gambling

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The line between investing and gambling has always been a bit blurry, but it has never been easier for investors to step over the line without even realizing it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

“They then actually believe they’re good at gambling, even though there’s no such thing,” she said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

“It’s a lot like gambling, and if you think about it over the short term, you should expect gambling-type results.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

A string of high-profile European companies, including semiconductor company Arm and gambling group Flutter, have either gone public in the U.S. or moved their primary listings to the country in search of higher valuations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Francie and Neeley had each been given a strip but Francie had been tempted by some shrewd boys into gambling her tickets in a marble game.

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith