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Former SEC Chair Criticizes GameStop GME Meme Craze

by Sham
May 14, 2024
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• Former SEC Chair Jay Clayton expresses concern for retail investors as the meme stock rallies re-awaken.
• Clayton says the revived meme stock rally is “certainly not investing.”
• The article discusses the resurgence of meme stock trading and its potential risks for individual investors.

The meme stock craze that captivated Wall Street last year appears to be making a comeback. Former SEC Chair Jay Clayton expressed concerns about the revived meme stock rally and its implications for retail investors.

NEW: 🇺🇸 Former SEC Chair states the GameStop meme frenzy “bothers him on many levels”
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Background on Meme Stocks

Meme stocks refer to stocks like GameStop and AMC that saw their prices skyrocket in early 2021, largely driven by retail investors coordinating on Reddit and Robinhood. The mania saw epic short squeezes, extreme volatility, and questions around fundamentals being disconnected from stock prices.

Jay Clayton Comments on the Revival

Speaking at a conference, Clayton remarked that the new meme stock surge is “certainly not investing” and more akin to “speculation.” He worries many retail investors are getting caught up in the mania without appreciating the risks.

Concerns for Retail Investors

Clayton warned the meme stock frenzy could end painfully for regular investors participating in the rally. Unlike Wall Street firms, most individuals cannot stomach the potential whiplash of such volatile assets.

Regulatory Response

While SEC Chair Gary Gensler has also voiced concerns, regulators have yet to take concrete action around meme stocks besides monitoring for manipulation. They remain hesitant to directly intervene in free market activity.

Unclear Where This Is Heading

It remains to be seen whether the revived meme stock craze will reach the heights of last year. Much uncertainty persists around how long the rally will last and the ultimate fate of participating retail investors. The SEC continues keeping a close eye on proceedings.

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