downbeat

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While the tone was downbeat, or at best cautious, what was remarkable was how little the Fund changed its global growth outlook from its January update.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

JPMorgan Chase beat first-quarter earnings expectations, as volatility from the Iran conflict led to record market revenue — but the stock pulled back after a downbeat view on net interest income.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

When it came to the economy, the prime minister was again fairly downbeat.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

Norwegian’s sales miss and downbeat booking and profit outlooks spark concern about demand for cruises.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

Having children feel the strong beats such as the downbeat, the first beat in a measure, is relatively easy.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin