Robinhoods 6B Volume Rises to 10th in U.S. Equities as Shares Plummets 4.79% on Regulatory Uncertainty

Robinhood Markets (HOOD) closed 4.79% lower on Aug. 13, 2025, despite a 65.78% surge in daily trading volume to $6.0 billion, ranking it 10th among U.S. equities. The drop followed mixed signals about regulatory scrutiny and user activity trends.

Analysts noted the stock's volatility reflected broader market uncertainty, with no new material business developments reported in the 24-hour period. The volume spike suggested increased retail investor participation but did not translate to a directional price move.

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