volatile
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"Domestic uncertainty could also add to the already volatile global environment, holding back consumption and investment decisions," it added.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
“Gilts have been extra volatile thanks to the domestic political situation in the U.K. on top of inflation worries,” said Dan Coatsworth, head of markets at AJ Bell, in a note.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026
It takes only a small weighting in volatile commodities to have a large impact.
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
The core rate strips out volatile food, energy and trade-related costs, giving a more accurate view of inflation trends at the wholesale level.
From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026
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From "The Magician's Nephew" by C. S. Lewis
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