Sentences with phrase «economic uncertainty gives»

The positive for cash - strapped employers is that economic uncertainty gives them credibility to remain conservative with raises unless directly tied to outstanding performance.

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Hacking away at $ 348.8 - billion in total debt would give the province more room to deal with the next recession — especially in an era of economic uncertainty and rising interest rates.

Such risks, uncertainties and other factors include, without limitation: (1) the effect of economic conditions in the industries and markets in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate in the U.S. and globally and any changes therein, including financial market conditions, fluctuations in commodity prices, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates, levels of end market demand in construction and in both the commercial and defense segments of the aerospace industry, levels of air travel, financial condition of commercial airlines, the impact of weather conditions and natural disasters and the financial condition of our customers and suppliers; (2) challenges in the development, production, delivery, support, performance and realization of the anticipated benefits of advanced technologies and new products and services; (3) the scope, nature, impact or timing of acquisition and divestiture or restructuring activity, including the pending acquisition of Rockwell Collins, including among other things integration of acquired businesses into United Technologies» existing businesses and realization of synergies and opportunities for growth and innovation; (4) future timing and levels of indebtedness, including indebtedness expected to be incurred by United Technologies in connection with the pending Rockwell Collins acquisition, and capital spending and research and development spending, including in connection with the pending Rockwell Collins acquisition; (5) future availability of credit and factors that may affect such availability, including credit market conditions and our capital structure; (6) the timing and scope of future repurchases of United Technologies» common stock, which may be suspended at any time due to various factors, including market conditions and the level of other investing activities and uses of cash, including in connection with the proposed acquisition of Rockwell; (7) delays and disruption in delivery of materials and services from suppliers; (8) company and customer - directed cost reduction efforts and restructuring costs and savings and other consequences thereof; (9) new business and investment opportunities; (10) our ability to realize the intended benefits of organizational changes; (11) the anticipated benefits of diversification and balance of operations across product lines, regions and industries; (12) the outcome of legal proceedings, investigations and other contingencies; (13) pension plan assumptions and future contributions; (14) the impact of the negotiation of collective bargaining agreements and labor disputes; (15) the effect of changes in political conditions in the U.S. and other countries in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate, including the effect of changes in U.S. trade policies or the U.K.'s pending withdrawal from the EU, on general market conditions, global trade policies and currency exchange rates in the near term and beyond; (16) the effect of changes in tax (including U.S. tax reform enacted on December 22, 2017, which is commonly referred to as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017), environmental, regulatory (including among other things import / export) and other laws and regulations in the U.S. and other countries in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate; (17) the ability of United Technologies and Rockwell Collins to receive the required regulatory approvals (and the risk that such approvals may result in the imposition of conditions that could adversely affect the combined company or the expected benefits of the merger) and to satisfy the other conditions to the closing of the pending acquisition on a timely basis or at all; (18) the occurrence of events that may give rise to a right of one or both of United Technologies or Rockwell Collins to terminate the merger agreement, including in circumstances that might require Rockwell Collins to pay a termination fee of $ 695 million to United Technologies or $ 50 million of expense reimbursement; (19) negative effects of the announcement or the completion of the merger on the market price of United Technologies» and / or Rockwell Collins» common stock and / or on their respective financial performance; (20) risks related to Rockwell Collins and United Technologies being restricted in their operation of their businesses while the merger agreement is in effect; (21) risks relating to the value of the United Technologies» shares to be issued in connection with the pending Rockwell acquisition, significant merger costs and / or unknown liabilities; (22) risks associated with third party contracts containing consent and / or other provisions that may be triggered by the Rockwell merger agreement; (23) risks associated with merger - related litigation or appraisal proceedings; and (24) the ability of United Technologies and Rockwell Collins, or the combined company, to retain and hire key personnel.

Singapore's sovereign wealth fund GIC, among the world's biggest investors, said it was turning cautious and expected returns to slow over the next decade, given high valuations, uncertainty over monetary policy and modest economic growth.

So in periods of economic uncertainty — like right now — companies choose to give cash to shareholders instead.

The reintegration program would need at least $ 50 million to $ 75 million, which will be tough given the global economic picture and the uncertainty about the program's effectiveness.

«Given the uncertainty surrounding the measurement of economic slack, the true amount may be larger than estimated, which could slow down the emergence of price pressures,» Draghi told a regular committee hearing.

Given these positive surprises, and because monetary policy must be forward - looking to achieve our inflation target, Governing Council's discussions focused on three main issues: first, the extent to which recent strength is signalling stronger economic momentum in Canada and globally; second, how heightened levels of uncertainty, particularly about US tax and trade policies, should be incorporated in our outlook; and third, how much excess capacity the economy currently has, and the growth rate of potential output going forward.

We expect the Fed to raise rates just once this year — likely in December — and to proceed cautiously given the unevenness of the domestic economic recovery, as highlighted by weak retail sales data released last week, and global growth uncertainties.

Given recent economic developments (which suggest there will be no surplus this year) and global uncertainties, together with a commitment by all three major political parties to balanced budgets and no tax increases (other than the NDP), it would be fiscally imprudent for any political party to make new major election «promises» in the coming months without indicating how they would be financed.

«Balancing the budget for a fourth year in a row --- while other provinces grapple with debt, deficits, and economic uncertainty — is an accomplishment that gives the business community reassurance that B.C. is on the correct course,» said Iain Black, President and CEO of The Vancouver Board of Trade.

It is fully expected that the Government will set a lower rate for 2012 than recommended by the CEIFB, given the current economic uncertainty.

However, given the uncertainties caused by the financial crisis, the Harper Government introduced the «risk adjustment factor» in its October 2010 Update of Economic and Fiscal Projections, whereby the average of the private sector economic forecasts for nominal GDP was adjusted downwards for fiscal planning pEconomic and Fiscal Projections, whereby the average of the private sector economic forecasts for nominal GDP was adjusted downwards for fiscal planning peconomic forecasts for nominal GDP was adjusted downwards for fiscal planning purposes.

They're baby steps, though, given the sluggish pace of economic growth and the uncertainty around Donald Trump's plans.

Prices move inversely proportional to shifts in economic uncertainty so that expected returns remain essentially the same for a given level of risk.

We have not included the April 2015 Budget / Parliamentary Budget Officer's forecasts of the surplus over the next four years, given the uncertainties with respect to the current economic environment.

This uncertainty should gradually decline — for better or for worse — over the coming months, as the sequester's impact takes hold and more economic data come in, giving us a clearer picture of the forward momentum of the economy.

Any estimate of the economic costs of protectionist measures, let alone trade wars, is subject to uncertainty given the complexity of global supply chains.

This may be reasonable, but given the substantial downside uncertainties with respect to NAFTA, Brexit, the U.S. tax cuts and the economic and fiscal outlook for the U.S. economy, we would have preferred an increasing contingency reserve over the medium term.

Given AI's growing pervasiveness and uncertainty around its economic impact, how can companies embrace this paradigm shift to scale their business and add value?

Given the uncertainty of the EU referendum and dire warnings about the possible economic impacts of Brexit, it is surprising the government deprived itself of the opportunity to direct more resources to the most vulnerable to protect them from the fall - out.

The news conference will come at an action - packed time for the President, just days after he helped launch direct Middle East peace talks and gave a prime - time Oval Office address on the end of combat operations in Iraq, as well as falling less than two months before a critical midterm election where Democrats» majorities in the House and Senate are on the ropes largely because of the nation's economic uncertainty.

Selecting from options such as healthcare, manufacturing, technology and the financial sector is no easy challenge, especially given the increasing economic uncertainty and fluctuating nature of most market sectors.

«Given the uncertainty surrounding the amount of economic slack, the Bank of Canada should maintain its current policy stance for the time being.

Even with the economic uncertainty, Americans gave $ 290.89 billion in 2010, according to research statistics from the Giving USA Foundation, an increase of $ 3.8 % from 2009.

Given the considerable uncertainty surrounding the outlook, any further reduction of monetary stimulus would have to be weighed carefully against domestic and global economic developments.

But given recent fluctuations in financial markets and economic uncertainty....

Hemali Bhuta: Artists thrive on the idea of uncertainty, give it environmental, political, social, economic in the hope of this utopia but what if we reach the state of certainty, then would we look back and find ways of addressing the uncertainties of the past or we shall start painting beautiful landscapes?

Thus (for example) goals to enhance economic growth and reduce poverty should sit alongside environmental considerations in any research funding strategy, and as I've noted emphasis should be given to reducing the uncertainty rather than simply projecting the extremes of it forward for little useful purpose (a high volume of current research in climate science).

«Given this uncertainty [over the environmental and economic effects of CO2 emissions], and the historic failure of central planning to do anything other than undermine economic welfare, the editor, Colin Robinson, one of the country's leading energy economists, argues that it is prudent to proceed with caution.

«But integrated assessment modelers never model feedback between the amount of climate change and economic growth,» write the authors, «and would have an extremely difficult time doing so if they tried,» given the uncertainty of climate impacts.

Originally intending to paint the collectors amidst the trash, Muniz quickly found that — in spite of unsanitary conditions, low pay, and economic uncertainty created by continuous efforts to close the landfill — people living and working in Jardim Gramacho were unwilling to give up their homes.

Tom Broughton, Group Brand Director of the Lloyds Bank National Business Awards said: «Given the economic uncertainty over the past year, it is inspiring more than ever to see British businesses prosper.

While the majority of small business owners believe their enterprise will grow in the new year, 50 percent say economic uncertainty continues to give them pause, and 30 percent say the health of the economy as a whole is a significant worry.

With Brexit on the horizon, as well as other economic uncertainties impacting business confidence, using employees on zero hours contracts gives firms the flexibility to manage fluctuating demand.

There are lots of strong personalities in the market and it's a very challenging industry for both Owners and Operators to be consistently successful in, particularly given we are in a time of so much uncertainty arising out of political, economic and security issues, which naturally affects tourism.

However, questions linger over how significant a milestone this is, given uncertainty over how many of these transactions are bona fide economic activities.

That ranking reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics demonstrates the state's commitment to impacting and changing lives, and gives those entering this field at a time of economic uncertainty a measure of promise currently not available in many other careers.

While some investors may take a wait - and - see approach to betting their money on U.S. commercial real estate assets in the short term given the uncertainty surrounding U.S. economic policy under the new President Elect, «capital formation globally continues to grow and increase allocations to real estate,» according to Byron Carlock, real estate practice leader with consulting firm PwC, who is currently in London for an investment conference.