Dan Ives says retail investors are now 'at the adult table' in the stock market

Group 1 - Retail investors have gained significant influence in the stock market, moving from a marginal role to a central position in financial discussions [1] - The post-pandemic rally and events like the GameStop short squeeze have highlighted the power of retail investors, with GameStop's stock price increasing by over 2,500% [2] - Hedge funds, such as Melvin Capital, have suffered substantial losses due to retail investor actions, leading to a shift in market dynamics favoring retail investors [3] Group 2 - Institutional investors have historically underestimated retail investors, but the latter have demonstrated sophisticated understanding and engagement with market dynamics [4] - Retail investors are now seen as capable of developing complex investment theories and asking insightful questions, comparable to those posed by institutional investors [4]