markets

bull market

A market condition characterized by rising prices and investor optimism, typically a rise of 20% or more.

Example

"The decade-long bull market created enormous wealth for investors who stayed in stocks."

💡 Memory Tip

A bull thrusts UP with its horns. Bull market = prices going UP.

Etymology

A bull thrusts its horns UPWARD when attacking. Bull market = prices going up.

Common Misspellings

bull markitbool marketbull markket

Related Terms

bear marketappreciation

See Also

rallyoptimism

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