41.   But accessing those supplies is now economically feasible because of new technology and rising energy prices south of the border.

42.   But much of the increase reflected rising energy prices and another big jump in tobacco prices pushed through to pay for court settlements.

43.   But the Fed held the door open to further rate increases in the future, citing concerns that rising energy prices and tight labor markets could trigger inflation.

44.   Consumer and business confidence has eroded further, exacerbated by rising energy costs that continue to drain consumer purchasing power and press on business profit margins.

45.   He blamed increasing competition and rising energy costs for the decision.

46.   Kim will ask China to hire South Korean companies to build some of the nuclear reactors it wants to meet rising energy demands, Seoul officials said.

47.   Oil stocks also benefitted, reflecting rising energy costs.

48.   Oil stocks fared better, reflecting rising energy prices.

49.   Respondents reported less cost pressure on non-energy inputs, but noted that rising energy prices continued to damp profitability.

50.   Rising energy costs and the completion of most mortgage refinancing could slow household purchases in coming months, he said.