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DBS

American

abbreviation

Television.

direct broadcast satellite: a satellite that transmits television signals that can be picked up directly by a home viewer with a dish antenna.

DBS British

abbreviation

direct broadcasting by satellite
direct broadcasting satellite

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Etymology

Origin of DBS

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

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DBS maintains its 2026 gold and copper price projections at $4,800 a troy ounce and $11,000 a metric ton, respectively.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

DBS raises the stock’s target price to S$4.60 from S$3.30 based on an estimated 32 times 2027 earnings to better reflect a more representative earnings base, while maintaining a buy rating.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

DBS is reviewing its rating and target price.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

Economists at DBS warn that a concurrent surge in food prices alongside energy costs would pose a significant risk for Southeast Asia, echoing the synchronized, commodity-driven inflation spike observed in 2022.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

DBS forecasts factory growth to have been supported by robust electronics manufacturing performance during the month.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

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