Investor Confidence Index drops nearly 12 points in May due to higher perceived global risks

The Global Investor Confidence Index decreased to 103.5, down nearly 12 points from April’s revised reading of 115.3. After a strong consensus in risk-seeking appetite last month, global investors now have a more subdued willingness to allocate to risk. Although remaining above 100, the ICI reading for May reflects a range of factors weighing on investor sentiment, including growing inflationary pressures, higher interest rates and geopolitical concerns that have undoubtedly tempered enthusiasm.

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