Bull Market
A bull market is a financial market of a group of securities in which prices are rising or are expected to rise. The term “bull market” is most often used to refer to the stock market, but can be applied to anything that is traded, such as bonds, currencies and commodities. Bull markets are characterized by optimism, investor confidence and expectations that strong results should continue.
History of the Term
The term “bull market” was first used in the 18th century by stock market speculators. It is believed to have originated from the way a bull attacks its prey by thrusting its horns up into the air. This is similar to the way in which stock prices move up during a bull market. The term “bear market” was also coined during this time, and is used to describe a market in which prices are falling or are expected to fall.
Comparison Table
| Bull Market | Bear Market |
|---|---|
| Prices are rising | Prices are falling |
| Optimism | Pessimism |
| Investor confidence | Investor fear |
| Expectations of strong results | Expectations of weak results |
Summary
A bull market is a financial market in which prices are rising or are expected to rise. It is characterized by optimism, investor confidence and expectations that strong results should continue. For more information about bull markets, you can visit websites such as Investopedia, The Balance, and MarketWatch.
See Also
- Bear Market
- Stock Market
- Bond Market
- Currency Market
- Commodity Market
- Market Sentiment
- Market Cycle
- Market Volatility
- Market Index
- Market Trend
