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headroom

[hed-room, -room] / ˈhɛdˌrum, -ˌrʊm /




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The NAO says that the uncertain nature of service charge increases "poses the greatest risk to households whose initial affordability assessments leave them with limited financial headroom".

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Verizon’s dividend yield of 5.54% is the highest on the list, with a FCF yield estimate implying headroom of 4.31%.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 7, 2026

Markets expect Reeves to announce an improved fiscal position, including solid fiscal headroom.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

A spokesperson for the Co-op said the group had a solid financial position with reduced debt levels compared to five years ago and cash reserves providing "significant financial headroom".

From BBC • Feb. 10, 2026

There was just headroom for him to stand.

From "The Road" by Cormac McCarthy