downward

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There has been a downward trend in the amount of victim-based offences resulting in a charge or summons across England and Wales, according to UK government data.

From BBC

After an initial sideways phase, two-year Treasury yields are likely to resume their downward trend following Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts expected from June onwards, says the head of research at the German bank.

From The Wall Street Journal

Trade tensions between the U.S. and China put downward pressure on markets as investors expect a 25-basis-point rate cut this month.

From The Wall Street Journal

Despite uncertainty around the details, Goldman Sachs expects downward risks to crude prices.

From The Wall Street Journal

This downward trend in tenure significantly increases pressure on CEOs to focus on short-term results.

From Barron's