What makes a stock a “meme”?

Why retail investors are drawn in

Fear and nostalgia-fuelled buying

High stock prices drives people to meme stocks

Is it ever okay to invest for fun?

When investing in meme stocks become dangerous

The 2021 GameStop saga introduced the world to meme stock mania. Now, with the likes of GoPro and Krispy Kreme in the spotlight, the phenomenon is returning. Andrea Heng speaks with SMU's Associate Professor of Finance (Education), Aurobindo Ghosh, to unpack the psychology behind the hype and the risks for retail investors.

The 2021 GameStop saga introduced the world to meme stock mania. Now, with the likes of GoPro and Krispy Kreme in the spotlight, the phenomenon is returning. Andrea Heng speaks with SMU's Associate Professor of Finance (Education), Aurobindo Ghosh, to unpack the psychology behind the hype and the risks for retail investors.

Your weekly dose of personal finance with Andrea Heng. Here’s everything you need to know on how you can manage your money better. 

The views and opinions shared during this podcast series are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Mediacorp Pte. Ltd. or its group of companies.

Your weekly dose of personal finance with Andrea Heng. Here&rsquo;s everything you need to know on how you can manage your money better.&nbsp;
The views and opinions shared during this podcast series are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Mediacorp Pte. Ltd. or its group of companies.

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Your weekly dose of personal finance with Andrea Heng. Here’s everything you need to know on how you can manage your money better.  

Your weekly dose of personal finance with Andrea Heng. Here’s everything you need to know on how you can manage your money better. &nbsp;