1.   But few foreign economists expect it to work for long.

2.   But many foreign economists and some local businessmen assert that no matter how good things look, the future here is worrisome.

3.   But without reliable commercial banks to lend them money, small businesses cannot grow and the economy will remain hobbled, foreign economists say.

4.   Foreign economists agree with that assessment.

5.   Foreign economists and executives are much less optimistic than their American counterparts about what is ahead for the U.S. economy.

6.   Foreign economists said Korea may need even more over time.

7.   Several foreign economists said they expected the new plan to bring a rise in efficiency over the black market, which is time-consuming and fuels inflation.

8.   Some foreign economists forecast growth of half that level.

9.   Some foreign economists believe retail sales growth is exaggerated.

10.   But foreign economists say Vietnam has taken only half-measures and that inept or corrupt mid-level officials stifle growth by controlling land use, loans and trade.