underperformance
Americannoun
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The biggest, during the global financial crisis, lasted 19 months from 2008 through 2010 and saw an underperformance of 22%.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 22, 2026
Siegel said Fat Brands’ bankruptcy stemmed from its severe debt accumulation, not the underperformance of any particular restaurant.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 22, 2026
However, that underperformance by businesses that serve beer in zip codes with larger Hispanic populations was moderating, despite overall consumer pressures.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 30, 2026
Outcome-based pricing generally means consultants get paid if they achieve certain mutually agreed-upon metrics for the client, or a range of outcomes based on over- or underperformance.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 26, 2026
Signs that retail interest could be distorting prices aren’t hard to find: Shares of retail favorites tend to see greater underperformance following a disappointing earnings report, Ali noted.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 25, 2026
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