loss

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More than half failed to make a profit last year, while changes to national insurance and business rates resulted in a loss of 6,000 jobs.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026

It reported a loss of $12.1 million on $112.3 million in revenue in the quarter ended March 28.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 25, 2026

When I went to the studio, I was inspired by loss, or a love that’s gone away, with respect and love for the community that supports me.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

You might want to lock in profits from a stock investment that has grown a lot, or sell something that tanked and use that loss for tax purposes to offset your gains.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 25, 2026

The end of every month also happened to be when Wall Street traders sent their profit and loss statements to their managers and risk managers.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis