eToro survey shows 38% of retail investors more likely to back Magnificent 7 on AI spend

By Public Technologies
  • eToro analysis found retail investors remained net-positive on Big Tech AI spending, with 38% more likely to invest versus 15% less likely.
  • Confidence in the Magnificent 7 held, with 43% expecting outperformance in 2026 versus 10% expecting underperformance.
  • Broader AI-stock optimism cooled, with 44% expecting gains in 2026, down from 55% a year earlier; 18% now expect declines.
  • Technology stayed the top sector for increased investment at 20%, ahead of financial services at 12% or energy at 10%.
  • AI tools moved into retail workflows, with 56% using or open to using AI to pick or alter investments.


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