speculative

Example Sentences

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And rather than the 2026 World Cup, the revenue associated with co-hosting Euro 2028 was deemed to justify the speculative approach.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

“Getting $4 billion for the SV-F route from a speculative financial instrument is just a Hail Mary pass,” a member of the Beverly Grove neighborhood association said in public comments.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

He didn’t believe speculative funds benefited long-term shareholders.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

McGibney described the shift as a reset to its core operating model that reduces the need for speculative inventory, lowers exposure to price swings and makes capital deployment more disciplined.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 25, 2026

Vivi gives her a speculative look and then shakes her head.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black