Equity Fund Flows U.S. vs. Rest of the World Over the past four weeks, U.S. equity funds have experienced substantial outflows, while equity funds in other regions have recorded inflows, indicating a shift in global investor sentiment. Image: Deutsche Bank Asset Allocation
U.S. Bitcoin ETF Flows U.S. Bitcoin ETFs have experienced strong inflows. Bitcoin has rebounded over 20% from its early April low, surpassing $90,000. During this period, Bitcoin has significantly outperformed U.S. equities. Image: Bloomberg
Dow Jones Industrial Average vs. Smart Money Flow Index The Smart Money Flow Index currently suggests that the most probable short-term direction for the U.S. stock market is upward. Image: Paulsen Perspectives
Average Daily Equity ETF Flow vs. S&P 500 Performance Despite the S&P 500’s decline in Q1 2025, investors continued pouring money into equity ETFs, averaging nearly $3bn daily inflows—a sign of persistent appetite for U.S. equities amid volatility. Image: Strategas Research Partners
Monthly Fund Flows of Gold ETFs Gold funds have gained $12 billion in inflows over the past two months as record-high gold prices boost their appeal as a safe-haven asset in uncertain economic times. Image: Bloomberg
U.S. Equity Flows The S&P 500’s correction has not only affected market performance but also altered individual investors’ behavior, with many refraining from “buying the dip” due to increased caution amid economic and market uncertainties. Image: CNBC
Risky vs. Safe Assets Fund Flows The ongoing preference for safe assets over risky ones indicates investor wariness about market conditions and a focus on capital preservation in uncertain times. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research
Cross Asset Flows as a % of Assets Money market funds continue to attract strong investor interest, as they offer safe and profitable short-term opportunities in the current high-interest-rate environment. Image: Deutsche Bank Asset Allocation
Europe Equity Fund Flows European equity funds have experienced a surge in inflows, reaching a two-year high and indicating a notable shift in market sentiment. Image: Deutsche Bank Asset Allocation
U.S. Equities – Foreign Investors’ Net Portfolio Equity Flows Foreign investors’ recent behavior in U.S. equities—marked by limited activity and stable portfolio allocations—suggests a long-term bullish outlook on the resilience of the U.S. market. Image: Deutsche Bank
Equity Flows U.S. equity flows have strengthened in early 2025, with investors pouring significant amounts of money into U.S. equity markets, aligning with analysts’ expectations of continued outperformance. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research