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Individual investors net bought a record $4.7 billion worth of stocks on Thursday as new tariffs pummeled markets

Retail investors buy the dip pretty reliably whenever there's a stock-market selloff, and April 3 was no exception.

On Thursday, individual investors net bought a record $47 billion worth of stocks, as reported by Vanda Research, amidst a significant market downturn triggered by new tariffs. This surge in buying occurred as the S&P 500 experienced a 1.6% drop, marking its worst day since April, largely due to disappointing earnings from major tech companies like Netflix and Tesla. The increased retail investor activity was also influenced by the anticipation of the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision and ongoing concerns about inflation and economic growth. This buying trend reflects a growing confidence among retail investors, who are increasingly active in the market, particularly through commission-free trading platforms.

Read the Full MarketWatch Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/savingandinvesting/individual-investors-net-bought-a-record-47-billion-worth-of-stocks-on-thursday-as-new-tariffs-pummeled-markets/ar-AA1Cjq9A