She made some risky investments and 'in consequence' [='consequently'] lost a lot of money. = She lost a lot of money 'in consequence' of some risky investments.
Hundreds of people became sick 'as a consequence' [='as a result'] of the poor sanitary conditions.
The outcome of the election will be of little 'consequence' (to me). [=will not matter much to me]
(..) - You'll find out in years. It's about the future, isn't it? DOC: Information about the future. MARTY: Wait a minute. I warned you about this, kid. The consequences could be disastrous! Doc, that's a risk you're going to have to take. - Your life depends on it! - No! (..)1985 Back to the Future