A bull market refers to 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, real estate, currencies, and commodities. Historically, a bull market is marked by a 20% rise, typically after a previous decline of 20% and before a second 20% decline. Bull markets can last for months or even years and are driven by strong economic fundamentals and high investor confidence.
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