The phrase "downside pressure" refers to a situation where there is a force or influence pushing something in a negative direction or causing it to decline. Full definition
A U.S. crude inventory build of 2.6 million barrels in the week through Dec. 25 could keep downside pressure on oil, reports CNBC's Jackie DeAngelis. (cnbc.com)
Yesterdayâ $ ™ s 5 - Year Note auction was received positively by traders but overnight strength in equities and gold are helping to keep downside pressure on December Treasury Bonds and December Treasury Notes. (forexfloor.com)
The coming week could see more downside pressure for crude, especially if the tensions surrounding Iran evaporate. (sharptrader.com)