underpin
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On one hand, “geopolitical uncertainty continues to underpin demand for safe-haven assets,” the analyst says.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
"The chemicals and ceramics industries underpin our economic resilience and support skilled jobs across the UK," said chancellor Rachel Reeves.
From BBC • May 21, 2026
And the supply/demand imbalance is continuing to underpin oil prices.
From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026
Early futures action on Monday showed the S&P 500 may add to Friday’s 1.2% drop as higher oil prices underpin Treasury yields.
From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026
The AIG FP traders present were shocked by how little thought or analysis seemed to underpin the subprime mortgage machine: It was simply a bet that home prices would never fall.
From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis
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