Sentence examples for spurred optimism from inspiring English sources

Crude oil rose after an unexpected interest rate cut spurred optimism for a stronger economy that would lift demand.

The yen rose as a rebound in Japanese stocks spurred optimism that demand for shares would bolster the currency.

The Standard & Poor's 500-stock index set a five-year high on Thursday as stronger-than-expected exports from China spurred optimism about global growth prospects.

Reports that some sturdier banks will be allowed to return TARP funds had spurred optimism of less federal involvement in markets, but Roberts cautions that a bottoming process is not the same as a recovery and the government's involvement will not go away any time soon.

The agent Leon Rose, who represents both Anthony and Hamilton, has been a driving force in the negotiations, spurring optimism that Anthony will accept the trade.

Technology stocks rose yesterday after Qualcomm raised its second-quarter profit forecast, spurring optimism that semiconductor earnings may increase more than expected.

This week, corporate profits spurred some optimism.

FINANCIAL MARKETS  Hong Kong gained 6.2% in the week to March 25th, spurred by optimism about the Chinese economy and a cut in Chinese interest rates.

That rise in imports spurred some optimism that the consumer sector may play a larger role in fueling Germany's future economic growth as demand for its products stalls in the financially troubled euro zone nations.

Shipbuilders surrendered some of Wednesday's gains spurred by optimism about a new China stimulus plan, as investors cashed in.

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