The percentage of Americans considering stocks or mutual funds as the best long-term investments has dropped this April compared to last year.
According to a recent Gallup survey, only 16% of adults believe that stocks or mutual funds are the top long-term investment, down from 22% in April 2024, which indicates a loss of confidence in these assets.
In 2023, the figure was at 15%, marking a decline from 18% in 2022 and a significantly higher 26% in 2021.
On the other hand, gold is gaining traction, with 23% of respondents identifying it as the best long-term investment, up from 18% last year.
Responses for other investment options have remained mostly stable.
About 37% of Americans still favor real estate as the best long-term investment, while 13% prefer savings accounts and CDs, 5% opt for bonds, and 4% lean toward cryptocurrency.
This poll was gathered during the first two weeks of April, following President Trump’s announcement regarding substantial fees imposed on the stock market on April 2.
While the market has bounced back considerably, it continues to face high volatility, with some economists expressing concerns about a potential recession.
In the meantime, gold prices have surged to new highs as investors seek stable investment options amid ongoing market uncertainties.
The survey was conducted from April 1 to 14, 2025, involving 1,006 adults, with a margin of error of 4 percentage points.
