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Both have been trading at mid-teens multiples of their expected earnings for more than a year, versus single-digit multiples as recently as 2022.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

Sales of extracts, herbs, spices and seasonings rose 10% by volume over the past year versus the same period four years ago, according to data from market-research firm NIQ.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

It’s more expensive for women due to their longer life expectancy: $524 for a 65-year-old single woman versus $966 for a 75-year-old woman.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

“This is not a red versus blue issue,” said Sheila Clark, president and chief executive of the California Hospice and Palliative Care Assn.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

The cost had risen due to inflation and was now $800 per semester versus $550.

From "I Will Always Write Back" by Caitlin Alifirenka and Martin Ganda