are not able to enter into acceptable contractual arrangements with the significant customers of the acquired Infineon RF Power business or otherwise not fully realize anticipated benefits of the transaction; the risk that retail customers may alter promotional pricing, increase promotion of a competitor's products over our products or reduce their inventory levels, all of which could negatively affect product demand; the risk that our investments may experience periods of significant stock price volatility causing us to recognize fair value losses on our investment; the risk posed by managing an increasingly complex supply chain that has the ability to supply a sufficient quantity of raw materials, subsystems and finished products with the required specifications and quality; the risk we may be required to
record a significant charge to earnings if our goodwill or amortizable assets become impaired; risks relating to confidential information theft or misuse, including through cyber-attacks or cyber intrusion; our ability to complete development and commercialization of products under development, such as our pipeline of Wolfspeed products, improved LED chips, LED components, and LED lighting products risks related to our multi-year warranty periods for LED lighting products; risks associated with acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures or investments generally; the rapid development of new technology and competing products that may impair demand or render our products obsolete; the potential lack of customer acceptance for our products; risks associated with ongoing litigation; and other factors discussed
in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including our report on Form 10 - K for the fiscal year ended June 25, 2017, and subsequent reports filed with the SEC.
In Italy, however, despite facing the same problem of a declining population — in 2014, only 509,000 live births were recorded, the lowest number since the unification of Italy in 1861, according to the country's statistics agency, ISTAT — the broader economic backdrop is the source of reluctanc
In Italy, however, despite facing the same problem of a declining population —
in 2014, only 509,000 live births were recorded, the lowest number since the unification of Italy in 1861, according to the country's statistics agency, ISTAT — the broader economic backdrop is the source of reluctanc
in 2014, only 509,000 live births were
recorded, the lowest number since the unification of Italy
in 1861, according to the country's statistics agency, ISTAT — the broader economic backdrop is the source of reluctanc
in 1861, according to the country's statistics agency, ISTAT — the broader
economic backdrop is the source of reluctance.
«When asked what news they had heard of recent
economic developments, more consumers spontaneously mentioned the expected positive impact of new
economic policies than ever before
recorded in the long history of the surveys.
We joined this council with the intent to be a voice for working people and real hope that it would result
in positive
economic policy, but it has become yet another broken promise on the President's
record.
During its annual
economic briefing report, The Distilled Spirits Council announced
record sales
in spirits for 2017, and a continued market share gain against beer.
On the form he showed at the Masters, Woods still seems a good bet to break Jack Nicklaus»
record of 18 major tournament wins; but the revenue
records the tour set
in the last decade, before the bursting of the Tiger bubble and the broader American
economic bubble, are unlikely to be improved any time soon.
Brazil and Argentina, despite their poor
economic track
record in recent years, are most likely to be the beneficiaries of a World Cup boost, according to the Goldman.
With that track
record, the New T - Mobile will accelerate long - term
economic stimulus for the U.S.
in the 5G era — ultimately leading to the creation of thousands of American jobs and supporting business opportunities for the U.S. economy.
Commentary: «Despite signals of slower
economic growth, we expect positive organic growth to continue the rest of this year and into 2012... These repositioning tailwinds, combined with our great positions
in good industries, execution track
record, and disciplined playbook, will be keys to our continued outperformance.»
Despite
record levels of short - term optimism
in the global economy, CEOs worldwide report heightened levels of anxiety regarding the business,
economic, and, particularly, the societal threats confronting their organisations.
Despite the fact that
economic growth for this year is now forecast to be substantially lower than that expected at the time of the April Budget, Mr. Oliver is still confident that the federal government will
record a surplus
in 2015 - 16.
Quick answer: no, as the European Central Bank, which has an inate fear of inflation, felt compelled on Thursday by the
economic crisis
in Europe to cut its benchmark interest rates by 0.25 percentage points, bringing the refinancing rate to a
record low of 0.75 % and the overnight deposit rate to zero.
OTTAWA — Government House Leader Peter Van Loan is using the return of Parliament to boast about the Conservatives»
economic track
record — but OECD figures cast a small doubt over his claim that Canada tops the G7
in job creation.
«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.
This has been justified by a recommendation
in an Ernst & Young study on the federal
economic and fiscal forecasting
record.
From
record - breaking stock market returns to falling unemployment, the U.S. has no shortage of positive
economic indicators, and the majority of investors say they feel confident about achieving both their short - and long - term goals, according to the latest «Morgan Stanley Investor Pulse Poll,» which surveyed more than 1,200 investors age 25 to 75 with over $ 100,000
in assets.
To then verify its suspicions, Waymo filed a public
records request to the Nevada Governor's Office of
Economic Development and Department of Motor Vehicles
in February for Otto's communications with the departments.
In spite of
record low interest rates over the past 20 years, overall
economic expansion has been lackluster at best.
In the context of considering the NGP's
economic burdens and benefits (NGP Report, Volume II, s. 2.4.4), the JRP noted that the concept of «ecological goods and services» was described during the hearing but that, based on the hearing
record, the estimated costs for damages to ecosystem goods and services were not well quantified and based on a methodology that is not currently broadly accepted.
It is wishful thinking to imagine that the most extreme
economic, debt and investment bubble
in history was corrected by a mild
economic downturn, a market decline that leaves stocks at 21 times peak earnings (higher than at the 1929 and 1987 peaks), and just a few large - scale defaults from a corporate debt position which continues to claim a
record share of operating earnings to finance.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak announced today that Malaysia has
recorded a 6.2 per cent growth
in GDP
in the third quarter of this year, an achievement that proves that the country's
economic management is on track.
BlackBerry's ability to manage inventory and asset risk; BlackBerry's reliance on suppliers of functional components for its products and risks relating to its supply chain; BlackBerry's ability to obtain rights to use software or components supplied by third parties; BlackBerry's ability to successfully maintain and enhance its brand; risks related to government regulations, including regulations relating to encryption technology; BlackBerry's ability to continue to adapt to recent board and management changes and headcount reductions; reliance on strategic alliances with third - party network infrastructure developers, software platform vendors and service platform vendors; BlackBerry's reliance on third - party manufacturers; potential defects and vulnerabilities
in BlackBerry's products; risks related to litigation, including litigation claims arising from BlackBerry's practice of providing forward - looking guidance; potential charges relating to the impairment of intangible assets
recorded on BlackBerry's balance sheet; risks as a result of actions of activist shareholders; government regulation of wireless spectrum and radio frequencies; risks related to
economic and geopolitical conditions; risks associated with acquisitions; foreign exchange risks; and difficulties
in forecasting BlackBerry's financial results given the rapid technological changes, evolving industry standards, intense competition and short product life cycles that characterize the wireless communications industry, and the company's previously disclosed review of strategic alternatives.
Under Ms. Tolstedt's leadership
in 2010, the Community Bank achieved a number of significant strategic objectives, including converting approximately 750 Wachovia banking stores to the Wells Fargo platform,
record cross-sell results
in legacy Wells Fargo stores and increased cross-sell results
in Wachovia stores, rising customer service and satisfaction results, growing market share
in key businesses, and positioning the Community Bank for future growth when
economic conditions stabilize.
Marois made a series of campaign - style announcements
in recent weeks
in an effort to silence critics who accuse her party of having a poor
economic record.
Many factors could cause BlackBerry's actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward - looking statements, including, without limitation: BlackBerry's ability to enhance its current products and services, or develop new products and services
in a timely manner or at competitive prices, including risks related to new product introductions; risks related to BlackBerry's ability to mitigate the impact of the anticipated decline
in BlackBerry's infrastructure access fees on its consolidated revenue by developing an integrated services and software offering; intense competition, rapid change and significant strategic alliances within BlackBerry's industry; BlackBerry's reliance on carrier partners and distributors; risks associated with BlackBerry's foreign operations, including risks related to recent political and
economic developments
in Venezuela and the impact of foreign currency restrictions; risks relating to network disruptions and other business interruptions, including costs, potential liabilities, lost revenues and reputational damage associated with service interruptions; risks related to BlackBerry's ability to implement and to realize the anticipated benefits of its CORE program; BlackBerry's ability to maintain or increase its cash balance; security risks; BlackBerry's ability to attract and retain key personnel; risks related to intellectual property rights; BlackBerry's ability to expand and manage BlackBerry ® World ™; risks related to the collection, storage, transmission, use and disclosure of confidential and personal information; BlackBerry's ability to manage inventory and asset risk; BlackBerry's reliance on suppliers of functional components for its products and risks relating to its supply chain; BlackBerry's ability to obtain rights to use software or components supplied by third parties; BlackBerry's ability to successfully maintain and enhance its brand; risks related to government regulations, including regulations relating to encryption technology; BlackBerry's ability to continue to adapt to recent board and management changes and headcount reductions; reliance on strategic alliances with third - party network infrastructure developers, software platform vendors and service platform vendors; BlackBerry's reliance on third - party manufacturers; potential defects and vulnerabilities
in BlackBerry's products; risks related to litigation, including litigation claims arising from BlackBerry's practice of providing forward - looking guidance; potential charges relating to the impairment of intangible assets
recorded on BlackBerry's balance sheet; risks as a result of actions of activist shareholders; government regulation of wireless spectrum and radio frequencies; risks related to
economic and geopolitical conditions; risks associated with acquisitions; foreign exchange risks; and difficulties
in forecasting BlackBerry's financial results given the rapid technological changes, evolving industry standards, intense competition and short product life cycles that characterize the wireless communications industry.
There won't be any major election
in Europe
in 2016 other than
in Ireland where the government's strong
economic record should ensure it victory.
Mr. Laurier's
record of governance includes liberalizing immigration policy to populate the country particularly
in the new western provinces, supporting the construction of transportation infrastructure to bolster
economic development and export growth, steadily reducing tariff rates to provide Canada with a tax advantage relative to the United States, and pursuing free trade and market access for Canadian goods and services.