The market today was responding to the outlook with the increasing possibility we will see an interest-rate cut. And the day's recovery is reflecting the rebound in stocks.

The possibility of their becoming members will depend on the interest shown by the two parties.

People are a bit concerned with higher Treasury yields and the possibility that U.S. interest rates will continue to rise.

The possibility of rising interest rates worries investors. For many companies there is a direct effect on their earnings and stocks can also become less attractive to bonds.

The statement opened up the possibility that the interest rate going to 4 percent isn't 100 percent guaranteed.

Global markets have not been affected by the possibility of rising U.S. interest rates. Japan and the Nasdaq in the U.S. are gaining, so that's creating a positive flow.