determinant

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The crucial determinant of market direction, however, is what Hartnett calls the Maginot Line of the 5% level on the 30-year U.S.

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

Analysts note that GPU momentum will be an important determinant of the stock’s direction, as investors assess whether the Instinct MI400 is catching on.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026

Core inflation—which excludes the more volatile food and energy prices and is considered a better determinant of long-run trends—is expected to be more muted for March, though still exhibiting some upward momentum.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

Productivity, a crucial determinant of the economy’s long-term health, increased at its fastest pace in two years in the third quarter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 9, 2026

“The most powerful determinant of who you are is inside you,” he said.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover