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Retail Investors Hold Back: Understanding the Cautious Response to the Post-Election Stock Market Rally
November 8, 2024
Why Retail Investors Were Cautious Following the Post-Election Stock Market Rally The post-election surge in the stock market, following President-elect Donald Trump’s convincing victory, has raised eyebrows, particularly regarding the role of retail investors. Contrary to what one might expect, individual investors refrained from jumping into the market frenzy. Analysts from Vanda Research have examined...
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