“AI won’t replace investors, but investors who use AI will replace those who don’t.” - Cathie Wood, CEO of ARK Invest
AI fuels a new wave in investment strategies
As ChatGPT turns three, its influence has reached Wall Street and beyond. One in ten retail investors is now using AI chatbots to select or monitor stocks, marking a major shift in the robo-advisory market. Once limited to financial giants, algorithm-driven insights are now available to anyone with an internet connection.
From analysts to algorithms
Former UBS analyst Jeremy Leung is among those who’ve turned to ChatGPT for market analysis. After two decades in finance, he admits AI tools now replicate much of what Bloomberg terminals once offered, minus the steep costs. Still, he cautions that AI can’t access paywalled financial data, making human oversight essential.
Retail investors go digital
A recent eToro survey of 11,000 investors found that 13% already use AI chatbots like ChatGPT or Gemini for portfolio decisions. In the UK, 40% of users say they’ve used AI for financial planning. Finder even asked ChatGPT to create a stock basket last year, which outperformed several top UK mutual funds.
Risks and returns of AI investing
Experts warn that while AI models can analyze markets efficiently, their predictions depend heavily on data quality. “AI models can be brilliant,” says Dan Moczulski of eToro, “but they’re not crystal balls.” Misreading trends or relying on outdated data can amplify financial risks.
The growing robo-advisory future
With revenues in this market expected to hit $470.91 billion by 2029, the AI-driven investment trend shows no signs of slowing. Yet, ChatGPT itself advises caution, AI is best used as an aid, not a replacement, for professional financial advice.
Summary
ChatGPT is reshaping retail investing by giving individuals access to tools once reserved for big institutions. While returns can be promising, experts stress that AI lacks the contextual judgment of human advisors and should be used responsibly alongside sound financial knowledge.
Food for thought
If AI can now outperform human fund managers in short bursts, will the next generation of investors still need Wall Street’s traditional experts?
AI concept to learn: Robo-Advisory Systems
Robo-advisory systems are automated digital platforms that use algorithms and AI to provide financial advice or manage investments. They analyze user data, risk tolerance, and market trends to recommend or execute trades, making financial planning more accessible, efficient, and data-driven.
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