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Bull market — definition & meaning

A market in a sustained uptrend, with rising prices and optimism.

A bull market is a prolonged period of rising prices and positive sentiment. A rise of about 20% from lows is a common informal threshold.

'Bullish' describes an expectation of rising prices. Bull markets can last years, but they always end, and chasing late-stage rallies is a classic beginner mistake.

The information on Trding.io is for general information only and is not investment advice. Trading involves a real risk of losing money, and most retail traders lose. Never trade money you cannot afford to lose.

Related terms

Bear market
A market in a sustained downtrend, often defined as a 20% fall.
Trend
The general direction a market is moving over time.
Correction
A moderate fall in price, often defined as a drop of around 10%.
Golden cross
When a short-term average crosses above a long-term one — a bullish signal.
Long
Buying an asset expecting its price to rise so you can sell higher.
Short
Selling an asset you expect to fall, aiming to buy it back cheaper.

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