Sentences with phrase «substantial potential for»

Other countries with substantial potential for increasing production are Canada, largely because of its tar sands, and Kazakhstan, which is still developing its oil resources.

While a great deal of attention is paid to the impacts of the energy sector on climate, there is a substantial potential for impacts going the other way as well.

One recent Nature study, however, found there was substantial potential for sugarcane biofuel to expand in Brazil over the coming decades, while also protecting forests under conservation and accounting for increases in food and animal feed production.

«As the world gets more connected and aviation grows, there may be substantial potential for cascading effects, economic and otherwise.»

«As the world gets more connected and aviation grows, there may be substantial potential for cascading effects, economic and otherwise.»

As usual, I don't place too much emphasis on this sort of forecast, but to the extent that I make any comments at all about the outlook for 2006, the bottom line is this: 1) we can't rule out modest potential for stock appreciation, which would require the maintenance or expansion of already high price / peak earnings multiples; 2) we also should recognize an uncomfortably large potential for market losses, particularly given that the current bull market has now outlived the median and average bull, yet at higher valuations than most bulls have achieved, a flat yield curve with rising interest rate pressures, an extended period of internal divergence as measured by breadth and other market action, and complacency at best and excessive bullishness at worst, as measured by various sentiment indicators; 3) there is a moderate but still not compelling risk of an oncoming recession, which would become more of a factor if we observe a substantial widening of credit spreads and weakness in the ISM Purchasing Managers Index in the months ahead, and; 4) there remains substantial potential for U.S. dollar weakness coupled with «unexpectedly» persistent inflation pressures, particularly if we do observe economic weakness.

Not exact matches

A number of high priority targets with strong potential for discovery were identified, including at least 30 known gossan outcrops with similarities to the original gossans above the known lodes at Bawdwin and at least 30 shallow historical mine adits outside the known mine area, with several containing substantial base metal sulphide intersections.

«Our proposal provides Qualcomm stockholders with a substantial and immediate premium in cash for their shares, as well as the opportunity to participate in the upside potential of the combined company,» Hock Tan, Broadcom's CEO, said in a statement.

Selling equity in a business only makes sense for a business if there's a potential to generate substantial income on the investors» money.

«While MBA represent a substantial cost for professionals, their impact on one's earning potential and career is undeniable,» Thomas Drewry, one of Emolument's co-founders said.

Both boards have identified «substantial opportunities for cost synergies, which support significant potential shareholder value creation», adding that there would be «additional revenue growth» opportunities too.

Substantial potential continues to exist for this asset class.

Where these balance sheet improvements are most advanced, future financial distress will look more like what we typically see in instances of financial stress in the major economies — substantial asset price volatility and the potential for substantial financial losses, but less in the way of a significant disruption to either short - run or long - run real economic growth.

Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: our ability to achieve our financial, strategic and operational plans or initiatives; our ability to predict and manage medical costs and price effectively and develop and maintain good relationships with physicians, hospitals and other health care providers; the impact of modifications to our operations and processes; our ability to identify potential strategic acquisitions or transactions and realize the expected benefits of such transactions, including with respect to the Merger; the substantial level of government regulation over our business and the potential effects of new laws or regulations or changes in existing laws or regulations; the outcome of litigation, regulatory audits, investigations, actions and / or guaranty fund assessments; uncertainties surrounding participation in government - sponsored programs such as Medicare; the effectiveness and security of our information technology and other business systems; unfavorable industry, economic or political conditions, including foreign currency movements; acts of war, terrorism, natural disasters or pandemics; our ability to obtain shareholder or regulatory approvals required for the Merger or the requirement to accept conditions that could reduce the anticipated benefits of the Merger as a condition to obtaining regulatory approvals; a longer time than anticipated to consummate the proposed Merger; problems regarding the successful integration of the businesses of Express Scripts and Cigna; unexpected costs regarding the proposed Merger; diversion of management's attention from ongoing business operations and opportunities during the pendency of the Merger; potential litigation associated with the proposed Merger; the ability to retain key personnel; the availability of financing, including relating to the proposed Merger; effects on the businesses as a result of uncertainty surrounding the proposed Merger; as well as more specific risks and uncertainties discussed in our most recent report on Form 10 - K and subsequent reports on Forms 10 - Q and 8 - K available on the Investor Relations section of www.cigna.com as well as on Express Scripts» most recent report on Form 10 - K and subsequent reports on Forms 10 - Q and 8 - K available on the Investor Relations section of www.express-scripts.com.

That may seem like a substantial sum of money to save for a distant goal like retirement, but the benefits like a potential federal income tax deduction if you're eligible and tax - deferred or tax - free growth may make saving for retirement seem a little easier.

«Our proposal would provide Teva stockholders with very attractive strategic and financial benefits and Mylan stockholders with a substantial premium and immediate value for their shares, as well as the opportunity to participate in the significant upside potential of the combined company — one that would transform the global generics space and leverage it to hold a unique leadership position in the pharmaceutical industry.

For example, research and development projects are risky because the product created is not guaranteed to be successful; however, if it is successful, the potential payoff could be substantial.

For potential targets, offer prices also are attractive, often reflecting a substantial premium to the price they could command in domestic markets.

All of this doesn't even begin to account for the potential for higher taxes to service and repay the substantial run up in federal debt that has taken place already and that is planned for the future.

This allows Deutsche Börse to support new companies with a true potential for a substantial impact on growth in both Germany and Europe.

So, assuming that Comey didn't lose any substantial portion of the $ 11 million he had in 2013 — though he did reportedly take a $ 500,000 loss on the sale of his Connecticut home last year — his payout from Bridgewater Associates and his advance on «A Higher Loyalty: Truth, Lies, and Leadership» alone would put his net worth at around $ 15.5 million with the potential to increase that even more if his book stays atop the best - seller list for long.

It has the potential to achieve substantial earnings for its traders.

As of December 31, 2016, the Company had identified more than 7,000 potential short - lateral - equivalent drilling locations in the Wolfcamp formation that are expected to provide substantial opportunity for Anadarko's future activity in the basin.

While there is a substantial body of writing — including a fine website — on the working of the Progetto, we believe that this book offers the first English language commentary on its potential for other cultures.

There is potential for other crops, livestock and aquaculture to have success in Guyana, GMC says, so it has been providing «substantial amounts of resources» to ensure farmers have the necessary infrastructure, technical assistance, training and skills to venture into new opportunities in agriculture.

The FABI Awards recognize food and beverage products that stand out for taste, creativity and profit potential and will make a substantial impact in the restaurant industry.

If it did, there is the potential for pro-competitive conduct by firms with substantial market power to be deterred, with consequentially reduced gains in efficiency and productivity and hence economic welfare.

«And for many people, the core immigration question — and one which I fully accept is a substantial issue - is immigration from non-European countries, especially when from different cultures in which assimilation and potential security threats can be an issue.

Hughes maxed out ($ 5,200 — $ 2,600 each for primary and general) to Eldridge's committee, but so far, the wealthy couple has not put a substantial amount of cash behind this endeavor — something that generally occurs in the form of a loan with potential self - funders.

The development was particularly frustrating for Mr Clegg, given that he had managed to face down a more substantial potential rebellion yesterday which could have seen the party actually oppose the bill.

With President - elect Donald Trump and a newly empowered, Republican - dominated Congress soon taking control of the federal budget, the potential for substantial cuts in domestic spending poses gargantuan challenges for New York state and city budgets.

The potential for substantial cuts in domestic spending poses gargantuan challenges for the state budget and budgets of local government entities throughout the state.

«What is noteworthy, at this point, is that de Blasio has a substantial lead over a crowded field of potential Democratic opponents, and he has an impressive 57 % re-elect score among Democrats,» says Dr. Lee M. Miringoff, Director of The Marist College Institute for Public Opinion.

One potential recommendation for saving substantial tax dollars could be the creation of a county - wide municipal government.

«We would be very concerned indeed if this proposal goes ahead without significant consultation since the additional burdens for self - employed people both in terms of administration and potential costs will almost certainly be substantial enough to discourage entrepreneurship altogether.

In his resignation letter, Mr. Meguin chastised the town for an ethics code that was «poorly drafted and requires substantial revision in several areas, particularly dual employment, gifts and the disclosure of other potential conflicts of interest.»

The important figures for the Conservatives next year will be firstly the voting intention figures — the Conservatives need a substantial lead to have any chance whatsover of forming a government and if David Cameron wants to keep the support of his party he needs to show he has the potential to deliver.

The agency recently drew criticism for failing to flag potential conflicts of interest in Percoco's financial disclosure form, including substantial payments he reported from the Syracuse - area firm COR Development while on leave from the government.

Reductions in biodiversity from illegal wildlife trade can have other substantial negative human health impacts, including the loss of potential sources of pharmaceuticals, experimental models for studying disease, crop pollination and micronutrients for humans lacking alternative sources of protein.

«With all the fervor around the potential for big data, it's critical to keep in mind the substantial differences across databases in content, coding systems and practices, duration of available medical history and follow - up time, quality of outcome information, and clinical practice patterns.»

«While some characteristics of eczema in children are the same as in adults, our study showed substantial differences that are important for understanding eczema in children and developing tailored treatments that maximize effectiveness and minimize potential side effects.»

The program's being school - based and run by volunteers gives it the potential of affecting a large number of children equitably without the need for substantial resources.»

Emissions cuts offer «greatest potential for substantial, simultaneous improvements in local air quality and near - term mitigation.»

The lack of an optimal management strategy has led to substantial variation in the care for this vulnerable population, unnecessarily exposing many infants to potential harm.

Teachers rated «ineffective» are dismissed; those whose performance is rated as «minimally effective» have one year to improve; and teachers who are rated «highly effective» receive large bonuses and the potential for substantial increases in base pay.

Due to substantial increases in well drilling, potential for air and water pollution posing a health threat has been a concern for nearby residents.

He said: «Given that a year's course of low - dose MTX costs around # 30, the potential to repurpose MTX could provide thousands of patients with a much needed treatment option and also generate substantial savings for health care systems.

This indicates that the innovation potential has been substantial for fungicides with new modes of action and excellent performance, not least because some of the older groups have suffered from an erosion of efficacy against some important pathogens due to the emergence of resistance [see also FRAC 2007 (1)-RSB-.

«Repurposing MTX has the potential to provide a new, molecularly targeted treatment for MPN patients within a budget accessible to healthcare systems throughout the world — a development that may ultimately provide substantial clinical and health economic benefits.»

Late last week, FDA worked with the United States Attorney to ask a court to seize the components of a product that involved the use of vaccinia virus vaccine as part of a purported treatment for cancer that FDA believes created the potential for substantial risks to patients.