“The story for January was freight which is starting to show a definite strengthening trend following the disappointing 3.2% growth of 2005. This is the first time in a year we have seen two consecutive months of freight traffic growth above 5% which points to a resurgent world economy.”
Giovanni Bisignani
“The pattern of the equity market lately is that it doesn't retain its bid for long. Bonds started to strengthen on a bet that stocks would weaken. It's rare that stocks hold a bid these days.”
Tony Crescenzi
“With merger speculation failing to die out and strengthening metals prices, European markets are set for another strong start.”
Matthew Buckland
“Over the next few months we expect starts to strengthen as reconstruction begins on the Gulf Coast - the rise in permits may be an early sign - but elsewhere starts still need to lag sales. Demand is still huge but there are too many new homes for sale.”
Ian Shepherdson
“The strengthening trend is very much intact. I'd be very reluctant to buck the trend. It's very much driven by the commodities, with platinum approaching $1,000.”
George Glynos
“The trend is toward a stronger yen for a while. That direction strengthens concerns over exporters' earnings prospects.”
Yoshihisa Okamoto
“It's different kinds of strengthening things. Some things that are more specific to strengthen the things around your back, things you don't think about. I'm just going to see how I feel after today's practice.”
Will Shields
