We're forecasting it will get better, but we'd like to see it get better faster,

We cannot be certain right now how the events of last week will ultimately impact the U.S. and global economies, the air transportation industry and FedEx, ... Nonetheless, we see our company well positioned to significantly increase growth, profitability, returns and cash flow as the global economies improve and trading activities increase.

This strategic investment in the long-term growth of China will broaden and deepen our relationship by improving access to important markets.

I was so despondent, wondering what I am going to do, and then the minister herself called.

Despite uncertainty related to Katrina and other economic conditions, we remain optimistic about global trade and expect continued economic expansion in the U.S. and in the international markets.

It's become increasingly difficult to find places with the proper size and other characteristics.