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Definition of

recession

Economics

slowdown of economic activity a stage of the business cycle in which economic activity is in slow decline. Recession usually follows a boom, and precedes a depression. It is characterized by rising unemployment and falling levels of output and investment.

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Definitions of ’recession’ and meaning of ’recession’ are from the book publication, QFINANCE – The Ultimate Resource, © 2009 Bloomsbury Information Ltd. Find definitions for ’recession’ and other financial terms with our online QFINANCE Financial Dictionary.

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