That idea, which many economists favor and the Congressional Budget Office estimates would create 2.5 million to 7 million jobs, had been considered by the White House and Congress but repeatedly shelved, largely because of its cost — about $650 billion — and because it would reduce the revenues that go to Social Security.
Goldman is thought to be happy to see tougher rules on funding, because it would reduce the risk of counterparties including its rivals going pop.Leverage is thornier.
A decline in United States rates - especially after Japan pushed up its rates - would make the dollar less appealing to investors because it would reduce returns on dollar-denominated holdings.
More access is important because it would reduce imports and keep more jobs at home.
Hospitals and nursing homes, he said, should welcome the change because it would reduce their taxes.
On the other hand, there would be a further economic and environmental saving because it would reduce the need for natural aggregate.
It is not only cruel, but foolish, because it would reduce the economic boost that benefits would provide.
It would be good for the country because it would reduce the likelihood of future Enrons or Lehman Brothers.
Democrats have rejected the Toomey proposal, in part because it would reduce tax rates for the most affluent Americans.
Governments like the idea because it would reduce the risk that disturbances elsewhere will leave them without fuel and power.
The company said that the stock strategy would make the acqusition price lower because it would reduce investment banking fees.
