AWAP EAM Barometer – April 2026

7 Apr 2026

Every month, Awap surveys its community of External Asset Managers to gauge market sentiment.

Here are some key findings from the AWAP Barometer – April 2026:

• 92% increased the cash holdings in their portfolios during the first quarter
• 46% expect the S&P 500 to fall by at least 20% this year
• 0% expect oil prices to return quickly to pre-crisis levels ($60/bbl)

This first survey was conducted on 7 April.

Further editions will follow to track changes in sentiment.