StrategyBeginner#Market Structure#Basics
Bear Market
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Definition
A sustained period of falling asset prices, typically characterized by negative investor sentiment and high volatility.
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Concept Diagram
Key Takeaways
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A bear market is a prolonged period of declining prices typically defined as a 20% drop from recent highs
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Crypto bear markets can last 12-18 months with drawdowns of 70-90% from cycle peaks
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Smart money accumulates during bear markets while retail traders capitulate in panic
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Bear markets are the best time to research, learn, and build positions for the next cycle
Practical Example
After BTC peaked at $69K in November 2021, the bear market saw it fall to $15.5K by November 2022 — a 77% drawdown. Those who accumulated between $16-20K during the bear saw 3-4x returns in the 2023-2024 recovery.
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