Get the private sector into better shape, and the choices facing the public sector look a lot simpler.

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But many are facing the present danger in stronger shape than ever before, armed with large reserves, flexible currencies and strong budgets.

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Xbox, while facing challenges, is in decent shape.

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She's facing a masked man whose right hand is contorted into the shape of a gun.

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The assumption that anyone with costs in the country is facing trouble from a looser currency policy and companies generating revenue there are in great shape may not hold up.

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