Though the recent good returns from these markets might seem alluring, these markets still generally speaking have considerable risks.

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Upending an entitlement program used by so many Americans, particularly seniors, who vote in large numbers, carries considerable risks.

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Whatever course of action the Bank might have chosen entailed considerable risks.

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It also trimmed its forecasts for Asia and warned of considerable risks, even as it still expects the region to post stronger growth than last year.

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Boeing finances development of its own airliners through the marketplace, and thus is placed at a considerable disadvantage in terms of risks and returns.

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"Otherwise, given the considerable upfront investment that is required, there is a danger that planning risks will deter investment and developers will seek alternative locations in the UK and overseas, " it says.

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That means that lenders get considerable amount of subsidies to provide loans to students, who can be big credit risks.

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In general, they see the highest risks to economically sensitive shares, like semiconductors and IT services, while asserting that software companies that have considerable maintenance revenues look more attractive.

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