Different Market Sentiment Indicators

Different Market Sentiment Indicators Most indicators of market sentiment strongly suggest a growing trend towards risk-taking, reflecting an optimistic outlook. Investors are becoming more and more willing to embrace higher levels of risk. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research

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

Sentiment – Risk Appetite and Expected U.S. Equity Market Performance The risk appetite of U.S. equity investors has improved further in March, fueled by a more optimistic economic outlook and bullish year-end market forecasts for the S&P 500. Image: S&P Global Market Intelligence

Sentiment – Global Equity Risk-Love

Sentiment – Global Equity Risk-Love With the Global Equity Risk-Love indicator at 78th percentile, it wouldn’t be surprising to see a short-term pullback considering the overwhelming optimism among investors. Image: BofA Predictive Analytics

Sentiment – Net Bullish Ratio vs. S&P 500 Index

Net Bullish Sentiment vs. S&P 500 Index Throughout history, periods of high investor sentiment have frequently coincided with short-term market corrections, presenting potential opportunities for investors. Image: Real Investment Advice

Sentiment – Global PMI and Risk Appetite Indicator

Sentiment – Global PMI and Risk Appetite Indicator The GS risk appetite indicator remaining elevated suggests that investors have a high appetite for risk in the financial markets. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research

Combined AAII & II Sentiment

Combined AAII & II Sentiment Investor sentiment (AAII and II) is currently far from extremely bearish. Image: Topdown Charts

AAII Bullish Sentiment

AAII Bullish Sentiment Individual investor sentiment must improve significantly if the current uptrend in U.S. stock prices is more than just a typical bear market rally. Image: BofA Global Research