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Independent power producers rerated like technology stocks, and utilities that spent decades as bond proxies suddenly had growth stories.

From MarketWatch Jul. 27, 2026

The corsairs, sometimes defining themselves as a naval mujahideen, also acted as mercenaries or proxies.

From Salon Jul. 4, 2026

It is a far more usable weapon, and much cheaper, than the network of allies and proxies it spent decades and billions building in the Middle East.

From BBC Jun. 18, 2026

Options are stock proxies and they let investors control more stock for less money than buying stock.

From Barron's Jun. 10, 2026

Lawyers for each side met with inspectors of elections, whose job it was to approve or eliminate questionable proxies.

From "Outliers" by Malcolm Gladwell