Digital asset markets witnessed a slight surge this past Sunday, reaching $3.31 trillion in capitalization after fluctuating throughout the week. Bitcoin’s dominance, though partly attributed to its influence on altcoins, has seen retail investor participation decline as the S&P 500 and gold remain near their record highs. Meanwhile, geopolitical events and US credit rating downgrades are adding further volatility to the market. 36% of individual investors express bullish sentiment about the stock market for the next six months, marking a high level of confidence since January’s end. On the other hand, the bearish sentiment among retail investors continues to decline significantly. Gold prices, mirroring the stock market’s movements, have recently experienced a drop despite its status as a safe-haven asset. This trend is attributed to economic uncertainty and geopolitical risks influencing investor behavior. 25% of individual investors now see a bearish outlook for the stock market in the next six months.