The fact that cautious managed funds were the best selling funds on Cofunds in September for the first time in 12 months also reflects the mood of investors. Similar results are likely to be revealed in the Investment Management Association’s monthly stats out tomorrow.

Perhaps the biggest issue for investors is where to recycle gains from equities. Few asset classes could be described as a strong buy and cash is yielding so little. One risk is therefore that inertia drives the markets, which would likely point to a correction if investors take flight if the supporting economic growth continues to be distant.