31.   A decline in U.S. bond yields could boost demand from foreign funds looking for higher returns in emerging equity markets.

32.   A drop in U.S. bond yields boosted demand for Australian dollars, traders said.

33.   A cut in interest rates forecast for early next year is likely to boost demand for local stocks, Cabrera said.

34.   A late monsoon, as well as pending shutdowns of a number of refineries for maintenance, also boosted demand.

35.   A gradual rise in consumer spending, interest rate cuts and continued low inflation will boost sluggish demand in Europe and world markets, they said.

36.   A trade surplus boosts demand for the ringgit as it demonstrates stronger demand for Malaysian goods overseas.

37.   Also, a year-long drought boosted demand for electricity from its coal- and oil-fired power plants.

38.   Brent crude futures were lifted by cold weather in Northwest Europe, boosting demand for gasoil for home heating.

39.   Car sales are dropping in part because Ford is turning away from fleet sales to boost demand for the Taurus, its best-selling car.

40.   Cattle futures rose for a second day on speculation that high pork prices could boost demand for lower-priced beef.