leverage

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Backup plans are being made, and in the immediate aftermath of such a decision from the court, expect to see a range of new Section 232 and 301 investigations and the leveraging of existing investigations.

From The Wall Street Journal

That could increase pressure on speculators with leveraged positions to sell in order to maintain the proper margin for futures contracts expiring in March.

From Barron's

Decentralized operations, a strong balance sheet, modest leverage and a culture of trust all served one purpose: preserving judgment under stress.

From MarketWatch

Decentralized operations, a strong balance sheet, modest leverage and a culture of trust all served one purpose: preserving judgment under stress.

From MarketWatch

Once a pregnancy begins, a surrogate holds little leverage if payments aren’t forthcoming.

From The Wall Street Journal