Retail, traders chase midcap rally with stock futures bets

Retail and high net worth traders have reached record levels in stock futures, driven by bullish momentum in mid and smallcap stocks. This shift from index futures occurs as headline indices trade in a narrow range, despite increased securities transaction tax and foreign investor pessimism.

May 25, 2026 - 03:00
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Retail, traders chase midcap rally with stock futures bets
Retail and high net worth traders have reached record levels in stock futures, driven by bullish momentum in mid and smallcap stocks. This shift from index futures occurs as headline indices trade in a narrow range, despite increased securities transaction tax and foreign investor pessimism.

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