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The report also arrived weeks late, a lingering consequence of the government shutdown that has delayed a string of economic data releases this year.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Block is well-known as the founder and chief executive officer of Muddy Waters Capital, a hedge fund and investment research firm, with a string of successful bearish bets to his name.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

Multinational companies such as Magna, Dana and BorgWarner slashed jobs and closed plants due to the EV pullback, while a string of smaller manufacturers shut down altogether.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Now, a string of missile batteries, including Patriot air-defense systems, is in position.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

A string of snot formed at the end of his left nostril.

From Each Little Bird That Sings by Deborah Wiles