61.   A decline in interest rates north of the Rio Grande often allows Mexico to cut local rates.

62.   A city in Sweden cut its rate of sports injuries substantially through an educational program that emphasized things like proper preparation and fair play.

63.   A decision on the request to cut the rate of return is expected by the end of the year, Campbell said.

64.   A desire not to see the mark weaken any further is another reason why the Bundesbank is unlikely to cut rates again.

65.   A month ago, the Fed cut rates in between committee meetings, surprising central bank watchers.

66.   A rise in implied yields reflects reduced expectations that rates can be cut soon.

67.   A slew of reports indicating economic growth is slowing rekindled expectations the Fed will cut rates.

68.   A slumping economy lowers the chance inflation will accelerate and gives the Fed an impetus to cut rates.

69.   A sharp enough decline could stall the economy or even tilt it into recession, forcing the Fed to cut rates to stimulate demand.