lagging

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While Monday’s move left many investors scratching their heads, others have furnished explanations for why U.S. stocks have outperformed their international rivals since the start of the conflict, after lagging behind earlier in the year.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

It’s delivered average annual returns of 9.8% over the past decade, lagging the market’s 14.5% returns, but showing far less volatility.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

The energy sector is on the rise after lagging behind the S&P 500’s strong performance over the past three years.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

The stock market dip came after the company announced weak holiday-season sales, with Barbie products lagging.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

Once the concrete had set, the lagging was removed and the centering was lowered and moved onto the scaffolding of the next bay.

From "Cathedral: The Story of Its Construction" by David Macaulay