Cross Asset and Equity Sector Annualized Total Returns During the current easing cycle, should investors consider increasing their allocation to small-cap stocks in their portfolios? Image: BofA Global Investment Strategy
Equity Share of Household Financial Assets Cultural attitudes towards savings, structural differences in pension systems, and a preference for liquidity contribute to lower stock ownership rates among European households compared to their U.S. counterparts. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research
U.S. Households Allocation to Corporate Equities as a % of Financial Assets Historically, periods of high household equity allocation have been followed by lower market returns, suggesting that current trends may signal potential risks for future investors. Image: MarketDesk Research
All Money Market Funds Total Net Assets Investors currently hold $6.22 trillion in money market funds, a figure that is being interpreted as contrarian bullish for the stock market. Image: BofA Global Research
Buybacks – S&P 500 Cash as % of Total Asset As S&P 500 companies’ cash reserves decline, Bank of America expects buybacks to peak soon. Image: BofA US Equity & Quant Strategy
U.S. Private Sector Financial Assets % of GDP The growing disconnect between U.S. financial asset values and GDP raises concerns about the widening wealth gap, potential systemic risks, economic instability, and policy challenges. Image: BofA Global Investment Strategy
Probability of U.S. Recession As Priced Across Asset Classes The S&P 500 suggests a 26% probability of a recession in the United States, reflecting some concerns among investors. Analysts often use the current percentage change in the S&P 500 index to gauge the likelihood of an impending U.S. recession, given historical trends. On average, the…
U.S. Household Liquid Assets The amount of cash held by households in the United States has surged to an unprecedented level of $18 trillion, representing a significant increase from previous years. Image: BofA Research Investment Committee
Risky vs. Safe Assets Fund Flows Positive fund flows into risky assets, as opposed to safe assets, indicate a broader market sentiment in which investors are willing to accept higher risks for potential gains. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research
Cross Asset Flows as a % of Assets Money market funds saw a significant outflow of $40 billion over the past week, as a Fed rate cut is now on the horizon. Image: Deutsche Bank Asset Allocation
U.S. Domiciled Funds: Active vs. Passive as a % of Assets Under Management Passive accounts for 54% of all U.S. domiciled fund assets, highlighting the significant growth and popularity of passive investing strategies in recent years. Image: BofA US Equity & Quant Strategy