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Gray-listed countries have seen capital inflows decrease by an average of 7.6% of their gross domestic product, according to a 2021 paper from the International Monetary Fund.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2026
And in its 2026 outlook released in early April, the Energy Information Administration said that the consumption of petroleum and other liquids will decrease by 11% to 23% in 2050 as compared with 2025.
From MarketWatch ● May 5, 2026
He estimates that if crude oil prices rise to $100 a barrel, Japan’s nominal GDP would decrease by approximately 5.1 trillion yen due to rising import costs.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 2, 2026
Global smartphone shipments are projected to decrease by 2.1% in 2026 due to an expected 40%-50% surge in memory prices.
From Barron's ● Jan. 12, 2026
There ought now to be 64 stitches in the round; if a greater number should be found, decrease by missing a stitch as may be found necessary.
From The Lady's Album of Fancy Work for 1850 by Unknown
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