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credit

[kred-it] / ˈkrɛd ɪt /








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“Any further increase in leverage or inability to service debt could result in downgraded credit ratings, and liquidity or covenant issues.”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

WSJ | Buy Side: A business credit line offers a predetermined funding source you can borrow against as needed, but costs can be high.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

And after the Ambani investment was announced, Trump Jr.’s personal lawyer took credit on social media for playing a part in the deal.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

The veteran coach, to his credit, projected confidence.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

It was determined by Goldman Sachs and Bank of America and Morgan Stanley, who decided each day whether Mike Burry’s credit default swaps had made or lost money.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis




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