Global investor sentiment gauge hits 8.0, third-highest since 2022
Bank of America survey of 180 fund managers overseeing $525 billion in assets shows elevated risk appetite as the index tracks global growth.
Fact Check
The claim's specific figures are independently confirmed. TrustNet reports the identical survey parameters (180 panellists, $525 billion, 7-13 August), cash at 3.5%, 56% net overweight equities, and 37% expecting double-digit earnings growth. CNBC TV18/TradingView and BigGo independently confirm the 'third-highest bullish sentiment since 2022' framing and the risk-on positioning. The only nuance is the '8.0' sentiment value: this is a broad risk-appetite/growth-expectations gauge that rose 0.8 to 8.0, distinct from BofA's Bull & Bear Indicator (reported at 9.3 in coverage that used a larger 203-investor/$581B sample). Both descriptions align on the 'third-highest since 2022' characterization, so the claim is substantively accurate.
Summary
Global appetite for risk has surged to its third-highest level since 2022. The investor sentiment gauge rose 0.8 points in August to reach 8.0, according to a Bank of America survey of 180 participants overseeing $525 billion in assets. The index tracks global fund manager growth.
Terms & Concepts
- Investor Sentiment Gauge: Index tracking global fund manager growth and risk appetite
- BofA Global Fund Manager Survey: Survey of 180 participants managing $525 billion in assets