11. Other companies have also made moves to offer their clients the ability to invest in real estate securities. 12. "Now, " he added, " people have the ability to invest in these types of companies elsewhere ." 13. Moreover, " it has robbed us of the ability to invest in the new artists of tomorrow ." 14. Its ability to invest adequately in providing efficient and cost competitive services in the future is seriously in question. 15. That, in turn, would reduce " our ability to invest , which is something we badly want to do ." 16. Analysts argue extensive social spending will compromise the company's ability to invest in PDVSA development projects and essential maintenance. 17. Even well-meaning governments in the region, and there are some, are stymied in their ability to invest in their own people. 18. At the same time, many American companies have been frustrated by rules that severely limit their ability to invest or operate. 19. They said that the country's stable currency and finances would improve the country's ability to invest in schools and health services. 20. He also advocates individuals'ability to invest Social Security funds in private retirement accounts similar to IRAs or 401 ( k ) plans.