Herd Instinct

What Does Herd Instinct Mean?
A mentality characterized by a lack of individuality, causing people to think and act like the general population.

Investopedia explains Herd Instinct
This term is used in the investing world to refer to the forces that cause unsubstantiated rallies or sell-offs.

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