volatile

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The core PCE price index, which strips out volatile food and energy prices, is expected to rise 3%, one-tenth of a percentage point less than previously.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

However, he said he’d have questions about how the war has affected flight schedules, corporate travel and longer-term spending, and how much of a cushion Delta’s premium seating classes might offer against volatile fuel prices.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 5, 2026

“Close attention is likely to be paid to the core number, which strips out volatile food and energy costs, to get an idea of whether the inflation bug is spreading more broadly across the economy.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

While energy prices are naturally volatile, the fund relies on borrowed money to magnify the already-generous yields it collects from its pipeline and infrastructure stocks.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

After she had had some sal volatile and sat still for a few minutes, she said the re was nothing he matter with her except a few bruises.

From "The Magician's Nephew" by C. S. Lewis