May 2, 03:01 AM

Charles Schwab CEO Rick Wurster Says 61% Bearish Clients Cut Risk, Shift to Bonds and Non-US Stocks After April Turmoil

Charles Schwab CEO Rick Wurster highlighted that investors have been reducing risk following market turmoil in April 2025. According to Wurster, clients are shifting their portfolios toward bonds and non-U.S. stocks as a defensive strategy. Schwab's data indicates that 61% of its clients were bearish in April, a notable increase from 32% in the first quarter. Despite increased market volatility driven by interest rate uncertainties, global tensions, and mixed economic data, Schwab has not observed panic selling but rather higher client engagement and a growing interest in options trading. Market experts remain concerned about ongoing trade war impacts and the broader economic outlook.

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Schwab Network@SchwabNetwork
2 years ago
Investors are facing a fresh wave of volatility, fueled by rate questions, global tensions and mixed data. @CharlesSchwab experts break down where pressure is building — and where opportunity could emerge. https://t.co/b6J3M22vaB
Lananh Nguyen@LananhTNguyen
2 years ago
.@CharlesSchwab CEO Rick Wurster tells me investors are cutting risk after April turmoil. 61% of its clients polled last month were bearish, compared with 32% in 1Q. Here's the story: https://t.co/CELvSBgDNA https://t.co/YvDmbO2pAs
Paul R. La Monica@LaMonicaBuzz
2 years ago
It’s been a tumultuous year for the markets so far. Is there more downside ahead? Experts in our latest Big Money poll are still very worried about the trade war and what it means for stocks and the economy. My story for @barronsonline. https://t.co/5Es6ii5EeB

Charles Schwab CEO Rick Wurster Says 61% Bearish Clients Cut Risk, Shift to Bonds and Non-US Stocks After April Turmoil

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