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Margin Debt Surge Signals Market Risk as Investors Chase Momentum
Margin Debt Surge Signals Market Risk as Investors Chase Momentum
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Margin debt among investors has surged 32% to $1.3 trillion between May and September, marking one of the fastest accelerations since the COVID-19 pandemic and the dotcom bubble. This Leveraged buying—where investors borrow from brokers to purchase stocks—often precedes market downturns when optimism peaks.
The current 40% year-over-year growth in U.S. margin debt mirrors historical patterns before sharp corrections. Analysts warn that such exuberance reflects excessive risk-taking, as investors rely on borrowed funds to chase rising prices. The mechanics are unforgiving: a decline in stock values triggers margin calls, forcing liquidations that amplify selloffs.
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