Goldman Sachs Says Wealthiest to Back off Stocks

The video discusses the trend of reduced stock purchases by top investors, not due to unattractiveness but because they already own significant amounts. Allocation levels are nearing records, especially among the top 1%, limiting further purchases. Goldman Sachs observes this trend across various funds, noting allocations in the 95th percentile. Consequently, their prediction for the S&P 500's year-end growth is modest, at only 3.5% higher than current levels.

Why are investors buying fewer stocks this year compared to last year?

• They find stocks unattractive.

• They already own a large amount of stocks.

• They are shifting to real estate investments.

• They are waiting for a market crash.

What is nearing a record for the top 1% of investors?

• Dividend payouts

• Stock prices

• Investment returns

• Allocation levels

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as having high allocation levels?

• Top 1% investors

• Pension funds

• Mutual funds

• Real estate funds

What is Goldman's prediction for the S&P 500's growth by the end of the year?

• 7% higher

• 5% higher

• 3.5% higher

• 10% higher

What percentile is the current allocation level according to Goldman?

• 99th percentile

• 90th percentile

• 85th percentile

• 95th percentile