downturn indicator
[ˈdaʊn.tɜːrn ˈɪn.də.keɪ.tər]
nounpl: downturn indicators
indicador de desaceleração econômica
1. A statistical measure or economic signal that suggests an impending decline in economic activity, business performance, or market conditions
Rising unemployment is a key downturn indicator that economists monitor closely.
O aumento do desemprego é um indicador de desaceleração econômica importante que os economistas monitoram de perto.
2. A measurable factor used to predict or forecast an economic recession or market correction
The inverted yield curve is considered a reliable downturn indicator for predicting recessions.
A curva de rendimento invertida é considerada um indicador confiável de desaceleração para prever recessões.
3. Any metric showing deterioration in economic health, consumer confidence, or business activity
Falling consumer spending is an important downturn indicator in retail markets.
A queda nos gastos do consumidor é um indicador importante de desaceleração nos mercados varejistas.
In both Brazilian and American financial contexts, downturn indicators are critical tools used by central banks, government agencies, and investment firms to guide monetary policy and investment decisions. In Brazil, monitoring downturn indicators has become increasingly important given the country's economic volatility, while in the USA, indicators like the S&P 500 and unemployment rates are closely tracked by major financial institutions and the Federal Reserve.
NYC Slang
canary in the coal mine (informal); red flag (informal)
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