Sentiment Patterns During Bear Markets
Analysis of investor sentiment indicators and market psychology during major bear market periods throughout history.
Bear markets exhibit distinct sentiment patterns that provide valuable insights for timing market bottoms and understanding investor psychology during downturns.
Key Insights
Point 1
Capitulation phases and sentiment extremes
Point 2
Put/call ratio spikes during bear market lows
Point 3
Survey-based sentiment indicators
Point 4
Insider buying patterns during distressed periods
Point 5
Media coverage and contrarian signals
Practical Applications
Look for extreme pessimism at bear market lows
Monitor insider buying as bottom signal
Use survey sentiment as contrarian indicator
Track margin debt reduction patterns
Watch for volume capitulation events
Related Market Indicators
Financial Glossary
Market Capitalization
Total value of company's outstanding shares
Fundamental AnalysisPrice to Earnings Ratio
Valuation metric comparing price to earnings
Fundamental AnalysisDividend Yield
Annual dividend as percentage of stock price
Income InvestingBeta Coefficient
Measure of stock volatility relative to market
Risk ManagementBull Market
Sustained period of rising stock prices
Market Cycles