Postdip

Postdip is a term used to describe the period following a dip, or temporary decline, in a measured value such as price, activity, or interest. The term is not tied to a single discipline and appears in data analysis, finance, and online discourse. It is formed from post- and dip, indicating an interval after a decline.

In data analysis, postdip refers to the phase after a downward movement in a time series, during which values may stabilize, recover, or resume growth. Analysts may examine postdip indicators to assess whether a decline is a short-lived fluctuation or the start of a longer-term trend change.

In finance, postdip can describe expectations or strategies after a short-term price drop. Traders may look for postdip support levels or signs of a rebound before increasing exposure, though the term is informal and usage varies by context.

In cultural and online discourse, postdip refers to the renewal of interest, engagement, or discussion after a period of decline. It is used in reports on social-media trends and the lifecycle of topics or memes.

Critically, the term can be vague and context-dependent; precise definitions are preferred in formal analysis. Some sources treat postdip as synonymous with rebound or recovery, while others reserve it for a specific moment when decline indicators cease to worsen.

See also: dip, recovery, rebound, trough, upswing.