downward

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The weighted ratio’s signal appears to be stronger, but both ratios have turned downward, and the computer analysis programs are calling buy signals for both.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

Although widely recognized as perhaps the greatest golfer of all time, Woods, 50, has been in a downward spiral personally and professionally for years.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

The January figure was revised downward and represented a 0.5% decrease from December, the Commerce Department said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Dividend coverage ratios, or the ratio of net investment income to total dividends, have been drifting downward.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

The tunnel spiraled gently downward, the ceiling supported by white stone arches that reminded Frank of a whale’s rib cage.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan