The phrase "moderate decline" is grammatically correct and can be used in written English.
It is typically used to describe a gradual decrease or reduction in something, such as a trend or a certain condition. Example: "The economy saw a moderate decline in growth over the past year."
A moderate decline is forgivable; no remorse is called for.
Predictions this year range from a slight increase to a moderate decline.
The ZEW surveys of economic expectations among business leaders plunged from 12.1 to 1.9 points, significantly missing market consensus of a more moderate decline to 6.5 points.
There are 40 species on the red list, 121 on the amber list (showing moderate decline) and only 86 on green (numbers increasing or stable).
Julian Hardwick, an analyst at Royal Bank of Scotland, expects a more moderate decline in organic volumes than in previous quarters.
This is getting close to deflation.While a moderate decline of the dollar might be benign for the world, a sudden plunge would be another story altogetherWhile a moderate decline of the dollar might be benign for the world, a sudden plunge would be another story altogether.
But while a precipitous decline in the dollar might wreak havoc in the American economy and the markets, a moderate decline does not seem to be a big worry for Washington.
"Top-line results came in somewhat ahead of expectations, reflecting a more moderate decline in U.S. comps," Colin McGranahan, an analyst at Sanford C. Bernstein & Company, wrote in a note to clients.
That moderate decline was mitigated by the index's higher income cushion at the time — and by the fact that the index was not as dependent on rate-sensitive government issues as it is today.
But if QE is perceived to stabilise the European economy, it could end up being positive for the euro, at least in the short term.As far as European economies are concerned a moderate decline in the euro would probably be good news, as it would deliver a modest stimulus at a time of turmoil.
If only annual means are considered, almost no change in precipitation can be detected, although a moderate decline is visible.
