slump

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Shares have been mired in a long slump, falling for seven consecutive weeks and down 19% since the company reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter earnings in late January.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Tesla stock has fallen 22% this year and 19% since late January earnings, experiencing a seven-week slump.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Consumer-discretionary stocks were among the biggest decliners in the S&P 500, extending a slump fueled by fears the war will drag on economic growth.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

The private-equity industry’s fundraising slump continued in the first quarter amid turmoil in the private-credit and software markets and uncertainty over the war in Iran.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

He uses phrases like “mutual respect” and “exemplary manners,” while people slump in their seats and yawn, waiting for practical information like grading or homework policies.

From "Amina's Song" by Hena Khan