NAAIM Exposure Index – Investor Sentiment The National Association of Active Investment Managers Exposure Index represents the two-week moving average exposure to U.S. equity markets reported by NAAIM members. Currently, the NAAIM Exposure Index stands at 81.68, indicating that active investment managers are maintaining a high level of market exposure and remain optimistic. Image: National Association of…
CTAs Exposure to Gold The positive attitude of CTAs towards gold demonstrates their belief in its ability to increase in value, providing protection against inflation and financial uncertainties. Image: Deutsche Bank Asset Allocation
CTAs Exposure to Equities The allocation of Commodity Trading Advisors to equities, currently at the 47th percentile, indicates a conservative stance compared to historical data. Image: Deutsche Bank Asset Allocation
Hedge Fund and Mutual Fund Equity Exposure Mutual funds have notably increased equity allocations since 2023, reflecting a growing confidence in the stock market’s long-term potential despite ongoing volatility. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research
Are You More Likely to Increase or Decrease Equity Exposure Over the Coming Days/Weeks? Only 35% of JPM clients are considering increasing their exposure to equities over the coming days/weeks, indicating a cautious sentiment among them. Image: J.P. Morgan
CTAs Exposure to Bonds CTAs’ overall allocation to bonds in the 8th percentile indicates a relatively low exposure to fixed income securities. Image: Deutsche Bank Asset Allocation
CTAs Exposure to Copper CTAs have a bullish outlook on copper due to the anticipated surge in demand driven by infrastructure development and the global shift towards renewable energy sources. Image: Deutsche Bank Asset Allocation
U.S. Dollar Exposure of Currency Hedge Funds Will hedge funds turn bullish on the U.S. dollar? Image: J.P. Morgan
U.S. Equity Exposure vs. ISM New Orders less Inventories U.S. equity exposure typically shows a correlation with the ISM New Orders less Inventories. Image: Nomura
Financials and Banking Exposure by Index The Russell 2000 has more exposure to financial stocks (18.5%) than the S&P 500 (10.5%). Image: J.P. Morgan Asset Management