Briefing: Oil’s war-driven volatility pulls in record retail money, fueling 'meme-style' trading

On March 12, net retail buying of oil exchange-traded funds (ETFs) hit a record $211 million, according to Vanda Research.

This figure surpasses the previous peak observed during the market turmoil in May 2020, indicating a shift in retail investor behavior amid ongoing volatility in oil markets.

The influx of retail capital into oil ETFs suggests a growing interest in energy assets, potentially impacting market dynamics and liquidity.