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Non-financial corporations: Since 2005, leverage stands at 1969 levels

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Non-financial corporations are the most liquid in more than 40 years

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Higher net profits prompt growth in retained earnings

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Growth in net issues of share capital also helps lower leverage

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Nearly all non-financial industries lower leverage, even after mid-2008

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General increase in liquidity position of most non-financial industries