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Bear/Bearish Market

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This term describes a broader market sentiment where traders collectively believe the market or a specific sector is on a downward trajectory. A bear market typically refers to a prolonged period of declining prices.

A bearish market signifies a period where the collective sentiment among traders leans towards expecting a decline in market prices. Characterised by falling stock prices, increased pessimism, and often economic downturn signals, a bear market can last for months or even years, impacting investment decisions across the board.

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