gainers

Gainers is a term used in several fields to refer to entities that have experienced a rise or increase. In everyday use, it most often describes either high-calorie dietary supplements intended to promote weight gain or securities that have risen in price during a given period. The term can also appear in other contexts to denote any actor that has gained advantage, value, or stature.

In nutrition and fitness, a weight gainer or mass gainer is a supplement designed to add calories and macronutrients to a person’s diet when daily intake is insufficient for gains in muscle mass or body size. Typical formulations are blends of carbohydrates and protein, often with added fats, vitamins, minerals, and sometimes creatine or amino acids. They are usually consumed as shakes between meals or after workouts. They can help meet high calorie targets but may also contribute to unwanted fat gain if paired with low activity, and some products contain high amounts of sugar or lactose. Users are advised to consider total daily intake, dietary needs, and any medical conditions, and to consult a healthcare professional if unsure.

In financial markets, gainers refer to securities whose price increases during a specific period, such as a trading session or day. Stock exchange data platforms categorize gainers and losers to help investors identify movers. The gain category may be measured by price change or percentage change, and it can be influenced by market conditions, news, and liquidity. Listings of gainers are descriptive and not predictive.