there's nothing here that really points to any near-term inflationary dangers.

but that would require a near-term lucky find.

Near-term gasoline prices are likely to go somewhat higher. Are we going to see two bucks again? Not anytime soon.

We've got a need to acquire products in the near term with all our patent expirations,

We might be due for a pause near-term in the dollar's gains.

It seems that the emphasis on expanding distribution outweighs the quest for positive operating leverage in the near term.