Investors deposit ₽1.25 trillion into brokerage accounts in 2023
The inflow of new funds into the stock market offset the 2022 outflow totalling ₽757 billion. The portfolio of retail investors’ assets placed with brokers grew by 53% to ₽9.2 trillion over the year, which was largely due to a positive revaluation of assets.
The number of unique clients registered with the Moscow Exchange increased by 29% over the year to reach almost 30 million people.
Retail investors displayed their interest in Russian shares with high dividend payouts and growth potential, and at the end of the year — in initial public offerings (IPOs). They became the main buyers of shares at IPOs. In addition, exchange-traded unit investment funds investing in the money market and gold were in demand. Such investments were considered as a protective asset.
More details are available in the information and analytical commentary Review of Key Indicators of Brokers for 2023.