contraction
Example Sentences
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Strong growth in the spring and summer offset a small contraction in GDP in the first quarter, positioning the economy to expand by at least 2% for the fourth year in a row.
From MarketWatch
OTTAWA—Economic activity in Canada has stumbled so far in the final quarter of 2025, with early signs pointing to an only modest pickup last month after a sharp contraction in October.
“Even though markets have been choppy for about six weeks, the backdrop remains strong and this contraction in valuations is presenting opportunities for investors who don’t have enough stock exposure,” he said.
From Barron's
However, risk remain, among them China’s private investment contraction and the threat of an overheating U.S. economy, Fitch says.
It nevertheless marks the sixth straight month of expansion after nearly three years in contraction.
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