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downtrend

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[doun-trend] / ˈdaʊnˌtrɛnd /

noun

  1. a downward or decreasing tendency, movement, or shift.

    a downtrend in gasoline consumption; a downtrend in stock prices.

Etymology

Origin of downtrend

First recorded in 1925–30; down 1 + trend

Example Sentences

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We would respect the intermediate-term downtrend that applies to the Mag Seven versus the SPX and to most stocks in absolute terms.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

The stock has declined 23% this year and has largely been stuck in a downtrend since its last earnings report.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

The SPX chart is still bearish and remains in a strong downtrend, marked by a string of lower highs and lower lows.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

Within the S&P 500, Turnquist pointed to more than 80% of the communication-services, consumer-discretionary and technology-sector stocks now trading in a downtrend, as well as roughly 76% of financials stocks.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026

Core inflation measures are also expected to ease slightly, confirming a downtrend and supporting the view among some economists that the RBA may not need to raise interest rates again.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

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