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The Degenerate Economy, EToro's Market Survey, Ribbon Jobs V2

The Degenerate Economy, EToro's Market Survey, Ribbon Jobs V2

The Social Leverage Letter | Issue #145

Ethan Berk
July 07, 2024

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III. When Did The 'Degenerate Economy' Begin? Take Me To The $FAZ Mobile! A Stocktwits Memecoin?

Howard discusses the rise of the 'degenerate economy,' characterized by 'speculation as entertainment' and 'investing as a sport,' with a focus on the increased prevalence of high-risk financial activities since the 2008 financial crisis. Hs highlights the evolution of platforms like Stocktwits, the continuous market activity, and the emergence of financial innovations like Bitcoin, Robinhood, and NFTs.

When Did The 'Degenerate Economy' Begin? Take Me To The $FAZ Mobile! A Stocktwits Memecoin?

Have You Seen Indian Markets?

II. EToro surveyed 10,000 retail investors to see what's in their portfolios. Here's the breakdown of how they're betting on cash, crypto, and their top 3 stock-market sectors.

eToro's latest Retail Investor Beat report, surveying 10,000 retail investors across 12 countries, reveals that cash is the most popular investment, with 69% favoring savings accounts and similar instruments due to high interest rates. Cryptocurrency is gaining traction, especially among younger investors, with 32% holding crypto assets and a growing interest in prioritizing these investments. Equities also remain popular, particularly in financial services, technology, and energy sectors.

EToro surveyed 10,000 retail investors to see what's in their portfolios. Here's the breakdown of how they're betting on cash, crypto, and their top 3 stock-market sectors.

EToro's survey reveals cash as the top investment, while cryptocurrency and equities in certain sectors also gain traction among retail investors.

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