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stakes



NOUN
jackpot
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According to more recent reporting in Forbes, the federal government now holds equity stakes in roughly 30 different companies across a range of industries.

From Salon Aug. 16, 2026

Aston Villa, last season's Europa League winners, are among six other Premier League clubs in which Americans hold ownership stakes.

From Barron's Aug. 14, 2026

But the stakes are higher in the AI era, argues economics blogger Noah Smith, and the commentary from executives reflects that.

From BBC Aug. 14, 2026

Berkshire Hathaway has upped its bet on the U.S. housing market, and also boosted its stakes in Alphabet and Delta Air Lines.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 14, 2026

She’s praying Howie Maldonado doesn’t move up the interview before she can get there when she remembers there are greater stakes at play in Howie’s dying life.

From "They Both Die at the End" by Adam Silvera




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