leading

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Leading up to Abel’s succession, Berkshire had made moves to align related subsidiaries in its far-flung portfolio, last year bringing Helzberg Diamonds and Ben Bridge Jeweler under one chief executive.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

Leading up to today, Microsoft’s stock had closed below the 200-day moving average for 98 consecutive trading days — the longest stretch below the benchmark since 2023.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

Leading indices on stock exchanges in Tokyo, Seoul and Taipei surged by more than two percent, while Sydney was up by one percent.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

Leading the White House briefing, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent declined to confirm that an agreement had been reached.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

“We recite the Five Principles of Good Citizenship and the Four Attitudes Leading to Right-Mindfulness every time we want to eat,” explained Matt.

From "The House of the Scorpion" by Nancy Farmer