cyclical

American  

[sahy-kli-kuhl, sik-li-] / ˈsaɪ klɪ kəl, ˈsɪk lɪ- /

adjective

1. cyclic.

2. of or denoting a business or stock whose income, value, or earnings fluctuate widely according to variations in the economy or the cycle of the seasons.

   Selling Christmas decorations is a cyclical business.

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noun

1. Usually cyclicals. stocks of cyclical companies.

Other Word Forms

• cyclicality noun
• cyclically adverb
• noncyclical adjective
• noncyclically adverb
• procyclical adjective

Etymology

Origin of cyclical

First recorded in 1810–20; cyclic + -al ¹

Example Sentences

SocGen points out, though, Korean earnings are still essentially cyclical in nature and so remain susceptible to the emerging narrative of a stagflation risk brought about by the conflict in the Middle East.

From MarketWatch

SocGen points out, though, Korean earnings are still essentially cyclical in nature and so remain susceptible to the emerging narrative of a stagflation risk brought about by the conflict in the Middle East.

From MarketWatch

He said the data supported his team’s view that the U.S. economy is heading for a soft-landing cyclical rebound that will last into 2027.

From MarketWatch

“But, we don’t think it is enough to offset the structural and cyclical challenges the payTV business is facing,” MS says.

From The Wall Street Journal

“We expect cyclical sectors and oil importers—some of which have had strong starts to the year and may face vulnerability from positioning adjustments—will likely see pressure unless a resolution occurs quickly.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• periodic
• repetitive
• seasonal