leverage
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The better strategy is to reinforce the leverage Washington already holds.
From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026
Nixon used the opening with China as leverage against the Soviet Union and began the process that led to the end of the Cold War 19 years later.
From Salon • May 14, 2026
"I am certain that the leaders of the United States and China have enough leverage over Moscow to tell Putin to finally end the war," he said.
From BBC • May 14, 2026
These fees exclude the cost of leverage and hedges, which add both to returns and costs in complex ways.
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
He used no leverage and avoided shorting stocks.
From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis
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