disappointing

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Nike provided a disappointing sales outlook, and the quick harsh reaction in the stock market might be laying the groundwork for a lucrative long-term investment.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

Worries about the inflationary impact of rising crude-oil prices, coupled with a series of disappointing U.S. debt auctions, pushed Treasury yields higher this week, while stocks, precious metals and bitcoin continued to struggle.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 29, 2026

Despite $373 billion in cash and defensive businesses, Berkshire’s stock performance is disappointing.

From Barron's • Mar. 28, 2026

Former England white-ball captain Jos Buttler will hope to find form after a disappointing World Cup as he returns to Gujarat Titans, where he is joined by batter Tom Banton and left-arm seamer Luke Wood.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

The last fact wasn’t actually disappointing, but a point of zoological interest.

From "Klawde: Evil Alien Warlord Cat" by Johnny Marciano and Emily Chenoweth