Investor Sentiment – U.S. Market Greed/Fear Index At 78.73, the current Market Greed/Fear Index reading indicates significant market greed, reflecting optimism among market participants. Image: Real Investment Advice
Fear & Greed Index – Investor Sentiment With a reading of 39, the Fear & Greed Index currently suggests a level of fear in the U.S. stock market, indicating that investors are cautious. Image: Cable News Network
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. The NAAIM Exposure Index at 70.65 indicates that active investment managers have a relatively high level of exposure to the market, and remain confident for the time being.…
FMS Investors – Biggest “Tail Risk” FMS investors consider a U.S. recession to be the greatest ‘tail risk’ for the global economy due to concerns about its potential negative impact on financial markets and investments. Image: BofA Global Fund Manager Survey
Implied Equity Allocation by Non-Bank Investors Globally Despite concerns about potential economic slowdowns, investors are currently maintaining an overweight position in global equities, suggesting a positive outlook for stock markets. Image: J.P. Morgan
Survey – Percentage of Investors Expecting Landing Scenarios In BofA’s August credit investor survey, 74% of investors anticipate a soft landing, reflecting a significant increase in optimism despite recent market volatility. Image: BofA Global Research
FMS Investor Positioning FMS investors have overweighted their exposure to bonds, utilities and healthcare, while reducing their exposure to REITS, cash, and energy. Image: BofA Global Fund Manager Survey
AAII U.S. Investor Sentiment Bull – Bear Spread The AAII U.S. investor sentiment bull-bear spread indicates a more bearish outlook, reflecting a decline in bullish sentiment and a rise in bearish sentiment among individual investors. Image: The Daily Shot
Survey – Credit Investors: What Are Your Biggest Concerns? The 2024 U.S. election outcome could significantly impact fiscal policy, debt, interest rates, inflation, and economic growth, which are key concerns for U.S. credit investors. Image: BofA Credit Investor Survey
Equity – Aggregate Financial Asset Allocation Among Households, Mutual Funds, Pension Funds, and Foreign Investors Compared to historical standards, a 52% allocation to equities among investors is considered high, which increases the potential for volatility and losses, particularly during a market downturn. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research