From Yahoo Finance: 2024-05-27 13:33:11

Shares of GameStop, AMC, BlackBerry, and more surged and then dropped after popular finance influencer Roaring Kitty made a tweet following a post on Reddit’s r/wallstreetbets. Only about 14% of retail investors aim to beat the market, while most invest for retirement or other significant goals. There’s a need for better financial education globally. Despite growing knowledge, retail investors still face information asymmetry and limited tools compared to institutional investors. Solutions include lifelong financial learning and tech-based advisory services tailored to individual needs.

Retail investors may experience lower returns and choose riskier assets like options. Data on retail investor behaviors can help institutions guide investors toward diversified portfolios aligning with their long-term goals. Policymakers and financial institutions must balance market access with investor protection by providing clear information and nudges for prudent choices. Empowering individual investors requires improved market access, financial education, and reduced cost barriers, tailored to retail investor needs.



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