The index fell 0.4% on the week and has declined for four consecutive weeks.

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Bearish sentiment has now been above its historical average of 30% for four consecutive weeks.

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Nonetheless, this was the first time optimism has stayed above 40% for four consecutive weeks since February 2011.

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Though there has been an above average level of bullish sentiment for four consecutive weeks, it remains a cautious optimism.

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