MSCI World Index Falls 0.8% as Global Risk‑Off Sentiment Strengthens Ahead of Data

The MSCI World Index fell 0.8% reflecting a broad‑based risk‑off mood in global equity markets, as investors await key U.S. economic data and major earnings announcements. The decline highlights growing investor caution, with global flows tilting away from equities in favour of safer assets. Analysts pointed out that the move underscores uncertainties around central‑bank policy, inflation trajectories and growth prospects across regions. Market watchers say that until clarity emerges from upcoming data and earnings, volatility is likely to remain elevated.