After reaching bear market lows a year ago, market indexes have had their ups and downs -- pushed lower by fears of interest rate hikes, then higher as certain companies reported solid earnings. Overall, though, the indexes have generally advanced as investors think ahead and aim to prepare for the next bull market.

In fact, the S&P 500 just completed its best week of 2023, rising more than 5%.

Why should we believe a bull market is on the way? Because history shows us market turmoil doesn't last forever, and bull markets always follow bear markets.

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