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

Sentiment – Risk Appetite and Expected U.S. Equity Market Performance Risk appetite is surging among U.S. equity fund managers, who are betting on robust returns, as optimism builds around rate cuts, economic momentum, and earnings strength. Image: S&P Global Market Intelligence

Seasonality of Market Performance – MSCI USA

Seasonality of Market Performance – MSCI USA August and September have historically been less favorable months for U.S. equities, with lower average performance compared to other months. Image: BofA Global Quantitative Strategy

Market Performance: Q4 2018 vs. Q4 2019

Market Performance: Q4 2018 vs. Q4 2019 Trade optimism and accommodative central bank monetary policy have contributed to market performance in Q4 2019. Image: Fidelity Investments