Fear & Greed Index – Investor Sentiment Currently at a reading of 45, the Fear & Greed Index suggests a neutral level of market sentiment, highlighting a balance between fear and greed among investors. 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 76.70 indicates that active investment managers have still a relatively high level of exposure to the market, and remain confident for the time…
FMS Investors – Biggest “Tail Risk” FMS investors view geopolitical conflict as the biggest “tail risk” for the global economy, given their concern about its potential adverse impact on financial markets and investments. Image: BofA Global Fund Manager Survey
Investor Sentiment – U.S. Market Greed/Fear Index A Market Greed/Fear Index reading of 87.83 points to substantial market greed and high investor optimism, which can indicate an overheated market and potentially foreshadow a correction. Image: Real Investment Advice
FMS Investor Positioning FMS investors have overweighted their exposure to utilities and US/EM/UK, while reducing their exposure to the Eurozone, commodities, and consumer. Image: BofA Global Fund Manager Survey
AAII U.S. Investor Sentiment Bull – Bear Spread The AAII U.S. investor sentiment bull-bear spread shows signs of FOMO, reflecting increased optimism and concerns about market overheating. 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
Implied Equity Allocation by Non-Bank Investors Globally Investors are currently overweight global equities, reflecting a risk-on strategy and positive economic outlook. Image: J.P. Morgan
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
FMS Investors – Average Percentile Rank of Growth Expectations, Cash Allocation, Equity Allocation The decrease in pessimism among FMS investors is seen as highly encouraging as it indicates an increased appetite for risk-taking among them. Image: BofA Global Fund Manager Survey