economic pressure

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A third possibility is that Cuba buckles under the weight of the massive economic pressure it is facing, which has already led to hours-long daily blackouts and massive food shortages on the island.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

“It’s no secret that American consumers continue to face sustained economic pressure, and many are eager to stretch their dollars further, especially as gas prices remain high,” a Fetch spokesperson told Barron’s.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

The wartime losses are putting Iranian leaders under economic pressure to reach a deal.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Lower-income consumers, facing tough economic pressure, are increasingly turning to food banks, Moran said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

“And yet,” pointed out Byerley, “you have a Machine of your own, and you are certainly under no economic pressure from across the ocean.”

From "I, Robot" by Isaac Asimov