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Retail Investors Fuel Record Margin Borrowing

Published Friday, October 9, 2026 · Updated October 9

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  • Total margin debt hit an all-time high of around $1.5 trillion in June, per the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority.

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  • CNBC

    The article emphasizes the growing trend of retail investors using margin, highlighting the risks and potential rewards through the personal story of Hy Luu and expert commentary on market dynamics.

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