71.   Consumer borrowing rose in September at a slower pace than the previous month, a sign that household finances may be coming under stress.

72.   Credit card use also rose from a month earlier, though at a slower pace than the month before.

73.   Credit card debt grew at a slower pace than a year earlier.

74.   Czech stocks also rose, although at a slower pace than neighboring markets.

75.   Czech stocks are rising in line with the rest of the region, although at a slower pace.

76.   Consumer prices are rising at a progressively slower pace this year.

77.   Credit card use also rose, though at a slower pace than a month earlier.

78.   Credit card use also rose, though at a slower pace than the month before.

79.   Demand at retail stores continued to rise though at a slower pace in recent weeks.

80.   Despite the slower pace in his current precinct, he says, he has not lost his edge.