undermine
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"Such actions undermine public order, create unnecessary concern and adversely affect the reputation and economic standing of the United Arab Emirates," the company said, in a note sent to the shops seen by AFP.
From Barron's
He says his tariff policy is aimed at addressing trade imbalances that undermine the U.S. economy.
That, in turn, could undermine financing for the AI investment that has propped up growth or spending by high-income consumers.
There have also been examples of a few individual private-credit loans getting marked down, undermining investor confidence in the valuations of the rest.
Supporters counter that even isolated cases can undermine public trust and argue that stricter rules would reassure voters.
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