noun
economic slowdown
Refers to a deceleration in economic activity, often used in news and business contexts.
景気減速が続くと、雇用にも影響が出るだろう。
If the economic slowdown continues, it will likely affect employment as well.
景気後退 implies a recession or downturn, while 景気減速 refers more broadly to a slowdown in growth.
Compound of 景気 (economic conditions) and 減速 (deceleration).