BofAML survey: US equity exposure reaches three-year high as investors 'flock to safe havens'

Net 19% overweight

Laura Dew
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Investors are retaining a cautious outlook in August, holding higher than average weightings to cash and US equities, while selling exposure to commodities and UK equities, according to the latest Bank of America Merrill Lynch (BofAML) global research report.

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