speculators

NOUN

theorist

Synonyms

STRONG

explorer gambler philosopher venturer

Example Sentences

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Speculators may also be piling into gold, which is reason for non-rich investors to be cautious at such a lofty price.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 26, 2026

Speculators had built the largest short position in natural gas in 14 months ahead of the latest spike, according to energy research firm EBW Analytics Group.

From Barron's • Jan. 21, 2026

Speculators, in contrast, care not a whit for cash flow; they are focused instead on future stock prices.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 24, 2025

Speculators favoured tech for long positions, including software companies.

From Reuters • Nov. 6, 2023

Speculators from Philadelphia bought up most everything, but not for what Mr. Hurd or the bank had hoped for.

From "Lizzie Bright and the Buckminster Boy" by Gary D. Schmidt