Even though fracking was not a new concept in 2014, its impact on production, coupled with an ongoing economic slowdown, contributed to valuation compression within the energy sector. (indexologyblog.com)
Historically, periods of valuation compression have very much been part of the late - cycle playbook, and late cycle may well be where we are heading in the coming 6 to 12 months. (fidelity.com)
In retrospect, Target's valuation compression appeared linked to competitive pressures, a long - term trend toward online shopping, and changing consumer preferences and buying habits. (indexologyblog.com)