Sentiment – Risk Appetite and Expected U.S. Equity Market Performance

Sentiment – Risk Appetite and Expected U.S. Equity Market Performance For the first time since January 2025, U.S. equity investors’ risk appetite turned positive in July, fueled by stronger confidence in both fundamentals and the macroeconomic landscape. Image: S&P Global Market Intelligence

Foreign Investor Ownership Share of U.S. Equity Market

Foreign Investor Ownership Share of U.S. Equity Market Foreign investors now hold a record 18% of U.S. stocks, but shifting trade policies and global economic uncertainties may affect future investment in American equities. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research

Ownership Breakdown of the U.S. Equity Market

Ownership Breakdown of the U.S. Equity Market (Share of Corporate Equity Market) U.S. households own 38% of the U.S. equity market, demonstrating strong confidence in stocks. However, stock ownership is highly concentrated, with the wealthiest 10% holding approximately 90% of all household-owned equities. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research

U.S. Share of Global Equity Market

U.S. Share of Global Equity Market The U.S. share of the global equity market, while still dominant at 54%, has retreated from its peak of 57%, reflecting recent market turbulence and growing diversification concerns. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research

Valuation – U.S. Equity Market Capitalization to GDP

Valuation – U.S. Equity Market Capitalization to GDP The U.S. equity market cap to GDP ratio is near an all-time high at approximately 187%, suggesting a significant overvaluation of the U.S. stock market. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research

When Do You Expect the U.S. Equity Market Will Peak?

When Do You Expect the U.S. Equity Market Will Peak? 77% of financial advisors believe the bull market will continue beyond 2024, as they expect stellar corporate results, easy financial conditions, and lower interest rates to support its continuation. Image: BofA US Equity & Quant Strategy