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For the first quarter, the company expects revenue of about $132 million to $140 million, topping expectations of $129.4 million.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

San Diego is one of the nation’s hottest housing markets, with average home prices hovering around $1 million and rents for a one-bedroom apartment topping $2,000 a month.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

The U.S. economy added 178,000 jobs in March, topping forecasts, while the unemployment rate dipped to 4.3%, according to data released last Friday.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 5, 2026

Bond markets are also in selloff mode, with benchmark 2-year note yields topping the 4% level on Thursday and last seen trading at 4.021%.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

"Maggot topping, all slimy and nice! I shall devour it in a trice!"

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda