cautious
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Altmann is now urging a shift to a short-term tactically cautious view on U.S. stocks, he told a Barclays podcast on Tuesday.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
—European indexes edged higher at market open in cautious early trade, as most sectors rose though software stocks continued their volatile run.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
"There are still aftershocks, so the rescuers are very cautious in their approach. That's a challenge," said regional civil defence chief Rodrigo Sosmena.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
As for Awosika, she said the experience had left her far more cautious.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Franklin’s cautious meetings with Bonvouloir led to an addition to George Washington’s espionage organization: an overseas intelligence service.
From "George Washington, Spymaster" by Thomas B. Allen
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