What Is Bull Market?
Definition and plain-English explanation of "Bull Market"
A bull market is a period in which stock prices are rising or expected to rise — generally defined as a 20% or more increase from recent lows. Bull markets are driven by economic growth, low unemployment, rising corporate earnings, and investor optimism. The longest US bull market ran from 2009 to 2020 (over 11 years).
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