61.   A cut would allow banks to cut operating costs and lend more, generating profit growth.

62.   A higher-than-expected marketing number suggests ranchers are fattening animals quickly and speeding them to market to keep operating costs low.

63.   A network of its own could let it cut operating costs sharply.

64.   A wave of consolidation swept through the ski industry as resorts struggled with rising operating costs.

65.   About half the proceeds from the sales were used to pay creditors and half to meet operating costs, he said.

66.   Acquisitions are the easiest way to quickly add new fee-paying members and gain a bigger base to absorb operating costs.

67.   Admission fees would be charged to cover operating costs.

68.   Ahmsa said the closing would lead to lower operating costs in its mining division.

69.   Air carriers benefit from a weaker yen because it bolsters international competitiveness by reducing operating costs in dollar terms.

70.   Airlines like its low operating cost and passengers generally find it comfortable.