81. A low inflation rate last year helped to fuel the biggest Treasury rally in a decade. 82. A low inflation outlook has driven the yield on longer-dated securities lower. 83. A rising economy, declining unemployment and low inflation and low interest rates presents the president with the prospect of an enviable economic environment for his reelection run. 84. A slowing economy and low inflation would encourage the Fed to reduce interest rates. 85. A slowly growing economy and high unemployment are contributing to low inflation. 86. A rate cut appeared more likely after recent reports showing sluggish employment growth and low inflation. 87. A rate cut appeared possible after recent reports showed sluggish employment growth and low inflation. 88. A report of surprisingly low inflation in Israel sparked concern about a slowing local economy. 89. A slow-growing economy, low inflation and high unemployment have fanned the concern that rates are headed lower. 90. A slowing economy, low inflation and talk about balancing the federal budget are pushing down the cost of money. |