auction
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That’s because its funding is tied to an auction for a shrinking number of pollution allowances.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
The Treasury will announce the result of a $39 billion 10-year-note auction at 1 p.m.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
A $22 billion auction in 30-year bonds will follow on Thursday, ahead of next week’s Fed meeting, the first led by new Chairman Kevin Warsh.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
It is not illegal in the UK to sell or auction off human remains if they are more than 100 years old.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
He sounded like an enthusiastic collector who had been outbid at auction.
From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling
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