heighten

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Shares of cybersecurity-software companies have been on a roll this week, with investors reacting to the heightened threat of digital warfare as the Iran conflict escalates.

From MarketWatch

Early 2026 data have painted an economy on steady footing at the start of the year—but with risks from stubborn inflation, a job market that has slowed and heightened uncertainty about economic policy.

From The Wall Street Journal

While most are faring well, some are experiencing heightened financial stress, according to Vanguard.

From The Wall Street Journal

The worries were heightened last week after Diageo, the parent company of Johnnie Walker and Guinness, cut its sales outlook and slashed its dividend.

From MarketWatch

Higher oil prices from a drawn-out conflict could potentially pose a heightened risk that the Federal Reserve may not deliver the interest-rate cuts this year as hoped, Rosen said.

From MarketWatch