Retail investors are outperforming professionals, which is rarely a good sign.
Owen Lamont says "dumb money" wins often mark bubble territory.
Lamont, Ph.D., of Acadian Asset Management, argues that when amateur investors begin outperforming institutions, warning lights start flashing, signaling potential froth and feedback loops.
The key question is: are retail victory laps a bullish anthem or the opening act of the next correction?
Author's summary: Retail investors outperform professionals, sparking bubble concerns.