for profit

Example Sentences

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BofA warned that given almost all the bears are now back into the stock market, early June could be “ripe for profit taking.”

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

Under prize law, the vessels and cargo become the property of the captor and would be auctioned for profit.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Nextpower late Tuesday posted fourth-quarter earnings of $1.05 a share, compared to $1.29 a year ago and above Wall Street’s call for profit of 92 cents a share.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

"Every death in the Channel is a tragedy and a stark reminder of the dangers posed by criminal gangs exploiting vulnerable people for profit," they added.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

Mrs. Diamant went with me to the market the next morning to use some of my savings and buy something that could be sold for profit in the shop.

From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron