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So far, ConocoPhillips has recouped $800 million, while legal actions in 2025 could mean another $1 billion for the oil major, in theory, they said.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 5, 2026

The club has recouped some of that through a frenzy of player sales.

From The Wall Street Journal • Aug. 11, 2025

Israel has recouped losses in the shekel and its bonds have rebounded.

From Reuters • Nov. 12, 2023

His office, after reviewing invoices, has recouped about $625,000 from the overrun, including the $400,000 rescinded from future lease payments, said Wrigley, who made clear the full amount isn’t final.

From Washington Times • Oct. 4, 2023

The Broadway revival of “Funny Girl” starring Lea Michele is now officially a hit: It has recouped its capitalization costs, completing a remarkable box office turnaround of the sort rarely seen in the commercial theater.

From New York Times • Aug. 7, 2023