Bear Market
An extended stretch when prices are broadly falling.
A bear market is a prolonged decline, usually defined as a drop of 20% or more. It's uncomfortable but normal and temporary — historically followed by recovery. The most valuable habit to model for a kid during one is calm: keep holding, keep investing, don't panic-sell at the bottom.
Explain it to your kid
"A time when lots of investments are going down."
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