The monthly survey of investor morale produced by research group Sentix jumped to 32.9, up from December’s 31.1.

When asked about the current economic situation, according to theguardian report, investors were at their most upbeat since 2007.

This optimism underlines why stock markets have been rallying recently, as investors react to signs that economic growth is picking.

Sentix says:

“The economy in all regions of the world is looking stable and positive and is showing moderate improvements….

“The upturn is therefore broad and synchronous. The likelihood of possible overheating is rising.”

EuroZone Jan Sentix Investor Confidence comes in at 32.9 (f’cast 31.2) vs 31.1 in Dec

— Mauro ? (@Trader_Mauro) January 8, 2018