Optimism remains cautious, however, as is evidenced by the bullish sentiment reading.

FORBES: Investors Favor Oil And Tech

As evidenced by interest rate levels, however, China is in a very different place than the other large developed economies of the world and should not be lumped with them.

FORBES: China Reaches Into Its Monetary Tool Kit

However, U.S. investors remain bullish and confident as evidenced by the resilience in the U.S. stock market.

FORBES: Consumers And Investors Blissfully Ignorant Of Economic Reality