Sentences with phrase «in bolstering the economy»

In what might be his final years as chairman of the Federal Reserve, Ben S. Bernanke is transforming the U.S. central bank, seeking to shed its reclusive habits and make it a constant presence in bolstering the economy.

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A review of a U.S. Small Business Administration initiative shows that support provided to entrepreneurs in regional groupings bolstered local economies.

At that point, interest payments would absorb more than $ 1 in $ 5 of federal revenue, crippling the government's capacity to bolster the economy, and constraining the private sector too.

Tuesday's data on consumer confidence and new home sales, both stronger in April, bolstered the case the economy will continue to grow in the coming quarters.

«By acting early and comprehensively, the MPC can reduce uncertainty, bolster confidence, blunt the slowdown and support the necessary adjustments in the UK economy,» he told a news conference.

Mired in a world of low growth, low inflation and low interest rates, officials from the Federal Reserve, Bank of Japan and the European Central Bank said their efforts to bolster the economy through monetary policy may falter unless elected leaders stepped forward with bold measures.

The U.S. trade deficit, meanwhile, narrowed sharply in March as exports increased to a record high amid a surge in deliveries of commercial aircraft and soybeans, bolstering the economy's outlook heading into the second quarter.

Bolstered by an improved economy, the financial planning, advice, and investment industry saw an 11 percent increase in sales in 2010, according Sageworks.

She made clear at the committee's hearing last week that she's prepared to support the Fed's extraordinary efforts to bolster the economy until there are clear signs of a sustained rebound and further improvement in the job market.

Our diverse economy multiplies our strengths and bolsters our ability to weather inevitable downturns in our interconnected world economy.

«This is the largest sale in U.S. history, and it will create jobs and bolster our state and national economy.

In its coverage of the news that U.S. output topped 10 million barrels, the Financial Times put it best, writing that American frackers have «boosted the U.S. economy, creating tens of thousands of jobs, bolstered its energy security, created new international relationships and given Washington new freedom to use sanctions as a tool for strategic influence.»

Gold advanced the most in more than two weeks amid speculation that China, the world's biggest consumer, will take more measures to bolster the economy, boosting demand for the precious metal as a store of value.

WASHINGTON The U.S. trade deficit narrowed sharply in March as exports increased to a record high amid a surge in deliveries of commercial aircraft and soybeans, bolstering the economy's outlook heading into the second quarter.

Asia Under Pressure to Bolster Growth Amid Regional Export Slump: Economy An Asian export slump exacerbated by Europe's sovereign - debt crisis and an uneven recovery in the U.S. is putting pressure on policy makers to pledge stimulus measures to boost growth.

However, a survey of German consumers, who have made a significant contribution to driving growth in Europe's largest economy, came in higher than consensus expectations during February, as the country's tight labor market bolstered confidence.

BEIJING — China's foreign exchange reserves rose slightly in March as broad U.S. dollar weakness continued and escalating trade tensions between the world's two largest economies bolstered expectations of a firmer Chinese currency.

In order to bolster the US housing market and the overall economy, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac became the primary buyers in the secondary markeIn order to bolster the US housing market and the overall economy, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac became the primary buyers in the secondary markein the secondary market.

Yesterday in a letter to Minister Morneau, John Manley, President and CEO of the Business Council, urged the government to take decisive action now to bolster private - sector confidence in the Canadian economy, discourage capital flight and increase incentives for new business investment.

A recovery in advanced economies may help President Benigno Aquino achieve his goal of bolstering growth to as much as 8.5 per cent by 2016 as he transforms the country into a manufacturing hub.

This is the largest sale in U.S. history, and it will create jobs and bolster our state and national economy,» said Senator John Kennedy.

The New Years Eve Potato Drop The Idaho New Year's Eve Commission was established to create an annual New Year's Eve event in Boise that would bolster the local economy and demonstrate pride for one of Idaho's most important agricultural products, the Idaho ® potato.

They focus both on improving and expanding the nation's nutrition programs, and bolstering the economy and strengthening supports for working families in order to move more out of poverty, the root cause of hunger in this country.

George Osborne is under pressure to unveil a new plan to bolster the flagging economy in next month's Budget, although Ed Miliband's announcement of a new 10p rate of income tax may have stolen one of his more tempting proposals.

The main objectives of that gateway are to link outdoor recreation in the Adirondack Park, bolster tourism and strengthen the North Country's economy.

Energy and climate change secretary Chris Huhne has revealed plans to «insulate the economy» in an attempt to bolster the economy and save the environment.

It states, in part, «Creating a sustainable regional food system that meets [the $ 1 billion] demand and offers equal access to nutritious food will improve public health, bolster the city's «good food» economy, build resilience in the wake of extreme weather events and reduce the city's «foodprint» as a way to mitigate the impacts of climate change.»

At a time when New York's unemployment rate is higher than the national average, Empire State is supposed to play an important role in helping the administration bolster the state's economy.

This comes as part of the larger Applied Sciences NYC initiative, which aims to increase performance of fields like data science in the city, as well as bolster the city's economy.

With Germany refusing to use the European Central Bank (ECB) to intervene, the IMF provides the only vehicle to bolster market confidence and liquidity in stricken European economies.

These initiatives will bolster our national economy in the long - term, providing the country with a more highly - skilled work force that can compete in the global job market.

Sen. Charles Schumer (D - NY) says adding these diplomas would help increase graduation rates in New York state as well as bolster the economy.

Congresswoman Nita Lowey said, «The New NY Bridge is a blueprint for smart investments in critical infrastructure to bolster our economy, safety, and quality of life.

«I remain focused, as I always have, on fighting for central New York's priorities in Congress — working to grow our local economy and strengthen infrastructure, bolstering national security to keep our country safe and addressing the heroin and synthetic drug epidemic devastating our community,» he said.

Ramping up solar power in our communities will lower energy costs for homeowners and bolster our clean - energy economy.»

The rest of the COMPETES bill would severely lower authorized funding levels for the social and behavioral sciences, geosciences, and international activities at NSF — cuts that are in line with the committee's ideological stance that they play small roles in fostering innovation, bolstering the U.S. economy, and defending the nation against attack.

His sharp words created the only buzz in an otherwise routine hearing about how federal support for science can bolster the U.S. economy.

After graduation they use their knowledge to bolster the U.S. economy, improve public health, protect the nation from its enemies, and maintain U.S. global leadership in science.

A slowing economy in China — a major purchaser of Indonesia's commodities — has been a blow to Indonesia's own economy, and Jokowi has spent a considerable amount of time and diplomatic effort trying to bolster it.

«We are proud of every one of the partners and stakeholders — from forest managers to Gevo and Alaska Airlines — who have laid the foundations for a renewable fuel economy that will keep skies clear and healthy with the potential to bolster economically challenged timber - based rural communities in our region.»

This project will create thousands of good paying jobs, bolster the economy, and relieve traffic congestion in Northern Virginia,» said Secretary LaHood.

And since an automaker is worried more about overall fuel economy — so it can help bolster its corporate fuel economy average — than outright electric range, the gas engine kicks in as soon as the heater is turned on.

«Offering impressive fuel economy and the same affordability and practical appeal of the Mirage hatchback in the form of a 4 - door sedan, the Mirage G4 has bolstered the Mirage lineup.»

One of the big improvements that came in the 2014 redesign of the Forester was bolstered fuel economy.

Fourth gear in the Tremec is a direct 1:1 drive, and the top three gears are overdrive, bolstering the Stingray's fuel - economy numbers.

Its success is crucial as GM works to bolster Chevy's image and draw in younger buyers who seek the utility and fuel economy that small crossovers offer and are more open to switching brands than their parents were.

City fuel economy offered is GM - estimated at 22 mpg (FWD) and is bolstered with Stop / Start technology, which enhances efficiency in stop - and - go driving.

City fuel economy offered is GM - estimated at 22 mpg (FWD) and is bolstered by GMC's first application of Stop / Start technology, which enhances efficiency in stop - and - go driving.

We describe the shock of Sudden Retirement Syndrome or SRS, which afflicts many in this economy, with corporate employers quick to resort to layoffs to bolster shaky bottom lines.

President Barack Obama stated last week that combat troops in Iraq would all by pulled out by the end of December, which will surely bring a huge reduction in Department of Defense spending and could bolster the economy.