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capitalize

[kap-i-tl-ahyz] / ˈkæp ɪ tlˌaɪz /


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The U.K.’s National Grid NG -1.36%decrease; red down pointing triangle agreed to invest $1.75 billion in U.S. integrated power solutions company Joulent as it seeks to capitalize on the country’s rapidly growing energy needs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026

Shares of Super Micro’s server rival Dell jumped 3.8% in Monday’s trading and could be well-placed to capitalize on the chip-smuggling scandal.

From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026

The company is looking to capitalize on new regulations in California that could pave the way for autonomous trucks to hit public roads in the near future.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 21, 2026

Builders had hoped to capitalize on a busy spring buying season to whittle down inventories, but it was disappointing.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 16, 2026

If I’ve learned anything in my studies, it’s that the greatest investors capitalize in times of crisis.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman




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