A statistical measure of the dispersion of returns for a security. Higher volatility means the price can change dramatically in either direction over a short period.
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52-Week High/Low
The highest and lowest prices at which a stock has traded during the past 52 weeks (one year). Stocks near 52-week highs may indicate strength; near 52-week lows may indicate weakness or value.
Bear Market
A market condition where prices are falling or expected to fall, typically defined as a decline of 20% or more from recent highs.
Beta
A measure of a stock's volatility relative to the overall market. Beta of 1 means the stock moves with the market; above 1 means more volatile; below 1 means less volatile.
Bull Market
A market condition where prices are rising or expected to rise, characterized by investor optimism and sustained upward trends.
Consolidation
A period where a stock's price moves sideways within a narrow range, indicating indecision between buyers and sellers before a breakout or breakdown.
Gap Up / Gap Down
When a stock opens significantly higher (gap up) or lower (gap down) than the previous day's close, creating a visible gap on the price chart. Often caused by overnight news or events.