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That group, which has seen growth above 24% in every quarter since the third quarter of 2023, should see earnings growth jump to 35.7% from 27.5% in the fourth quarter, led by semiconductor manufacturers.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

As fallout from the Iran war rocketed global oil prices above $100 a barrel in recent weeks, jet fuel has risen even higher.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Plants with steeper, more upright leaves were able to rise above neighboring plants during early growth stages, capturing more sunlight while shading out competitors below.

From Science Daily • Apr. 8, 2026

Because the only way to get back to base camp was via that icefall, Whittaker chose to stay above it on the mountain for five steady weeks as more camps were established up Everest.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

‘He hates fast water. His pack was drowned in a flood. But he’ll be back when we’ve found a way to get above the falls.’

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver