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uncertainty

[uhn-sur-tn-tee] / ʌnˈsɜr tn ti /


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“In a world shaped by geopolitical uncertainty, increasing regionalization, and rapid technological change, demand for transport and infrastructure solutions will continue to grow,” Chief Executive Martin Lundstedt said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

It also follows unprecedented attacks from Iran, which has fired thousands of drones and missiles at Gulf targets including airports, casting the wealthy region into sudden economic uncertainty.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Meanwhile, the uncertainty index rose 3 points from April to 91, remaining well above its historical average of 68.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Iranians were also already feeling the strain of weeks of uncertainty.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

“A lot of things could happen,” she said, and heard how half her voice was carved away by uncertainty, and how utterly weak she sounded.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor




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