Bulls buck their heads up, symbolizing how confident investors "charge" the market. In contrast, bears swipe down on their prey. Characteristics of a bull market Why do bull markets happen?

A bull market is a period of economic optimism during which most stock prices rise—it is the opposite of a bear market, during which stock prices decline. Using market data to identify trends (a ...

Characteristics of a bear market A bear market generally means a downward-trending market, with key characteristics such as the following: Although definitions can vary, a bear market is typically ...

In this blog, we will explore the methodology behind the S&P 500 U.S. Revenue Market Leaders 50 Index, its historical ...