81.   Most of those firms reported record revenue growth this year amid strong demand for consulting services.

82.   NEEP economists forecast slower growth this year in every New England state.

83.   Most analysts expect similar growth this year.

84.   Nonetheless, job growth this year has been robust.

85.   Nevertheless, other manufacturers say they expect to see sales growth this year.

86.   Now he will be lucky if his economy posts any growth this year and if the number of jobs do not shrink.

87.   Ocampo said slowdowns in manufacturing and construction, along with high interest rates, have cut growth this year.

88.   One reason bond investors are still drawn to banks lies in their earnings growth this year, say bank analysts.

89.   Other European countries are also expected to see slower growth this year.

90.   Other manufacturers say they expect to see sales growth this year.