factors

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The 2027 final rates were boosted by several factors, including a a slightly higher estimate of the underlying cost of healthcare, which is used to help calculate insurers’ payments.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

"Right now, sales aren't great, but that's not to do with swine fever, it's because of other factors," he says, pointing to the high cost of living.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

All of these factors play an important role in shaping local climate policies and responses.

From Science Daily • Apr. 4, 2026

Looking at factors outside of the jobs report, it’s apparent that things will be sluggish, and are likely to slow even further.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026

On top of its self-generated shortcomings, Shenandoah has a lot of problems arising from factors largely beyond its control.

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson