Disclosures

Methodology:
Background
In 2018, PIMCO commissioned The Harris Poll to conduct an online survey of 1,500 U.S. adults 18 and older, including 748 women. All respondents had over $10,000 in investable assets and at least some financial decision-making responsibility within the household. 317 women had over $100,000 in investable assets.

Current Survey
PIMCO and The Harris Poll conducted a similar online survey this year to gauge if and how the climate of uncertainty had effected women’s attitudes and behavior toward investing. The survey was conducted from September 9 through 17, 2020, reaching 1,001 U.S. adults 18 and older, including 448 women. Again, all respondents had over $100,000 in investable assets and at least some financial decision-making responsibility within the household.

These survey results contain the opinions of the respondents and are not necessarily those of PIMCO. The data contained within the report may not be related to any PIMCO product or strategy and should not be relied upon for any investment decision.

Past performance is not a guarantee or a reliable indicator of future results.  All investments contain risk and may lose value. Forecasts, estimates and certain information contained herein are based upon proprietary research and should not be considered as investment advice or a recommendation of any particular security, strategy or investment product. There is no guarantee that stated results will be achieved. Statements concerning financial market trends or portfolio strategies are based on current market conditions, which will fluctuate. There is no guarantee that these investment strategies will work under all market conditions or are appropriate for all investors and each investor should evaluate their ability to invest for the long term, especially during periods of downturn in the market. Outlook and strategies are subject to change without notice.

The online survey is not based on a probability sample and therefore no estimate of theoretical sampling can be calculated. The sample of individuals was not large enough to draw broader conclusions during the current economic landscape. Still, the pandemic presented an unprecedented financial crisis that allows us to see how women react in times of uncertainty, and how investment professionals can help them during these times.

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