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“We’re about three standard deviations higher than the norm, and that’s way out of line, and just to come back to that level you would have 40% — 45% selling,” he said.

From MarketWatch Jul. 17, 2026

And when those incentives get out of line, I’m watching for that because it creates conflicts and then there should be opportunity right around the corner.

From The Wall Street Journal May 27, 2026

"Obviously, if they stepped out of line, there was repercussions as well," Frampton added.

From BBC May 18, 2026

That ratio isn’t out of line for the utility sector, however.

From Barron's Feb. 18, 2026

Sahil was so out of line, it was ridiculous.

From "From Twinkle, with Love" by Sandhya Menon




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