Amit Kukreja reports 21% rise in retail inflows for H1 2025

Vanda Research's latest data reveals a substantial growth in daily retail inflows, with figures reaching $1.3 billion in the first half of 2025, marking a 21% increase year-on-year.
The analysis identifies the top stocks favored by retail traders during this period, with PLTR, TSLA, and NVDA leading in trading volume. The comprehensive retail trading volume has totaled $6.5 trillion, underscoring a sustained interest in stock market participation among non-institutional investors.
Amit Kukreja, referencing the Vanda Research findings, highlights the emergence of what he terms as ''retail gems,'' referring to lesser-known stocks gaining traction among retail investors.
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The robust momentum in retail trading not only highlights growing confidence among individual investors but also parallels industry shifts witnessed during landmark events such as the TSLA robotaxi debut, where Elon Musk established a $4.20 flat fare, as detailed in the Tesla robotaxi launch. Additionally, the current uptick in retail engagement recalls the caution expressed around the timing to buy GOOGL stock amid market volatility, underscoring the continued interplay of enthusiasm and prudence shaping investor behavior.
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