on the assumption that
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These stocks are priced on the assumption that memory stays scarce.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026
That’s on the assumption that corporate revenue grows at the same rate as gross domestic product.
From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026
The IMF said most Middle East oil exporters are forecast for an upturn next year "based on the assumption that energy production and transportation are normalized over the next few months".
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
The strategy entails selling cash-secured put options on impacted securities on the assumption that fears of increased volatility—which drive options prices—are unlikely to quickly decline.
From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026
He had lived and acted on the assumption that he was alone, and now he saw that he had not been.
From "Native Son" by Richard Wright
