At the same time, commodity prices rose and remained high, supporting growth in commodity exporters. Also, asset prices in emerging markets tended to increase, including some bouts of currency appreciation vis-à-vis the U. S. dollar.
I hope that the relationship that you have forged with the school and children will grow in many years ahead. Also big thanks to all our stakeholders who are here to encourage all of us to ‘take part and save smart! Finally, let me thank our CBSI 40th Anniversary Committee, who had been planning this event.