Young investors split on buying dip as retail selling hits highest since COVID crash

The recent market sell-off has pushed retail stock selling to one of its highest levels since the COVID crash, testing the instincts of young investors who grew up during a decade of quick rebounds. Many are debating whether to buy the dip or wait for further declines, with some seeing a buying opportunity and others fearing the worst is not over. This generational divide highlights the uncertainty gripping markets as volatility spikes and major indexes slide. For young investors, the current downturn is a key test of risk tolerance and long-term strategy. The outcome may shape their approach to investing for years to come.