underlying
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This structure magnifies any losses on the underlying loans and creates the danger that any meaningful drop in net asset values will boost leverage and force loan sales.
From Barron's
“The modest rise in New Zealand’s jobless rate masks the fact that underlying labor market conditions have started to improve,” said Abhijit Surya, economist at Capital Economics.
Gold and silver staged a rebound after two sessions of heavy selling, as underlying drivers of demand remain strong and current price levels drew renewed buyer interest.
Gold and silver staged a rebound after two sessions of heavy selling that rippled across commodity markets, as underlying drivers of demand remain strong and current price levels draw renewed interest from buyers.
When outcomes worsen, we are tempted to regulate expression rather than confront underlying issues.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.