Mr. Slott says he plans to monitor his Roths and then reverse the conversions (called "recharacterization") of accounts that have dropped in value or lagged behind.

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Value stocks have lagged growth stocks over the past six years.

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The value of his vehicle lagged behind the overall market.

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The 49 stores being purchased for an undisclosed payment are of strategic value to Morrisons which has lagged other supermarkets in creating a convenience-store format, as well as a home delivery service.

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The fact that the stock price has lagged the increase in per-share book value is what savvy investors should take note of.

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Brazil is also seeking to export higher-value produce, in which it has traditionally lagged.

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The materials sector, including metal and mining companies, lagged all industries with a 55% drop in profits and 19% decline in market value.

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