slowdown

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The dominance of Chinese brands remains true even as their home market shrinks amid an economic slowdown.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026

Lending to this sector now accounts for about 15% of portfolios generally and so any material slowdown in the sector’s growth prospects could have a disproportionate impact on credit markets.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 29, 2026

Experimenting with Whatnot started as a way to combat a slowdown in business in 2023.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 27, 2026

The S&P 500 is down 3% from its record close but faces risks from potential Fed rate hikes and a possible slowdown in AI chip demand.

From Barron's • Jun. 24, 2026

By the fall of 1917, Elizebeth and William were anxious about the slowdown.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield