The phrase "major headwind" means encountering a strong force or obstacle that makes it difficult to achieve or make progress towards a goal. It is like trying to move forward against a powerful wind blowing directly in your face. Full definition
But while Wall Street was rebounding, President Obama has faced major headwinds in a series of fiscal crises in Washington, not just the debt ceiling battle last year but also a face - off over the same issue in the summer of 2011 that unnerved Wall Street and prompted a downgrade in the country's credit rating. (nytimes.com)
That's suppressed by major headwinds, though — this is the second year running that Business Insider Intelligence has halved its projected growth rate. (businessinsider.com)
It's unfortunate that his two best moves are likely short term benefits and his two worst moves, the Dieng and Wiggins extensions, are likely to create major headwinds going forward. (sbnation.com)