backlog

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The backlog of maintenance and repairs in NHS buildings in Wales deemed at "high" or "significant risk" has reached nearly £1bn, figures reveal.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

As of the end of last year, Rocket Lab had a $1.85 billion backlog, up 73% from 2024.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

Many shipments are now being canceled before being loaded on ships, creating a backlog, Verloop said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2026

With a backlog of 15 billion euros, the company said it has financial visibility for several years, allowing it to predict earnings with more accuracy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

She also had to sort through the unit’s massive backlog of paperwork.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield