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leverage

[lev-er-ij, lee-ver-] / ˈlɛv ər ɪdʒ, ˈli vər- /


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“The lack of disclosure and contractual complexity of these arrangements makes it difficult for investors to interpret true economic leverage versus that reported on balance sheet,” Castagno’s team writes.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

They have found new leverage in their de facto control of the Strait of Hormuz, transit point for 20% of global oil supplies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Quality matters: Companies with strong cash flow, manageable leverage and pricing power are typically better positioned to navigate uneven growth and higher capital costs.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

Until then, for buyers, the ever-shifting rates mean that even with more leverage, it still doesn’t feel like a buyer’s market.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

Wings flared and rabidly desperate insect legs dug into Ben’s palm for leverage.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy




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