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de-escalation

[dee-es-kuh-layshuhn] / ˌdiˌɛs kəˈleɪʃən /




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“If the current de-escalation proves temporary and we see hostilities intensify again, the market would likely begin pricing in that path.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

Signs of de-escalation had buoyed markets in recent sessions, but Trump's speech dashed those hopes.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

“Uncertainty remains, but evidence is building that when there are signs of de-escalation, investors are eager to reengage.”

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

“More credible steps toward de-escalation are finally emerging, critically including on Iran’s side,” Westpac Strategy Group said in commentary.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

"It has a really compelling interest to do what it can to contribute to de-escalation efforts."

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026