stalled

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In the U.S., corporate giants are pouring so much capital into AI that the growth of dividends has stalled.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

A breakout above the $16 trigger on February 21 sparked a sharp rally, which ultimately stalled after a bearish island reversal on April 14, accompanied by a 4% gap lower.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

The attacks happened as ceasefire negotiations between the US and Iran stalled, with a deal to end the war failing to advance.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

President Trump said negotiations were in the final stages, but Iran’s Foreign Minister Araghchi said negotiations had stalled, the analysts note.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

It just stopped out of nowhere, like a car stalled on the highway.

From "Leah on the Offbeat" by Becky Albertalli