Technical

Uptrend

A market condition characterized by rising prices, with higher highs and higher lows over time.

Definition

An uptrend is a sustained price movement where each successive peak (high) and trough (low) is higher than the previous one. It indicates bullish sentiment and suggests buyers are in control. Traders often look to buy during uptrends.

How It Works

Price makes higher highs
Price makes higher lows
Draw trend line connecting lows
Trend continues until line is broken

Types of Uptrend

Primary Uptrend

Long-term trend (months to years)

Secondary Uptrend

Medium-term (weeks to months)

Minor Uptrend

Short-term (days to weeks)

Trading Tips

"The trend is your friend" - trade with the trend

Buy pullbacks to trend line support

Broken trend line may signal reversal

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