bellwether

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But what they still lack is a sustained rebound in tech stocks—the bellwether sector that has powered the S&P 500 throughout the bull market that began in late 2022.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

The first bellwether there is set to begin in Oakland this summer.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2026

The 42-year-old, who has penned more than 600 stories since rejoining Fortune in July, may be a bellwether for where much of the media business is headed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

They believe the outcome bodes well for the eight bellwether trials set to follow in the months ahead.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

The old kapater goat, which acted as bellwether of the flock, strode proudly into the enclosure, well ahead of the others, and took his station on a rock which rose up in the middle.

From Kafir Stories Seven Short Stories by Scully, W. C. (William Charles)