The last week of the year has been marked by thin trading.

在本年度最后一周中，美国股市交易量清淡。

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Even the thin trading has a real impact on borrowing costs for governments.

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Morgan and Citigroup were profitable, but disappointed as much of the industry struggled with mortgage woes and thin trading revenue.

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Amid thin trading and illiquid markets, prices for gasoline and heating oil are already on the rise and are expected to move higher.

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