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The war-induced price rises have come at an opportune moment for the company, which is also trying to slash its bloated net debt.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

Many investors love trying to harness big stock moves, though few investors realize that implied volatility levels are always elevated ahead of events.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

“Every celebrity would essentially have to go and do the same thing, but it’s trying to cut this off at the source as much as possible.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

This will be raw and uncomfortable because it will involve trying to build relationships between people who were hurt and who, in many cases, actively supported that pain.

From Salon • Apr. 28, 2026

The little boy’s mom is trying to stuff his wriggling legs into a high chair, but he arches his back and lets out a wail.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam