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probability

[prob-uh-bil-i-tee] / ˌprɒb əˈbɪl ɪ ti /


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Fed chair Kevin Warsh must navigate a divided central bank committee, elevated inflation, and market expectations of the probability for an interest-rate hike.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

The market has already begun pricing in the probability that the Federal Reserve will move to lift short-term interest rates later this year and next year.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

“We think the probability of a superior bid is relatively low given the strategic review and ‘comprehensive sale process,’ attractive valuation, and shareholder support, among other things,” Kwan says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Prediction markets, however, assign very little probability to Hormuz reopening by the end of this month — an 11% chance on Polymarket.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

You can only list its probability of being there.

From "A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson




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