Explained in plain English
Why do people withdraw funds?
People withdraw funds for many reasons, from needing cash for a big purchase to wanting to move their money into a different investment. Sometimes, as in our story, a large withdrawal might just be a transfer between funds, not a true exit from the market. This can make the overall picture look quite different.
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