A meme stock is a stock that gains popularity among retail investors through social media. The popularity of meme stocks is generally based on internet memes shared among traders, on platforms such as Reddit's r/wallstreetbets. From Wikipedia
Shares rose roughly 700% in six months, reflecting intense retail interest.
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