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But rising consumer stress, problems bubbling up in private credit and a record borrowing binge by AI companies are all concerns.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 6, 2026
Gates, 51, worked in private practice before serving 10 years as the elected city attorney of Huntington Beach, winning elections in 2014, 2018 and 2022.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
For the speeding offence, Richie entered a guilty plea in writing and his case was dealt with in private via the Single Justice Procedure, external.
From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026
A total of 67 catwalk shows for 2027 Spring-Summer have been planned for this Fashion Week, with dozens of other brands set to show their designs in private viewings and events around the French capital.
From Barron's ● Sep. 28, 2026
It gave me some appreciation for what my parents might have been going through back in the fall when I’d spent a majority of my time in private retreat.
From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx
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