Amid Fears Of Recession, Don't Run And Hide 



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Down To Business: Amid Fears Of Recession, Don't Run And Hide 








CFOS aren't generally a bubbly bunch, nor are they inclined to go off half-cocked on serious subjects. So when the master bean counters of 100 U.S. technology companies say they foresee healthy growth and vibrant industry activity in the year ahead, we should take notice, especially as this optimism comes amid widespread fear of a recession and financial industry meltdown.



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