Hello FINRA,
I have been using leveraged ETF's in my portfolio using a strategy based on an algorithm that helps me decide when to buy and sell and I have been successful using this strategy. I have a firm belief that I, not the regulators should be able to choose the investments that are right for myself and my family. Public investments should be available to all of the public, not
While I understand the SEC's concern to protect potential investors, straightforward access to leveraged and inverse funds are an important part of many, including my own, investment strategies. I have an extensive long portfolio and I use leveraged and inverse ETFs to hedge my long positions. This has been especially helpful to my bottom line in these recent volatile market sessions.
Dear FINRA, As a US citizen and investor, I expect to be able to make my own decisions when it comes to my investing choices. Individuals should be able to choose from a variety of investments, including leveraged and inverse funds, in accordance with what is right for them in their own opinion. We are adults and can make our own informed decisions without having to jump through additional hoops
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