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Characterized by fear on the part of newer investors, the uncertainty of the 2000s ( decade ) brought on a significant bear market.

There was indecision on whether the cyclical bull market represented a prolonged temporary bounce or a new long-term trend.

Ultimately, there was widespread resignation and disappointment as the lows were revisited, and in some cases, surpassed near the end of the decade.