Natixis Investment Managers explores how investor behavior and expectations have shifted coming out of Covid, focusing on the gap between return expectations and risk tolerance. Investors expect returns of 13% above inflation, yet many faced financial setbacks, highlighting a disconnect that could shape outcomes in the next market cycle.
The Next Normal: Are Investors Prepared For Post-Covid Markets?
Natixis
Dave Goodsell
Research
15 Pages
Key Takeaways
Expectation Reality Gap: Investors expect 13% above inflation returns in 2021, despite many lacking the risk tolerance required to achieve those outcomes.
Pandemic Financial Impact: 30% of Latin American investors reported serious financial setbacks, 35% lost income, and 20% tapped retirement savings during Covid.
Behavioral Disconnect Risks: Despite heightened uncertainty, a majority still project strong long term gains, revealing a mismatch between perceived risk and actual portfolio exposure.
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