Good news on Wall Street is indicated by a RALLY, an UPTURN, a RISE, and a GAIN. A RALLY is a sharp increase in stock prices over a short period of time. An UPTURN is a gradual increase in stock prices over a longer period of time. A RISE is a single increase in stock prices. A GAIN is an increase in the value of a stock or portfolio. All of these terms indicate that the stock market is doing well and investors are likely to make a profit.