Semiotics: The Charging Bull

1. The signifier is a bronze statue of a bull near Wall Street in New York City. It is significantly larger than a person appears rather fierce. I have seen it for myself.

2. It signifies the strength and passion of America. It symbolizes America's strong stance for financial aggression. Of course, Wall Street isn't always doing so hot, so the meaning of the bull can change. Though he is strong, he is not invincible. He is living and breathing, and like the American market, needs nourishment or it will die.

3.) The bull is ready to charge and is filled with determination, energy, and anger. He's a fighter.