sell-offs

Definitions

A rapid or large-scale sale of assets, such as stocks or bonds, often leading to a significant drop in price.

The act of disposing of something, typically at a reduced price, to clear inventory or raise capital.

Examples

The stock market experienced heavy sell-offs following the unexpected announcement of higher interest rates.

Investors panicked during the recent sell-offs, leading to a significant decline in technology sector valuations.

Synonyms

liquidations market crashes fire sales divestments price plunges dumping of assets

Antonyms

acquisitions market rallies investments stock accumulations buying sprees price surges