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downside

[doun-sahyd] / ˈdaʊnˌsaɪd /


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The precious metal faces limited downside due to the so-called dollar debasement trade continuing to attract investor buying, ANZ Research analysts write in a note.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 27, 2026

However, Cnooc’s cost base remains among the most competitive globally, which provides meaningful downside protection in scenarios of lower oil prices, as did its strong project pipeline, DBS says.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 27, 2026

The bank’s global equity derivatives strategy team led by Stefano Pascale noted that option markets suggest “a divergence of downside opinions” for traders of stocks and bonds.

From MarketWatch Aug. 13, 2026

If there’s a downside to stopping in the “hidden valley of enchantment,” it’s the distinct lack of shaded parking.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 13, 2026

In the morning, when I return to my tower, I am still downside up, but there is much hostling and bostling going on at Casa Rosa.

From "The Unfinished Angel" by Sharon Creech

The AI chip leader is using its financial muscle to win the supply battle, but it comes with downsides.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 27, 2026

In a statement, the group said AI could become more powerful over a decade, driving an unprecedented economic transformation that could bring downsides but also opportunities such as “major gains in living standards.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 14, 2026

The increased exposure also comes with downsides - such as increased scrutiny.

From BBC Jun. 29, 2026

The air conditioning units do have some downsides.

From Barron's Jun. 25, 2026

It turned out that coming from such far corners of the social universe had its downsides.

From "If I Stay" by Gayle Forman




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