decrease in growth rate

[/dɪˈkris ɪn ɡroʊθ reɪt/]
noun phrasepl: decreases in growth rate
diminuição na taxa de crescimento
1. A reduction in the speed or percentage at which something (economy, population, business, etc.) is growing
The company reported a decrease in growth rate compared to the previous quarter.
A empresa reportou uma diminuição na taxa de crescimento comparado ao trimestre anterior.
2. Economic or statistical phenomenon where the rate of increase becomes slower
A decrease in growth rate can indicate economic challenges ahead.
Uma diminuição na taxa de crescimento pode indicar desafios econômicos à frente.
This term is commonly used in Brazilian and American business, economics, and government reports. In Brazil, it's particularly relevant during discussions of economic policy and inflation control. The phrase is neutral and technical, used across financial media, Central Bank reports (Banco Central do Brasil), and corporate earnings calls.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
slowdown in growthreduced growth ratedecline in growthdeceleration of growth
Antonyms / Antônimos
increase in growth rateacceleration of growthrise in growth rate

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
diminuição na taxa de crescimento
Most common and formal usage in business and economic contexts
São Paulo
queda na taxa de crescimento
Alternative term using 'queda' (fall) in business districts
Rio de Janeiro
redução da taxa de crescimento
Slightly more formal alternative in government and academic contexts
Portugal
diminuição da taxa de crescimento
Portuguese usage, maintaining same structure as Brazilian Portuguese

Related Words

growth rateeconomic slowdownrecessionGDP declinecontractionexpansion

Related Idioms & Phrases

hit a growth ceiling
lose momentum in growth
growth plateau
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