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Retail traders aggressively buy calls on top tech stocks, hitting highest level since 2021.

Market News
12 May 2026
CNBC
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Bullish
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Retail traders are showing strong bullish sentiment by buying call options on major tech stocks, including the 'Mag 10' group like AMD, Palantir, and Broadcom, at the highest rate since 2021. This surge in call-buying reflects growing optimism about a global economic rebound and a sharp shift from a month ago when geopolitical concerns dominated. The Nasdaq-100 index recently hit a record high, driven by semiconductor stocks, while traders focus more on single-stock bets than broad indexes, keeping volatility elevated. This trend highlights retail investors' confidence in tech giants and innovation-driven companies amid a strong market rally.

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