hedge against
phrasal verb
hedged against; hedging against; hedges against
: to protect oneself from (something)
They hedge against inflation by investing their money.
looking for ways to hedge against risk/failure
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Across the globe, millions use stablecoins for remittance payments, everyday transactions, and as a hedge against the volatility of local currencies by accessing the relative stability of the U.S. dollar.
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Leeor Shimron, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
In addition to the electoral success of candidates friendlier to crypto, Jacobs said greater numbers of investors across the wealth spectrum — and throughout the world — are coming to view bitcoin as a hedge against geopolitical risks, especially currency devaluations sparked by inflation.
—Rob Wile, NBC News, 5 Dec. 2024
Fittingly for a macroeconomist with a history of dire predictions, the fund is designed as a defensive portfolio, hedging against structurally higher inflation and climate change, among other risks.
—Jesse Pound, CNBC, 13 Dec. 2024
By investing in multiple franchise brands across various industries, entrepreneurs can not only hedge against economic downturns but also capitalize on the strengths and opportunities that different sectors provide.
—Pete First, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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Leeor Shimron, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
In addition to the electoral success of candidates friendlier to crypto, Jacobs said greater numbers of investors across the wealth spectrum — and throughout the world — are coming to view bitcoin as a hedge against geopolitical risks, especially currency devaluations sparked by inflation.
—Rob Wile, NBC News, 5 Dec. 2024
Fittingly for a macroeconomist with a history of dire predictions, the fund is designed as a defensive portfolio, hedging against structurally higher inflation and climate change, among other risks.
—Jesse Pound, CNBC, 13 Dec. 2024
By investing in multiple franchise brands across various industries, entrepreneurs can not only hedge against economic downturns but also capitalize on the strengths and opportunities that different sectors provide.
—Pete First, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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“Hedge against.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hedge%20against. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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