91. Since then, signs of economic strength convinced some analysts and investors that the Fed will change course and raise rates later this year to head off inflation. 92. Some analysts say the market will be closely watching whether Greenspan focuses on domestic economic strength or on Asian weakness. 93. Signs of economic strength will convince the Fed to boost rates at least once more. 94. Some investors said the recent economic strength may not last long. 95. Some reports showing economic strength -- such as first-quarter economic growth --have led to expectations of higher rates. 96. Starts of new U.S. housing unexpectedly fell for the third consecutive month in October, further evidence an important source of economic strength is weakening. 97. Still, many investors say the dollar will resume its rise, propelled by economic strength in the U.S. and expectations of sluggishness in Germany and Japan. 98. Still, most currency traders are focusing on economic strength and interest-rate differentials, which will probably buttress the dollar, Weir and others said. 99. Still, the jobs report signals enough economic strength to keep Australian interest rates at their lofty levels, thereby attracting foreign investors, analysts said. 100. Still, it can be dangerous to measure national economic strength solely by the relative values of currencies. |