volatile

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Fuel surcharges are a tool long used by parcel delivery companies to control their exposure to volatile fuel prices.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

This is part of Cal-Maine’s strategy to steadily move away from its reliance on volatile commodity egg pricing and build a more predictable and less cyclical business.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

"It is increasingly clear that as the world continues down this volatile path, our long-term national interest requires closer partnership with our allies in Europe and with the European Union," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

As such, he expects the S&P 500 to remain volatile, limited upside followed by swift corrections.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

It was the end of August, all volatile heat and the occasional breeze.

From "A Very Large Expanse of Sea" by Tahereh Mafi