1.  Third, the elimination of exchange rate uncertainty will stimulate competitive forces in the union.

2.  But despite the breakup threat, other competitive forces have helped the decline.

3.  But it has increased its power and reach, and according to some analysts, now becomes more of a competitive force overseas.

4.  Cable television networks are expected to become a major competitive force against European telephone companies over the next few years as governments deregulate telecommunications markets.

5.  Domestic deregulation has had similar effects on the intensity of competitive forces in some industries.

6.  Even so, Hogan remained a competitive force in the game.

7.  For its part, Oxford has said it may seek to raise rates, if circumstances dictate and competitive forces allow.

8.  Goldman, Sachs and the other houses are driven by strong competitive forces.

9.  Halvorson attributed those results to competitive forces, including the consolidation of hospitals and physician groups.