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Bear Market

A sustained decline of 20% or more from recent highs.

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Bear markets are typically shorter (12-18 months average) but sharper than bull market gains. Driven by recessions, financial crises, inflation shocks, or asset bubble bursts. Early-bear signals: yield curve inversion, credit spread widening, high-yield bond stress.

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What is Bear Market?

A sustained decline of 20% or more from recent highs. Bear markets are typically shorter (12-18 months average) but sharper than bull market gains. Driven by recessions, financial crises, inflation shocks, or asset bubble bursts. Early-bear signals: yield curve inversion, credit spread widening, high-yield bond stress.

Why does Bear Market matter for investors?

In markets, Bear Market is one of the building blocks investors use to compare opportunities and assess risk. Understanding it helps you read research notes, earnings reports, and market commentary without getting lost in jargon.

How is Bear Market used in practice?

Bear markets are typically shorter (12-18 months average) but sharper than bull market gains. Driven by recessions, financial crises, inflation shocks, or asset bubble bursts.

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