From Yahoo Finance: 2024-03-31 15:49:01

Retail investors are increasing investments in riskier, leveraged stock bets, with inflows surging as the stock market hits record highs. Individuals are using leverage more, shifting away from broad market ETFs to triple-leveraged funds. This trend follows strong Q1 gains across major indices and a resurgence in meme stocks. Retail portfolios, previously in the red after the 2022 bear market, are now seeking to drive gains through higher risk investments. Additionally, retail investors are diversifying beyond top gainers and exploring contrarian bets.



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