Bull Market
A bull market is a period when investment prices are generally rising and investor confidence is strong.
1 min read Learning to Invest
What it means
A bull market is a period when investment prices are generally rising and investor confidence is strong. Bull markets can last for months or even years, although prices won't rise every single day.
Example
Following an economic recovery, stock markets may rise steadily over several years as company profits grow.
Why it matters
Knowing what a bull market is can help you understand news reports without assuming markets only move upwards.
Many of the strongest investing returns have been earned during long bull markets.
What causes a bull market?
There isn't one single cause, but improving economic conditions, company earnings and investor confidence often contribute.