duration

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The shares did get a boost on Tuesday, jumping 8%, but uncertainty about the duration of the Iran war and the chip-smuggling allegations are likely to keep the stock under pressure.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

For policymakers and economists, the context is what determines the inflationary impact of an energy shock as much as the scale and duration of the shock itself.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

While the war’s duration is unknown, Lee looks at seven major conflicts dating back to 1900 and finds equity markets have a habit of troughing early on because investors “price adverse risks early and quickly.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

Migration histories, duration of residence, fertility patterns and detailed employment classifications became standard.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Eventlessness has no posts to drape duration on.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck