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underwrite

[uhn-der-rahyt, uhn-der-rahyt] / ˌʌn dərˈraɪt, ˈʌn dərˌraɪt /


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Banks that underwrite IPOs engage in a book-building process that can be more art than science, trying to build just the right mix of short- and long-term holders of the stock.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

When the lender doesn’t bear the risk of a loan going bad, there is no incentive to underwrite it carefully.

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

“They want to underwrite on a deal by deal basis, they want to understand what they are investing in,” he says.

From Barron's • May 23, 2026

The Consumer Bankers Association estimated earlier this year that the private sector could underwrite student loans for at least 75% of graduate students who would have otherwise taken on more federal debt.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

It is possible for Princeton to underwrite all your expenses at the school if you qualify.

From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane




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