Sentences with phrase «much smaller economies»

As a result, the Vanguard Total World Stock ETF (VT) allocates just 2.5 % to China — considerably less that than the share allotted to much smaller economies such as Canada, Switzerland and France.

Weighted by a country's GDP, the index ensures countries such as China and the US have a greater influence than much smaller economies such as Jersey and Malta.

Not exact matches

The London - based National Institute of Economic and Social Research, a non-partisan think - tank, said in May that the economy of a European Union — free U.K. could be as much as 3.2 % smaller by 2030.

Recent studies have shown that more than half of America's 27 million small businesses still don't accept credit cards, which is very surprising when you consider how much they're worth to the economy.

But cryptocurrencies are a much smaller part of the global economy, whether you compare it to US GDP or global GDP, it's less than one percent of global GDP.

Traditionally, optimism among small business owners is much higher — this is why they became entrepreneurs in the first place — so if we stay at about 50/50, we're not likely going to see significant change in the small business economy.

It's a word that, here, does not so much connote an actual small - business owner as a feeling — an image of the young worker in the 21st - century gig economy who DJs on the weekends and, while almost certainly doing underpaid and entirely precarious labour, has earned the right to work from her local coffee shop in the slouchy drop - shoulder crewneck of her choice.

Though much of the economy is doing very well, with 2014 being the best year for U.S. job gains since 1999, and stock markets at record highs, most small businesses and employees are not feeling it.

That's a downward revision of 0.1 percent, smaller than the 0.3 percent average adjustment over the past decade and much too small to change our understanding of how the economy as a whole is doing.

«While we are pleased the industry continues growing at faster rates than other sectors of the economy, we could be growing much faster, creating more new jobs and businesses, if Washington addressed the tax, spending and regulatory uncertainty plaguing the small business community in a meaningful way,» said IFA President & CEO Steve Caldeira.

It's actually significantly more risky compared to index investing, because dividend companies are a much smaller share of the total global economy compared to the broader indices.

The increase in hiring by small businesses is an encouraging sign for the economy amid estimates that the 16 - day government shutdown could have sliced off as much as 0.6 percentage point from fourth quarter gross domestic product (GDP) growth.

I have ignored reasons that might justify lower discount rates or higher GDP adjustments for China mainly because the purpose of this essay is to explain why the U.S. multiple is so much higher than China's, and of course these reasons exist, but I think whatever the correct ratio should be, there is no question that advanced economies always justify higher multiples than developing economies because they tend to be economically more diversified and politically more stable, and they usually have institutions, including clearer legal and regulatory frameworks, more sophisticated capital allocation processes, less rigid financial systems, and smaller state sectors (which make smooth adjustment, one of the most valuable and undervalued components of long - term growth, more likely).

Unlike export - based economies such as Canada or Germany, the U.S. export sector is much too small in relation to the size of the economy to single handedly carry the burden for growth.

Gaebler lauded the law's language allowing the SBA to raise its loan guarantee from current levels to as much as 90 percent for some loans, but said «this latest, new rule negates some of those provisions and... doesn't offer much respect to the small business economy, especially when you consider the big role that small business plays in an economic recovery.»

Borrowing by small businesses is seen as a harbinger for the broader economy because they account for as much as 80 percent of new hiring.

Yet governments in Canada continue to protect this small segment — less than one - half of one per cent of Canada's economy — even though the system significantly, and adversely, affects much larger parts of the economy.

By comparison, flows between, or from, emerging economies were much smaller.

When the economy is perceived to hang in the balance there is too much at stake in the eyes of the public, and the smaller parties get squeezed.

In reality, the very reliance of small countries on trade, much vaunted by Price, leaves them particularly vulnerable to downturns in the global economy.

It is our reckoning that the militarized approach adopted by His Excellency President Akufo Addo towards small scale mining leaves much to be desired of, considering the fact that small scale miners are hardworking citizens of Ghana whose contribution to the national economy can not be underestimated.

The contributory element of the welfare system has been eroded in Britain and is much smaller than in most European economies.

«I think we need to cut the soundbites and really talk more about small business, about entrepreneurialism, about people's aspirations there, because... the general election will be very much about the economy and as a party we need to get onto the front - foot talking about how we can support some small businesses, not least because they are the backbone of the return to the successful economy.»

He said: «There are much bigger issues in the economy when you look at the parliament as a whole, and that is actually one of the comparatively small ones — and David Cameron in his statement mentioned compromise.»

But he added: «There are much bigger issues in the economy looking at parliament as a whole and that [# 6bn of cuts] is one of the comapratively smaller ones.

Small Steps Make a Giant Leap The Augustine commission's report ignited a mighty political fight, culminating in the decision to delegate much of the task of launching astronauts into orbit to private companies [see «Jump - Starting the Orbital Economy,» by David H. Freedman; Scientific American, December 2010].

A small documentary that didn't make much of a splash but resonated loudly as presidential election looms near and the economy seems to be hurting the working class and protecting CEO's and politicians who swore to protect us.

As such, I can't help wondering just how much better the Mariner's fuel economy would be if it were a tad smaller, a tad lighter, and less of a brick in the wind tunnel.

To put it in perspective, the A7 diesel gets much better highway fuel economy than the much smaller Volkswagen GTI, which has a turbocharged, 2.0 - liter gasoline four - cylinder, and it's almost on par with a four - cylinder Honda Accord.

The smaller engines do not have very much power but are excellent for commuting around town because of the fuel economy.

That said, the smaller engine will mean better fuel economy and at 17.84 kmpl, the A4 is certainly much more efficient than the rest.

Sales pitch aside, this 1987 version of Chrysler's pioneer economy car looks much like its forebears — small, square and utilitarian — but with a decent level of trim, especially when fitted with one of those discounted option packages.

Though its pluses include roomy and refined interior, good fuel economy, smooth and comfortable ride, nice infotainment features and a huge trunk, other small sedans offer as much, if not more.

And although the Honda's fuel economy ratings are strong, they're actually not that much higher than some non-hybrid small hatchbacks that are more practical, better equipped and usually more refined.

The Mazda CX - 5 matches the Rogue for economy, is the sportiest vehicle in the class and most fun to drive among this group other than the much smaller Minis.

Advantages of small displacement: large - engine performance, but with the size, weight and fuel economy of a much smaller unit.

Ford's previous generation Fusion Hybrid also used a 2.5, but the company says smaller is better for weight savings, awhile offering nearly as much power and improved economy due to its advanced tuning and design.

[9][12] The overall or composite fuel economy rating combining electricity and gasoline powered are displayed in the Monroney label in a much smaller type, and as part of the comparison of the Volt's fuel economy among all vehicles and within compact cars.

With a bottom - line base price of less than $ 25,000, the GTI doesn't cost all that much more than economy - minded small hatchbacks, yet it offers a sportier, more exclusive look — as well as a good list of standard features and a more athletic driving feel.This model sets itself apart with affordable performance, great steering and handling, Athletic, responsive driving feel, impressive fuel economy, straightforward, practical, and spacious interior layout, and excellent DSG transmission

While fuel economy has never been one of the Range Rover's strong points, the newest model is much more efficient than before thanks to smaller engines and the widespread use of weight - saving aluminum in its construction.

Nissan's recipe for the Pulsar is pretty much simple and includes an instantly recognizable design with styling cues borrowed from the Qashqai, small, turbocharged engine that deliver decent power and return attractive fuel economy, and a price tag that's likely to put the hatchback below most of its competitors.

Those looking for a small car with good fuel economy, excellent reliability ratings and a spacious rear seat will find much to like in the 35 - mpg Honda Fit.

After testing a bumper crop of expensive cars lately from Saab, BMW and Volvo, I had nearly forgotten what it's like to ride in the economy class.The 1998 Chevrolet Metro sedan has just given me a crude reminder.This small sedan - a staple of airport rental car fleets - isn't a bad car, but the low sticker price means you don't get much in the way of refinement or accessories.Forget about cruise control, power windows, mirrors and door locks.

Boasting the fuel economy of a much smaller car with the spaciousness and comfort of a mid-sized sedan, Hyundai's Sonata Hybrid, as expected from the highly regarded manufacturer, also boasts a strong value proposition.

However, the smaller standard engine under the hood of the 2017 Ram 1500 achieves much better fuel economy ratings, making it the better value for those who have more distance to cover.

Three of the last four times small - caps outperformed by this much, the economy grew faster the next year and stocks stayed in a bull market for another year or more, based on data from the past 34 years.

To «solve» a smaller problem, a dud economy, create a much larger problem...

The economy is strong, but it wouldn't take much to send us into another strong correction or even a small recession.

So, from a macroeconomic perspective, the market is making an active bet on Apple today, relative to the much smaller current macroeconomic footprint that it occupies in the U.S. and global economy.»

You have a great blog and are clearly very bright and above many of your peers in the finance industry.As you know, when the market goes down, it pretty much takes everything down with it and small caps have been hit even harder.Everyone feels dumb when the prices of their stocks decline and feels smart and vindicated when prices turnaround and shoot up.We are living in challenging times and the macro is likely to affect future stockmarket performance affecting 80 % of all stocks for a long time to come.Stocks as part ownership of businesses are affected by the global economy.In the meantime, most stock prices have been gyrating based more on Mr Market's emotions of how various economies will emerge than anything else.