21. Which investments should rise? 22. While investment has risen, unemployment remains higher than in Western Germany and growth has sagged. 23. Yet overseas investment is rising at twice the rate of exports. 24. While inventory adjustments are progressing and corporate profits are improving, capital investment has not risen significantly because of the continuing pressure to cut costs. 25. Investment is rising, especially in manufacturing. 26. Investment was rising, particularly in the manufacturing sector. 27. Commerce is booming and investments are rising -- both ways. |