affect
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Blame sequence-of-returns risk, which essentially means that when you’re taking withdrawals from a portfolio, the order — or the sequence — of investment returns can affect your portfolio’s overall value.
From MarketWatch
But seafood closer to home is also affected by higher fuel costs.
From MarketWatch
Mantle cell lymphoma is rare and affects white blood cells called B lymphocytes.
From BBC
Bear in mind that these kinds of speed tests only represent a snapshot in time and can be affected by several factors, like network conditions, the number of users on the server, etc.
From Salon
Energy prices would also have to start affecting other costs such as shipping, fertilizers, or chemicals.
From Barron's
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