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compression

[kuhm-presh-uhn] / kəmˈprɛʃ ən /
NOUN
condensation
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While investors may see a low ERP as a risk to stocks, its compression is the result of climbing bond yields, according to Martin Adams.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

At the same time, oil and gas is expected to see moderate growth this year, with reciprocating engine sales expected to increase, driven by strong demand in gas compression applications, Creed says.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

But the Goldman analysts say the multiple compression is unwarranted because earnings estimates have been stable.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

Goldman Sachs believes this could lead to margin compression as consumers look for lower-priced units and could also result in volume declines as “manufacturers prioritize fewer consumer electronic shipments.”

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

The compression stockings were more comfortable than the bandages had been, and Sasha’s atrophied leg muscles had regained their strength.

From "The 57 Bus" by Dashka Slater




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