
Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the characteristics of bull markets and emphasizes that once a main theme is established, it tends to persist throughout the bull market, with occasional adjustments but overall strength until the market ends [5][6]. Market Characteristics - Historical bull markets from 2005 to 2021 show significant style shifts, with small-cap stocks performing well before 2007, while large-cap stocks dominated afterward, leading to a rapid increase from around 3000 points to 6124 points [7]. - In the 2014-2015 bull market, large-cap stocks like brokers, banks, and insurance companies initially performed well, but by 2015, smaller stocks began to gain momentum, culminating in a focus on innovative companies [7]. - The 2019-2021 bull market exhibited less clear style shifts, with initial gains driven by emerging industries, followed by a recovery led by core assets like Moutai and Meidi after the pandemic [8]. Investment Behavior - Investors often enter the market gradually, with many being late to the party, which creates opportunities for price increases as they catch up [8]. - Not all investors chase high prices; some remain cautious, leading to a natural flow of funds towards lower-risk assets [9]. Future Market Outlook - The current market shows strong performance in small-cap stocks, while large-cap stocks have been relatively stagnant, suggesting a potential scenario similar to 2017 where the market may not be classified as a true bull market without the participation of large-cap stocks [11]. - For a sustained bull market akin to previous years, large-cap stocks must not be absent; otherwise, the overall index may struggle to rise significantly [11].