Macro EconomyMedium•9 October 2026•
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Money Market Funds See Largest Weekly Inflows Since Pandemic
Key Facts
1Money market funds recorded their largest weekly inflow since the pandemic, according to a Bank of America report.
Money market funds recorded their largest weekly inflow since the pandemic, according to a Bank of America report. Seeking Alpha reported that these record cash injections represent the highest weekly volume seen since the 2020 era, driven by both retail and institutional investors.
The surge in inflows suggests a flight to safety or a desire to lock in high yields amid broader market uncertainty and shifting interest rate expectations. This capital reallocation follows recent economic data, including a 0.1% rise in US Factory Orders on October 2, 2026, and a reading of 35.4 for Japanese Consumer Confidence on October 5, 2026.