Investors Switch to Cash From Stocks and Bonds Like It’s 2022

Investors are rapidly shifting their portfolios away from risk assets like stocks and bonds, moving into cash at a pace not seen since the early days of the Russia-Ukraine war in 2022. The primary driver is the escalating conflict involving Iran, which has triggered widespread fears of regional instability and global economic disruption. Analysts note that the rebuilding of cash allocations suggests a long-term defensive posture as the geopolitical situation remains volatile.