leverage
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Ownership of more TV stations gives Nexstar increased leverage against traditional power brokers like the national broadcasters—and the ability to save money on network fees by boxing out those brands altogether.
From Slate • Apr. 21, 2026
But that’s as net leverage, the difference between their bullish and bearish bets — is around the 75th percentile — meaning they aren’t abandoning bets the market will fall.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026
In seeking the injunction, Bonta’s office argues that Amazon threatens “dire consequences if vendors do not comply. Vendors, cowed by Amazon’s overwhelming bargaining leverage and fearing punishment, comply,” according to the filing.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026
That has put a premium on economic leverage as the White House looks for a settlement and an off ramp from the conflict.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026
The leverage allows me to pull myself farther out of the water, and the akrafena finishes the rest.
From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer
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