81.   Even though most economic statistics confirm a solid if not spectacular growth pace, stock markets have remained depressed and that gloom appears to be spreading.

82.   The US economy is currently softer than expected but still on track to register solid growth this year, Treasury Secretary Robert Rubin said Sunday.

83.   Treasury Secretary Robert Rubin later told reporters the economy would experience some rough spots, but the most likely forecast points to a return to solid growth.

84.   US Treasury Secretary Robert Rubin said Thursday he expected long-term interest rates to remain in a range permitting solid economic growth.

85.   Positive resolutions in the three issues could pave the way for more solid growth in the future, although this might not be appreciated immediately, the report said.

86.   The Bahamian economy is largely based on tourism from the United States, which is now experiencing solid economic growth.

87.   The dollar posted light gains in calm trading Wednesday, profiting from the German Bundesbank announcement that it favors lowering its interest rates despite solid economic growth.