Definition of Bull Market



A bull market or bullish market is a financial market situation when the prices of securities (Stocks) are expected to increase or already increased. The bullish market is an indicator of a stronger economy when investors are confident and optimistic about future expectations. Apart from frequent day to day increase or decrease in prices of stocks, the bullish market tends to last longer, usually for months and sometimes for years.

 


Generally when prices rise by 20% the market is assumed to be bullish but this is not a rule. Some other indications that the market is bullish are lower unemployment rates, positive demands for stocks, and higher gross domestic products.

 


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