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net

[net] / nɛt /






VERB
gain after expenses
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Much of it is driven by mortgage debt, which analysts argue helps increase net worth, while the rest is consumer credit and other loans.

From BBC • Jun. 27, 2026

The Matisse Discounted Bond CEF Strategy is a distinctive fund focused on buying cheaply valued closed-end bond funds that trade at a discount to their net asset value.

From Barron's • Jun. 26, 2026

The company’s net income grew 35% to $3.4 billion year-over-year during that quarter.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026

All of them are currently selling at discounts to their net asset value of at least 5%, meaning you are getting $1 for 95 cents or less.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 26, 2026

Jonah caught the ball as it fell through the net.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix




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