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Lately, economists have credited the wealth effect with helping to keep the U.S. economy and markets resilient in the face of myriad shocks, from the latest spike in oil prices to last year’s tariff drama.

From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026

“Leading global publishers have credited us with bringing in listeners, new listeners, and driving double-digit growth in audiobooks,” co-CEO Alex Norström said on the earnings call.

From Barron's • Feb. 9, 2026

Scientists have credited it with helping drive down rates of hepatitis B infection, which can lead to liver damage, cancer and death.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 5, 2025

Serbian officials have credited the drop to tighter cooperation with Austrian police and with Frontex.

From BBC • Aug. 22, 2024

A movement in the hall catches Celia’s eye, and while anyone else might have credited a number of candles or mirrors for the reflection, she knows the cause immediately.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern