The term “GameStonk” is a reference to Game Stop stock and its surge in share price in late January 2021.
The term “GameStonk” is a reference to Game Stop stock and its surge in share price in late January 2021.
Although its literal definition is a person with Autism Spectrum Disorder, the term “autist” is commonly used as a slur online.
Online, stock traders may use the phrase “to the moon” and the rocket emoji π to predict that a stock or cryptocurrency will have a dramatic rise in value.
The gorilla emoji π¦ is often paired with the phrase “apes together strong,” alluding to a meme from the Planet of the Apes prequel. In reference to the stock market in forums like Wall Street Bets, this emoji and phrase refer to people finding strength in unity.
The emoji combo π§»π€² and phrase paper hands are used by online investors to refer to someone who is quick to sell their stocks.
The emoji combination “ππ€² ” and phrase “diamond hands” are popular on the Wall Street Bets subreddit where they represent someone who is willing to hold onto their investments indefinitely and wait until they become more valuable.