attracted
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According to the OECD, Argentina received $3.134 billion in foreign direct investment last year, a fraction of $76.877 billion attracted by Brazil and the $40.871 billion secured by Mexico.
From Barron's ● Oct. 2, 2026
Treasury yields stabilized on Friday, having reversed Thursday’s sharp rise to multiyear highs, as elevated yields attracted investors to buy the government bonds.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026
Chivayo was known for his lavish lifestyle, close ties to some African presidents and lucrative government contracts that had repeatedly attracted scrutiny.
From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026
ETF investors continued to add holdings to U.S.-listed gold-related ETFs in September, which attracted $3.8 billion net inflows for the month, following $7.9 billion in August, according to data compiled by State Street.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 30, 2026
There was something about his rough exterior—his bushy long hair and uneven beard—combined with his generous and charming nature that attracted the attention of some women.
From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
