pessimism
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Some classic west of Scotland pessimism set in.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
“Although we are optimistic about the labor market, things could turn quickly given the pessimism over energy prices and the war in Iran.”
From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026
“Although we expect a record year of issuance in 2026, we view that supply as a risk rather than a reason for pessimism, and expect corporate equity demand will outweigh supply this year,” they said.
From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026
None of this will cure the malaise and pessimism rotting the economy from the inside.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
Now they were demanding monthly and even fortnightly reports, and pestered him constantly about the wisdom of his pessimism.
From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis
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