spread
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Close out this spread now and take the profit.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026
Unlike miners, whose growth is tied to commodity pricing, Gold.com’s core earnings are driven by the spread it captures on each transaction—the difference between what customers pay and the metal’s spot price.
From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026
"Their energy and creativity are invaluable. Investing in their education, training, and entrepreneurship is essential for peace and for preventing the loss of talent and the spread of social ills," he said.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
As recent outbreaks show, measles can spread quickly if it gets into pockets of unimmunized communities, and babies too young to be vaccinated can be at risk for serious illness and death.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026
All the dogs are asleep, spread out across the grass and one of the other mushers in the race is leaning over the empty sled with his fist raised.
From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen
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