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Core Insights - The stock market is perceived as unfavorable for small investors, with a significant majority (85%) of retail investors experiencing losses averaging 28%, while wealth accumulates among the top 0.5% of affluent investors [1] - A substantial portion (90%) of retail investors have less than 100,000 yuan in capital, limiting their ability to recover from losses and cover basic expenses [1][3] - Transaction costs for retail investors can consume 10%-20% of their capital annually, making it difficult for small investors to sustain their investments [3] Group 1 - Retail investors often lack the time to conduct thorough research due to work commitments, leading to poor investment decisions and a tendency to hold onto losing stocks for too long [3][6] - The average holding period for retail investors is only 3-6 months, driven by a desire for quick profits, which contrasts with the strategies of institutional investors who are more patient and strategic [6] - Retail investors struggle with risk diversification, as they may invest in multiple stocks without sufficient capital to mitigate losses effectively, unlike institutional investors who can spread risk across various asset classes [6][8] Group 2 - The perceived low entry barrier of the stock market (e.g., the ability to open an account with just 500 yuan) masks the true challenges faced by small investors, such as the need for financial resilience and investment knowledge [8] - Many small investors use essential funds for trading, which can jeopardize their financial stability when faced with market downturns [8] - The article emphasizes that investing in stocks should not be viewed as a quick path to wealth but rather as a complex process requiring adequate capital, time, and expertise [8]