Definition of bear market


a
b
c
d
e
f
g
h
i
j
k
l
m
n
o
p
q
r
s
t
u
v
w
y
z

search


TeachMeFinance.com - explain bear market



Bear market -- A market in which, in a time of falling prices, shareholders may rush to sell their stock shares, adding to the downward momentum.

another definition...

bear market -- a condition of a stock market characterized by a selling trend and declining prices. Opposite of a bull market.

historic definition...

Bear market -- A speculative term which signifies a declining market; in other words, that the tendency of prices is downward.


Copyright © 2005 by Mark McCracken, All Rights Reserved. TeachMeFinance.com is an informational website, and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial or legal advice. TeachMeFinance.com and its owner recommend consultation with a professional financial advisor prior to any investment or financial decision. Please read our disclaimer.