sell

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We are also considering setting aside about $250,000 in money market funds or high-yield CDs so that we would not feel pressured to sell investments during a market downturn.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Patti conceded that given how much they’ve rallied, chip stocks needed a breather, and worries about Iran and rising inflation and interest rates helped persuade investors to sell some of their winners.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Raymond moved to close or sell most of these operations, further stripping the company of nonessential businesses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

To be sure, there is some concern that loyal Tesla investors would sell Tesla stock to buy SpaceX, which could put temporary downward pressure on the EV maker’s shares.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

“Let’s hope we don’t have to sell that necklace to put food on the table!”

From "Across So Many Seas" by Ruth Behar