optimism
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Investors watch oil prices closely as a sudden spike can lead to a recession, he said, but recent trading action highlighted optimism that the energy-supply disruption triggered by the Iran conflict might be short-lived.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026
Global stocks rose and oil pulled back below $100 on optimism that peace talks to end the Middle East conflict would resume.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026
Sony Pictures Entertainment's presentation marked the start of CinemaCon, which this year focuses on optimism over the year's strong start at the box office.
From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026
“We expect optimism from U.S. managements,” wrote Capital Alpha Partners analyst Byron Callan in a Monday report, citing the recent $1.5 trillion fiscal year 2027 budget request and replacement demand for missiles and drones.
From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026
On my way, I was learning, was the product of Barack’s eternal optimism, an indication of his eagerness to be home that did nothing to signify when he would actually arrive.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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