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be about to



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This is similar to 2019, when mortgage rates were falling, lending standards were tighter, and there was discussion that tax concessions could be about to change, they say in a note.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

It has to be remembered this story is not over and, with Argentina and Portugal potentially meeting in the latter stages of this summer's World Cup, the final act could be about to play out.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Prices have fallen in recent days on hopes that the two sides may be about to reach an agreement.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Higher bond yields have been hitting secular growth stocks, but that may be about to change.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

How could this wild, unbelievable thing be about to happen when everything looked so normal?

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo




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