Should I buy FTSE 100 shares today, or wait for the next stock market crash?

The headline reflects retail investor sentiment weighing entry timing into UK equities amid concerns over a potential market correction. Risk appetite and capital flows are the key transmission channels, as fears of a downturn could delay equity allocations and favor safe-haven assets or dry powder accumulation. The FTSE 100 and S&P 500 are particularly exposed to shifts in global risk sentiment, with UK equities also sensitive to sterling-denominated macro risks and relative yield appeal. Investors are likely to monitor the upcoming UK inflation report and Fed commentary for signals on global monetary policy divergence, which could influence near-term market volatility and entry points.

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