Conclusion  In conclusion, the United States appears to be on the brink of a turnaround from what will have been a relatively short and mild recession. Unfortunately other countries were not so fortunate, and their recoveries remain dependent on the strength and duration of the US recovery.
It will remain a bastion of stability and confidence, and is, therefore, on the side of the citizens. And, by guaranteeing price stability, it will do its clearly defined part to protect the long-term interests and future prospects of us all. 4  BIS Review 39/2010