optimism
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Focus is on a meeting between President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping amid tentative optimism that this could lead to progress on trade and the Iran war.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
Tesla stock is wavering amid optimism for Full Self-Driving approval in China following CEO Elon Musk’s visit.
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
IPOs often come with great stories, optimism about what is possible and tons of media coverage.
From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026
U.S. small business optimism index rose 0.1 points to 95.9 in April, but rising cost pressures hampered sentiment.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026
Dimple looked at his eager, open face, at the optimism and cheerfulness there, and felt her resolve melting.
From "When Dimple Met Rishi" by Sandhya Menon
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