US Stock Market | Retail investors step back as risks mount in US equities

Retail investors, a key support for US equities during market dips, are showing signs of caution due to geopolitical tensions and volatility. For the first time since November 2023, individual investors briefly became net sellers of US stocks, indicating a potential weakening of their 'buy the dip' appetite. This shift, even with institutional buying subdued, could impact market stability.