41.   Investors welcomed the new cutbacks.

42.   Investors welcomed the news, sending stocks and bonds surging for a time, though rising oil prices later dampened their enthusiasm.

43.   Investors welcomed the plan.

44.   Indonesian stocks rose as investors welcomed the outlook for improved profit growth after the government cut a benchmark interest rate.

45.   Investors welcomed moves to broaden a relatively limited German debt market.

46.   Investors welcomed the decision, which was expected.

47.   Investors welcomed the merger and shares of most drugmakers rose.

48.   Investors welcomed the move.

49.   Investors welcomed the twin plans, though they reserved judgment on their effectiveness.

50.   Microsoft investors probably would welcome the stability that comes from a broad-based, guaranteed revenue stream.