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dry pow·der
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dry powdernoun
A powder found in a fire extinguisher that is expelled to smother the fire.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of dry powder in Chaldean Numerology is: 3
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of dry powder in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2
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That's where you have to have some dry powder.
We have a record deal flow and expect two or three more deals in 2016 and are looking at defensive sectors such as healthcare and business services, as well as energy, we are very optimistic as we have $1 billion in dry powder and today is the perfect time to be scouting [for deals] as there are more opportunities and valuations are coming down.
Using its newfound dry powder to address its portfolio weaknesses could go a long way toward shoring up its outlook in the era of low oil and gas prices.
We believe the Fed is trying to thread the needle, balancing market jitters about slowing global growth with robust consumer spending and a strong job market in the U.S., in other words, by cutting just 25 bps, the Fed is trying to bolster market confidence while also keeping some dry powder in reserve in case of an economic shock.
We do have enough dry powder to participate in the opportunities that we're seeing right now. That said, I do expect to raise the next fund this year.
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