Agents in our province are already faced
with economic uncertainty as we progress through another economic downturn.
Even
with economic uncertainty, the technology sector remains a steady source of job growth; the New York Times reports that e-commerce jobs alone account for a major boom in employment as innovative, technology - disruptive companies develop, sell, and implement new e-commerce technology solutions.
The survey revealed that, with high levels of employment coupled
with economic uncertainty resulting from Brexit and globalisation, effective talent management in attracting, retaining and developing the best employees is needed now more than ever.
Everyone appreciates recognition for a job well done, and
with economic uncertainty the new norm, the opportunity to come back for future projects if they perform well, can add layer of comfort and security which may mean they choose to take your project over another.
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.
No lifestyle inflation will help you keep up
with economic uncertainty for sure.
It's difficult enough dealing
with economic uncertainty when you're working, and even worse when you're on a fixed income.
If you think it's difficult dealing
with economic uncertainty when you're working, imagine doing so when you're on a fixed income.
It's difficult enough dealing
with economic uncertainty when you're working, and even more so when you're on a fixed income.
Competition for job vacancies is also likely to be increased in the coming months
with the economic uncertainty caused by the recent Brexit vote for the UK leaving the EU.
But speaking at a Westminster press conference today, Cameron said: «Cancelling the spending review is nothing to do
with economic uncertainty and everything to do with political manoeuvring.
Penegor noted that there is a large difference between the cost of food at home and food away from home, and when you combine that
with economic uncertainty, people are less likely to eat out.
This has a little bit to do
with economic uncertainties, but even more to do with the rise of the internet and new media.
Not exact matches
Skirmishes
with the debt limit have led to
economic uncertainty and damage in the past.
Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those reflected in such forward - looking statements and that should be considered in evaluating our outlook include, but are not limited to, the following: 1) our ability to continue to grow our business and execute our growth strategy, including the timing, execution, and profitability of new and maturing programs; 2) our ability to perform our obligations under our new and maturing commercial, business aircraft, and military development programs, and the related recurring production; 3) our ability to accurately estimate and manage performance, cost, and revenue under our contracts, including our ability to achieve certain cost reductions
with respect to the B787 program; 4) margin pressures and the potential for additional forward losses on new and maturing programs; 5) our ability to accommodate, and the cost of accommodating, announced increases in the build rates of certain aircraft; 6) the effect on aircraft demand and build rates of changing customer preferences for business aircraft, including the effect of global
economic conditions on the business aircraft market and expanding conflicts or political unrest in the Middle East or Asia; 7) customer cancellations or deferrals as a result of global
economic uncertainty or otherwise; 8) the effect of
economic conditions in the industries and markets in which we operate in the U.S. and globally and any changes therein, including fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates; 9) the success and timely execution of key milestones such as the receipt of necessary regulatory approvals, including our ability to obtain in a timely fashion any required regulatory or other third party approvals for the consummation of our announced acquisition of Asco, and customer adherence to their announced schedules; 10) our ability to successfully negotiate, or re-negotiate, future pricing under our supply agreements
with Boeing and our other customers; 11) our ability to enter into profitable supply arrangements
with additional customers; 12) the ability of all parties to satisfy their performance requirements under existing supply contracts
with our two major customers, Boeing and Airbus, and other customers, and the risk of nonpayment by such customers; 13) any adverse impact on Boeing's and Airbus» production of aircraft resulting from cancellations, deferrals, or reduced orders by their customers or from labor disputes, domestic or international hostilities, or acts of terrorism; 14) any adverse impact on the demand for air travel or our operations from the outbreak of diseases or epidemic or pandemic outbreaks; 15) our ability to avoid or recover from cyber-based or other security attacks, information technology failures, or other disruptions; 16) returns on pension plan assets and the impact of future discount rate changes on pension obligations; 17) our ability to borrow additional funds or refinance debt, including our ability to obtain the debt to finance the purchase price for our announced acquisition of Asco on favorable terms or at all; 18) competition from commercial aerospace original equipment manufacturers and other aerostructures suppliers; 19) the effect of governmental laws, such as U.S. export control laws and U.S. and foreign anti-bribery laws such as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and the United Kingdom Bribery Act, and environmental laws and agency regulations, both in the U.S. and abroad; 20) the effect of changes in tax law, such as the effect of The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the «TCJA») that was enacted on December 22, 2017, and changes to the interpretations of or guidance related thereto, and the Company's ability to accurately calculate and estimate the effect of such changes; 21) any reduction in our credit ratings; 22) our dependence on our suppliers, as well as the cost and availability of raw materials and purchased components; 23) our ability to recruit and retain a critical mass of highly - skilled employees and our relationships
with the unions representing many of our employees; 24) spending by the U.S. and other governments on defense; 25) the possibility that our cash flows and our credit facility may not be adequate for our additional capital needs or for payment of interest on, and principal of, our indebtedness; 26) our exposure under our revolving credit facility to higher interest payments should interest rates increase substantially; 27) the effectiveness of any interest rate hedging programs; 28) the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting; 29) the outcome or impact of ongoing or future litigation, claims, and regulatory actions; 30) exposure to potential product liability and warranty claims; 31) our ability to effectively assess, manage and integrate acquisitions that we pursue, including our ability to successfully integrate the Asco business and generate synergies and other cost savings; 32) our ability to consummate our announced acquisition of Asco in a timely matter while avoiding any unexpected costs, charges, expenses, adverse changes to business relationships and other business disruptions for ourselves and Asco as a result of the acquisition; 33) our ability to continue selling certain receivables through our supplier financing program; 34) the risks of doing business internationally, including fluctuations in foreign current exchange rates, impositions of tariffs or embargoes, compliance
with foreign laws, and domestic and foreign government policies; and 35) our ability to complete the proposed accelerated stock repurchase plan, among other things.
But
uncertainty over whether the Fed feels
economic conditions are appropriate for such easing, along
with questions about how much the bank might cut back, have resulted in volatility where daily, triple - digit moves have become almost routine.
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.
With economic and political
uncertainties kicking off the New Year, many are asking what the outlook is for venture capital in 2017 and how the IPO market will evolve this year.
Certain matters discussed in this news release are forward - looking statements that involve a number of risks and
uncertainties including, but not limited to, doubts about the Company's ability to continue as a going concern, the need to obtain additional funding, risks in product development plans and schedules, rapid technological change, changes and delays in product approval and introduction, customer acceptance of new products, the impact of competitive products and pricing, market acceptance, the lengthy sales cycle, proprietary rights of the Company and its competitors, risk of operations in Israel, government regulations, dependence on third parties to manufacture products, general
economic conditions and other risk factors detailed in the Company's filings
with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission.
Morneau's comments came after he met
with private sector economists in Toronto to get their input on everything from the North American Free Trade Agreement to global
economic uncertainty ahead of the federal budget on Feb. 27.
The reduced political
uncertainty in the euro zone coupled
with stronger inflation and solid
economic figures could kick off the discussion on how and when the central bank should «taper».
The eurozone's recovery from the sovereign debt crisis has been about improving situations in the
economic bloc's peripheral economies like Italy and Portugal, and this new batch of
uncertainty in Portugal's financial sector is not sitting well
with investors.
«This will inevitably lead to more growth in Canadian exports and,
with the reduction in
uncertainty that comes
with that, more investment in Canada's
economic capacity, including creating more companies — and the much - anticipated rotation in growth.»
Actual results and the timing of events could differ materially from those anticipated in the forward - looking statements due to these risks and
uncertainties as well as other factors, which include, without limitation: the uncertain timing of, and risks relating to, the executive search process; risks related to the potential failure of eptinezumab to demonstrate safety and efficacy in clinical testing; Alder's ability to conduct clinical trials and studies of eptinezumab sufficient to achieve a positive completion; the availability of data at the expected times; the clinical, therapeutic and commercial value of eptinezumab; risks and
uncertainties related to regulatory application, review and approval processes and Alder's compliance
with applicable legal and regulatory requirements; risks and
uncertainties relating to the manufacture of eptinezumab; Alder's ability to obtain and protect intellectual property rights, and operate without infringing on the intellectual property rights of others; the uncertain timing and level of expenses associated
with Alder's development and commercialization activities; the sufficiency of Alder's capital and other resources; market competition; changes in
economic and business conditions; and other factors discussed under the caption «Risk Factors» in Alder's Annual Report on Form 10 - K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2017, which was filed
with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on February 26, 2018, and is available on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov.
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.
Flake, an Arizona conservative who has frequently feuded
with Trump, said in a statement that Trump's «so - called flexible tariffs are a marriage of two lethal poisons to
economic growth protectionism and
uncertainty....
While geopolitical
uncertainty was a major focal point earlier this year —
with several North Korean missile launches initially sending investor scurrying into safe - have assets — risk appetite has since improved,
with markets looking instead to stronger
economic growth globally.
Actual results, including
with respect to our targets and prospects, could differ materially due to a number of factors, including the risk that we may not obtain sufficient orders to achieve our targeted revenues; price competition 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.
The positive for cash - strapped employers is that
economic uncertainty gives them credibility to remain conservative
with raises unless directly tied to outstanding performance.
Their subjects cited five: insufficient access to capital; difficulty finding people
with the right skills; immigration policies that keep talent out; onerous taxes and regulations; and
economic uncertainty.
With its warnings of depleted bank reserves, weak governance, and political
uncertainty, the IMF's account reads more like the analysis of a war - ravaged
economic basket - case than the prospects for a developed economy in one of the richest
economic zones in the world.
However, the survey confirms that franchisors and franchisees remain frustrated
with the pace of the
economic recovery and the
uncertainty of numerous regulatory and public policy challenges.
These risks and
uncertainties include competition and other
economic conditions including fragmentation of the media landscape and competition from other media alternatives; changes in advertising demand, circulation levels and audience shares; the Company's ability to develop and grow its online businesses; the Company's reliance on revenue from printing and distributing third - party publications; changes in newsprint prices; macroeconomic trends and conditions; the Company's ability to adapt to technological changes; the Company's ability to realize benefits or synergies from acquisitions or divestitures or to operate its businesses effectively following acquisitions or divestitures; the Company's success in implementing expense mitigation efforts; the Company's reliance on third - party vendors for various services; adverse results from litigation, governmental investigations or tax - related proceedings or audits; the Company's ability to attract and retain employees; the Company's ability to satisfy pension and other postretirement employee benefit obligations; changes in accounting standards; the effect of labor strikes, lockouts and labor negotiations; regulatory and judicial rulings; the Company's indebtedness and ability to comply
with debt covenants applicable to its debt facilities; the Company's ability to satisfy future capital and liquidity requirements; the Company's ability to access the credit and capital markets at the times and in the amounts needed and on acceptable terms; and other events beyond the Company's control that may result in unexpected adverse operating results.
Political
uncertainty in Japan is high,
with the future of Prime Minister Abe and his
economic policies currently at risk.
With most millennials coming of age during a time of
economic uncertainty, they tend to highly value transparency.
On Wednesday a board member of the Bank of Japan said that the central bank should stick
with its ultra-easy monetary policy, despite recent signs of
economic recovery, because
uncertainty remains over how fast inflation will rise.
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.
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.
As I said at the beginning, the
economic situation we face is very complicated and riddled
with uncertainty.
«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.
Even despite softening markets and
economic uncertainty around the globe, our port still saw 1.5 per cent growth in the first six months of this year compared to 2014,
with increases in demand for Canadian wheat, sulphur, potash, lumber, and consumer goods.
In consultation
with a divorce financial planner, who can assist you in gaining financial control from possible
economic uncertainty, account for budgetary projections and calculate what realistic financial resources you will have to pay for your retirement.
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.
The reason for such unanimity is primarily the substantial
economic costs associated
with taxes on corporations, although the
uncertainty as to who really pays such taxes no doubt also contributes to the disdain in which they are generally held by economists.»
For example, the Brazilian real depreciated amidst
uncertainty associated
with the presidential election and a general weak
economic outlook.
This framework acknowledges that
economic forecasting brings
with it inherent
uncertainty around the outlook for inflation, and financial developments bring
uncertainties around the implications for financial stability.
From an
economic and market viewpoint voting to leave will doubtless generate huge
uncertainty compared
with voting to remain.
The Prime Minister should announce that the Canadian economy is now confronted
with serious global
economic and financial risks and that the Minister of Finance will outline a new Economic Action Plan to support economic growth and job creation that responds to these risks and uncert
economic and financial risks and that the Minister of Finance will outline a new
Economic Action Plan to support economic growth and job creation that responds to these risks and uncert
Economic Action Plan to support
economic growth and job creation that responds to these risks and uncert
economic growth and job creation that responds to these risks and
uncertainties.
They are evolving in line
with shifting demographics and provide diversification and stability of income returns compared to mainstream real estate, which is becoming more expensive and susceptible to
economic uncertainty.
Rather, it is a byproduct of the world's central banks, having intervened on vast scale to deal
with the
economic travails of the last several years, introducing
uncertainty and even a little chaos as they start to contemplate how and when the era of easy money might end.