AI dominates managers' concerns: the main risks according to the February survey

MetaverseVagabond · 2026-02-27T11:04:15+00:00

A recent Bank of America survey highlights how AI, precious metals, and private credit dominate fund managers' concerns about systemic risks. There is growing anxiety about AI valuations, crowded investments in gold, and potential credit crises, shaping today's investment strategies.

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2026-02-27 11:04:15

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A recent investigation conducted by Bank of America in February reveals that artificial intelligence overwhelmingly dominates fund managers’ concerns about systemic threats. According to data reported by Jin10, this survey provides an accurate snapshot of the risks currently occupying investment professionals’ minds.

The AI Bubble: A Major Threat Identified

The spectacular expansion of the artificial intelligence sector emerges as the leading tail risk in global portfolios. Fund managers are increasingly worried about overvaluations and the potential for a sharp correction in this segment. This concern reflects the tension between real technological promises and market expectations that are sometimes detached from economic fundamentals.

Gold at the Forefront of Overcrowded Investments

Meanwhile, the survey identifies investments in precious metals, especially gold, as the most congested trade. This concentration of interest raises questions about the sector’s vulnerability to a sudden reversal of capital flows. The persistent appeal of safe-haven assets dominates defensive strategies.

Private Credit: An Emerging Risk Catalyst

Private credit is seen as the most likely trigger for a major credit event, according to respondents. This perception indicates increased vigilance regarding liquidity and counterparty risks characteristic of this less-regulated segment. Managers fear potential disruptions that a credit crisis could cause across the entire financial ecosystem.

The February survey highlights how concerns related to AI, popular assets, and credit risks now dominate the strategic agenda of investment professionals.

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