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[in-vest] / ɪnˈvɛst /




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BHP says it won’t invest in the business due to an onerous royalty structure in Australia’s Queensland state, where it mines.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

That marks the reversal of a 15-year period when company buybacks and mergers-and-acquisitions activity whittled down the actual number of shares out there to invest, giving stocks fuel to keep rising, said McElligott.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Frasers said the offer would allow it to continue to invest in Hugo Boss and expressed its support for the company's current leadership team.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The family’s companies have settled many accusations of environmental violations by agreeing to pay fines and invest in better pollution prevention without admitting or denying culpability.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

Georgie and his mom argued about how Felix should spend or invest his money.

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty




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