uptrend

noun

up·​trend ˈəp-ˌtrend How to pronounce uptrend (audio)
: an upturn especially in business or economic activity

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The April outlook readings for the demographic continued a six-month uptrend, reflecting continued relative strength in the jobs market. Betty Lin-Fisher, USA Today, 20 Apr. 2025 There is support at the recent lows and then the uptrend, line c. Tom Aspray, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025 This affirms that the cyclical uptrend is no longer intact and increases risk of a prolonged correction for semiconductor stocks. Katie Stockton, CNBC, 14 Apr. 2025 This week’s upswing also brings Prudential back up to retest its most recent swing high in late February, meaning a break above current levels would create a higher high and suggest a new uptrend phase. David Keller, CNBC, 27 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for uptrend

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First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of uptrend was in 1926

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“Uptrend.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/uptrend. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.

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uptrend

noun
up·​trend ˈəp-ˌtrend How to pronounce uptrend (audio)
: a rise especially in business or activity

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