volatility

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The Emirati dirham is pegged to the dollar and backed by foreign-currency reserves of $270 billion, but the war has put it under pressures from capital-flight risks, stock-market volatility and other disruptions, analysts said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

He adds that gold has shown resilience in higher volatility trading in recent weeks, but the attitude towards precious metals remains more leaning towards speculation than being a safe-haven choice.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

The egg industry has long argued that volatility is typical in agricultural markets and rising prices were a response to reduced supply from the bird flu epidemic and higher production costs.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

Having played for both Everton and Arsenal, Arteta opened Guardiola's eyes about the Premier League tempo, refereeing, emotional volatility of fans and physical demands.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

Ac-cording to members of the extended family, his moods can be dark and mercurial, although they say his famous temper has lost much of its volatility in recent years.

From "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer