GLOSSARY TERM
Bull Market
A bull market is a period when stock prices rise clearly and stay on an upward trend for some time. It usually describes a broad market increase, not just one stock going up.
What does this mean in practice?
In a bull market, investor confidence is often stronger, company values may rise and portfolios can grow quickly. News and market mood usually feel more positive. However, rising markets do not go up in a straight line and periods of growth are always followed by some setbacks along the way.
Example
If a broad market index rises from 100 to 125 over time, that is a gain of 25%. This would commonly be seen as part of a bull market.
Why it matters
Understanding bull markets helps you see that strong growth periods are a normal part of investing. It also reminds you not to become overconfident when markets are rising. Long-term investors benefit most by staying consistent in both good markets and bad ones.
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