"Should be high threes for me this year despite the economy."

We will never move from here, despite terrorism, the economy and the price of a "classic six" apartment.

"Despite the economy we feel the time is right for the institution to go forward."

Or, why, despite the economy, two professional organizations are certain of attracting new members.

Second, the X6 has been a hit despite the crummy global economy.

Some programs to feed the hungry, however, are actually growing, despite the economy.

Despite the booming economy, he said, the 50 states "are now spending $23.1 billion less for higher education than they were 20 years ago."

This year he expects a 20 percent jump from 2002, despite the slow economy.

Despite the shaky economy, new restaurants continue to open around the city.

Despite the poor economy, we have managed to increase our profits by ten percent.