Bull markets that never end are every investor's dream. Unfortunately never-ending bull markets are just that...a dream. All good things must end. Bull markets are no exception. However...history seems to repeat itself, allowing us to learn the recognizable life cycle of all bull markets. Something that we can watch for. It won't guarantee you'll never get burned, but it sure gives you a better chance of protecting yourself when you're wondering what might happen next. Bull Markets: Know Their Typical Trajectory Bull markets off all shapes and sizes share some common characteristics, whether in stocks, bonds, commodities, or real estate. All bull markets tend to follow a similar four part path: 1) The Bull is born and starts to grow very slowly. 2) The Bull gets stronger and less wobbly on its feet. It starts to grow more quickly. 3) The Bull is given steroids by the farmer and grows unnaturally quickly. 4) The farmer decides he wants a big steak and the bull market dies...now it's a bear. Bull Markets Phase 1 The first stage is slow and gradual. It occurs when the market has reached a bottom ...
