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net

[net] / nɛt /






VERB
gain after expenses
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Many in the top 1% have a vast net worth on paper, which they borrow against to fund a luxurious lifestyle.

From The Wall Street Journal

It said the transactions have unlocked more than $400 million in net proceeds.

From The Wall Street Journal

Net gain isn’t the same as producing net power, though.

From The Wall Street Journal

Wage growth has been similar to that expected sales growth, but with costs such as depreciation not changing much and interest expense probably dropping, net profit margins can rise.

From Barron's

That’s one of three reasons they expect volatility in cruise stocks over the short term, along with negative promotional checks and pressure on net yields.

From Barron's