Morgan Stanley's latest survey shows increased investor optimism entering Q3

Morgan Stanley's latest survey shows increased investor optimism entering Q3

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Morgan Stanley Wealth Management has released the findings of its quarterly retail investor pulse survey, indicating a rise in investor optimism as the market enters the third quarter positively. According to the survey, 61% of investors now express bullish sentiments, marking a 12 percentage point increase from the previous quarter when most were bearish.

The survey reveals that 58% of investors believe the economy is robust enough for potential interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, up by 10 percentage points from Q2. Inflation remains a primary concern for investors at 39%, followed by tariffs and market volatility.

Interest in international markets is also growing, with 58% of investors considering opportunities outside the U.S., reflecting an increase of four percentage points from last quarter. Chris Larkin, Managing Director and Head of Trading and Investing at E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley, noted that despite uncertainties such as tariffs and geopolitical issues, "we’re still seeing the stock market rallying to all-time highs."

The survey highlights investor interest in specific sectors for Q3 2025: technology remains strong with a nine-point increase to 57%, energy maintains steady interest at 43%, and financials have entered the top three sectors at 35%.

Conducted between July 1 and July 16, 2025, among an online sample of self-directed investors and those who delegate investment management to professionals, this survey involved 924 participants. The margin of error stands at ±3.20 percent at a confidence level of 95 percent.

Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers various products and services globally to individuals, businesses, and institutions. Morgan Stanley itself operates worldwide in investment banking, securities, wealth management, and investment management services across numerous countries.

This report serves informational purposes only without offering personalized investment advice or recommendations regarding asset allocation or specific investments.

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