U.S. stock bearish sentiment ratio rises to 47.7%, approaching the year's highest level of 52%

According to the American Association of Individual Investors (AAII) sentiment survey data, the proportion of bearish investors surged to 47.7% in the past week, approaching the year's highest level of 52% (March 18) and far exceeding the historical average of 31%.

The American Association of Individual Investors (AAII) sentiment survey provides insights into individual investors' opinions by asking about their market outlook for the next six months. The survey has been conducted continuously since 1987.