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In his Monday note, Curtis said he expects the acquisition to contribute less than $100 million in annual revenue for Credo.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

Sun’s path from World Liberty’s savior to an unlikely leader of an investor rebellion began less than two years ago, when his $30 million investment saved the startup from a disappointing fundraising.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

The Monday meeting adjourned in just under three hours — with board members using less than the four hours set aside on their schedule.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

While two— Royal Bank of Canada and Bank of Nova Scotia —have eked out gains of less than 1%, others are roaring ahead.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

The next— here he was, less than a block from home.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville