Fed survey respondents put geopolitical risks in top spot in Spring 2026 survey, up one notch from fall 2025 survey; AI climbs to no. 3 from no. 5; private credit climbs to no. 4 from no. 9; inflation/tightening drops to no. 5 from no. 3

The latest Fed survey highlights geopolitical risks as the foremost concern for financial stability, reflecting the growing unease in the market.

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Fed survey respondents put geopolitical risks in top spot in Spring 2026 survey, up one notch from fall 2025 survey; AI climbs to no. 3 from no. 5; private credit climbs to no. 4 from no. 9; inflation/tightening drops to no. 5 from no. 3

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  • Oil shock listed as no. 2 risk in spring survey; was not on list of top concerns in fall survey.
  • Geopolitical risks, oil shock, AI, private credit and persistent inflation/monetary tightening are the top five most cited risks to US financial stability.
  • Risks to financial stability from private credit redemption requests appear limited and manageable.
  • Continued private credit redemptions and negative sentiment could reduce credit availability for some borrowers.
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This shift, along with the rise of oil shock to the second position, may inform traders to watch how these factors influence USD and broader risk sentiment. The climb of AI and private credit risks indicates a changing landscape, emphasizing the importance of these developments in portfolio strategy and asset allocation.

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