period
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Powell said at his final press conference as chair that he would remain on the board as a governor “for a period of time to be determined.”
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
The hardest period came in September, when his mother's heart condition worsened.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
For unapproved investments that have already been made, authorities may order entities to halt investment activities and divest related shares and assets within a specified period.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
Through April, rounds played were up 5.3% compared with the same period a year earlier.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
The social disruption caused by the collapse of the savings and loan industry and the rise of hostile takeovers and leveraged buyouts had given way to a brief period of recriminations.
From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis
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