In trading, bullish and bearish are terms used to describe a trader’s or market’s expectation about price movement.
Bullish means you expect prices to rise from their current level.
Bearish means you expect prices to fall from their current level.
What is a Bullish market?
When a trader or market is bullish, it reflects optimism that prices will move higher.
Bullish traders typically look to open long (buy) positions
Profits are made if the market price increases after entering the trade
What is a Bearish market?
When a trader or market is bearish, it reflects an expectation that prices will decline.
Bearish traders typically look to open short (sell) positions
Profits are made if the market price falls below the entry price
