Investor sentiment is shifting fast: Here's why

Paul Hickey of Bespoke Investment Group analyzes how investor emotions drive market reactions to recent geopolitical events on 'Making Money.' He argues sentiment swings tend to amplify volatility and positioning flows, affecting technicals and short-term price action more than fundamentals. Portfolio managers should monitor sentiment-driven flows and volatility spikes as tactical risks to positioning.

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Paul Hickey of Bespoke Investment Group analyzes how investor emotions drive market reactions to recent geopolitical events on 'Making Money.' He argues sentiment swings tend to amplify volatility and positioning flows, affecting technicals and short-term price action more than fundamentals. Portfolio managers should monitor sentiment-driven flows and volatility spikes as tactical risks to positioning.