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Retail investors are surging into the stock market, driving up trading volumes and pushing the S&P 500 to new heights. Goldman Sachs reports a 28% increase in retail trading since mid-April, with a 29% rise in their favorite stocks. The relaxed margin rules have opened the floodgates for everyday traders, who now hold $12 trillion in self-directed equity accounts. Retail trading accounts for around 20% of U.S. equity volumes, up from 15% a decade ago, but still below the 24% peak in 2021. Investors are flocking to consumer discretionary and tech sectors, chasing high-volatility, pricey momentum plays. Experts caution against impulsive buying, urging investors to maintain discipline and focus on real value.

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