cautious
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In their speeches since the meeting, Fed officials have portrayed the hike as a cautious one.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 7, 2026
Hedge funds, which place big bets on markets, move their money far faster than more cautious investors such as insurers and pension funds.
From Barron's ● Oct. 6, 2026
The incremental earnings contribution will mostly depend on energy costs in 2027, with the latest operating trends supporting a cautious view on earnings conversion.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2026
“People are definitely a little bit more cautious than a couple of months ago.”
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 3, 2026
"Welcome," he says in a cautious voice that makes me wonder if I'm truly welcome at all.
From "Girl in the Blue Coat" by Monica Hesse
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