Definition of Types of Trends in Indices

The two different types of trends are upward trend and downward trend.

Upward Trend

Upward trend is a bullish market movement where prices in general close higher than where they opened.

An upward trend can be identified by drawing an upward trend-line on the price chart.

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Downwards Trend

Downward trend is a bearish market movement where prices generally close lower than where they opened.

A downward trend can be identified by drawing a downward trend-line on the price chart.

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