Caught In The Middle: More Are Taking A Cautious Approach To Investing MINNEAPOLIS – April 13, 2021 – Although the economy is showing signs of rebounding from challenges brought on by the pandemic, many Americans are still worried about market volatility and prefer to take a cautious approach to investing. According to the 2021 Q1 Quarterly Market Perceptions Study from Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America, nearly three-quarters (74%) of Americans believe markets will continue to be very volatile in 2021, up slightly from 72% in Q4 2020. As a result, nearly half (48%) of respondents said they want to stay neutral and not take action in the market – compared to 43% in Q4 2020 and 46% in Q3 2020.