The S&P 500 has staged a remarkable rally since the start of the year. How much more upside should investors expect — and what could drive those gains? Goldman Sachs Research’s David Kostin and Ryan Hammond from the US portfolio strategy team explain the drivers and risks to their year-end and 12-month targets for US equities.…

This could be a good time to buy lower-rated debt, says Lotfi Karoui, chief credit strategist in Goldman Sachs Research. He discusses the Fed path, the economic backdrop, and credit supply dynamics with Chris Hussey.Door Goldman Sachs

Bridgewater Associates’ Co-CIO Karen Karniol-Tambour describes where she’s seeing opportunities for higher returns and the macro factors shaping today’s investment landscape. To hear from more Great Investors, check out: Sequoia Capital’s Roelof Botha on building enduring businesses, Blackstone’s Joe Baratta on the outlook for private equity, and T…

Escalating conflicts in the Middle East, coupled with China’s latest round of stimulus, are changing the supply-and-demand dynamics for oil prices. Goldman Sachs Research’s Daan Struyven, co-head of commodities research, explains the implications for oil and gold prices.Door Goldman Sachs

Chinese equities have shot sharply higher following the announcement of a broad stimulus package. Are more gains ahead? Lu Sun, a senior Asia macro strategist in Goldman Sachs Global Banking & Markets, discusses with Chris Hussey.Door Goldman Sachs

Michael Moran, a pension strategist in Goldman Sachs Asset Management, explains how the current macro environment is changing the retirement picture for both savers and retirees. Mike and his team are out with a new report that describes what they see as a missing link to retirement security.Door Goldman Sachs

This week’s weak consumer confidence number is leading to fresh questions about the resilience of the American consumer. Can the consumer keep powering the US economy, and are there opportunities in the consumer discretionary sector? Scott Feiler, Consumer Sector Specialist within Goldman Sachs Global Banking & Markets, discusses with Equities Sale…

The Fed has begun a long-awaited cutting cycle, potentially providing some relief to rate-sensitive sectors. Goldman Sachs’ Lotfi Karoui and Jeff Fine explain the impact of falling rates on US commercial real estate as well as the implications for housing.Door Goldman Sachs

Sequoia Capital’s Roelof Botha, one of Silicon Valley’s most highly respected investors, discusses his career, Sequoia’s unique culture and investment processes, and how he finds and builds enduring businesses.Door Goldman Sachs

After the Fed’s 50 basis-point cut, what’s next for central bank policy and for markets? Anshul Sehgal, Head of US Interest Rate Products Trading in Global Banking & Markets, discusses with Chris Hussey of Goldman Sachs Research.Door Goldman Sachs

After a stronger-than-expected start to the year, China’s economy is showing signs of weakening as the world’s second-largest economy struggles with a real estate downturn, slowing consumer spending, and geopolitical tensions. Goldman Sachs Research’s Hui Shan, chief China economist, shares her outlook for China’s growth.…

What factors matter most to equity markets now — and what’s the trade from here? Tony Pasquariello, Global Head of Hedge Fund Coverage in Goldman Sachs Global Banking & Markets, discusses with Chris Hussey of Goldman Sachs Research.Door Goldman Sachs

Blackstone’s Global Head of Private Equity Joe Baratta shares his outlook for the private equity industry, the macro environment today, and his evolution as a leader.Door Goldman Sachs

Friday’s jobs report came in mixed—the unemployment rate fell, but hiring is slowing. What does that mean for the Fed and for investors? Simon Dangoor, head of Fixed Income Macro strategies in Goldman Sachs Asset Management, discusses with Chris Hussey of Goldman Sachs Research.Door Goldman Sachs

Many view the recent rise in the unemployment rate as a concerning sign about the economic outlook, fueling recession fears. Could the US economy fall into recession, and will overly tight Federal Reserve policy be to blame? In the latest episode of Goldman Sachs Exchanges, Allison Nathan discusses these questions with three top economic minds: Cla…

Many view the recent rise in the unemployment rate as a concerning sign about the economic outlook, fueling recession fears. Could the US economy fall into recession, and will overly tight Federal Reserve policy be to blame? In the latest episode of Goldman Sachs Exchanges, Allison Nathan discusses these questions with three top economic minds: Cla…

Twenty-five years ago, Goldman Sachs research analyst Kathy Matsui wrote a report about the Japanese economy called Womenomics, stating that future potential economic growth will depend on increased female labor participation. So how much progress has been made in Japan and around the world? Sharon Bell, Senior Strategist on the European Portfolio …

Can megacap tech stocks resume their market leadership? Peter Callahan, the US Technology, Media and Telecommunications sector specialist within Goldman Sachs Global Banking & Markets, discusses what drove the declines and what could power a comeback in this conversation with equities sales trader Mike Washington.…

The rapid unwinding of the Japanese yen carry trade is rippling through global markets. Goldman Sachs Research’s Kamakshya Trivedi, head of Global Foreign Exchange, Interest Rates, and Emerging Markets Strategy, and Praneet Shah, co-head of Global G10 FX Options Trading in Global Banking & Markets, explain the carry trade, why it matters, and the i…

What drove stocks sharply lower to start the week, and what matters to the biggest investors now? John Flood, head of Americas Equities Sales Trading in Global Banking & Markets, explains the action in US equities and predicts what could be ahead in this conversation with Natasha Tiwana.Door Goldman Sachs

Global markets sold off sharply amid rising US recession fears. Goldman Sachs Research’s Chief US Economist David Mericle explains why those concerns are likely overblown.Door Goldman Sachs

“Tectonic shifts” are reshaping the private markets and spurring consolidation among alternative asset managers, explains TPG CEO Jon Winkelried on Goldman Sachs Exchanges: Great Investors. Winkelried, who also served as the former president and co-chief operating officer at Goldman Sachs, shares his perspectives on investment opportunities, leadin…

The Fed said Wednesday that it’s getting closer to cutting rates. So what is the Fed focused on now, and how much could cuts impact markets? Josh Schiffrin, Global Head of Trading Strategy in Goldman Sachs Global Banking & Markets, discusses with Chris Hussey.Door Goldman Sachs

The US consumer has powered the global economy in recent years, but are signs of strain starting to form? Goldman Sachs Research’s Chief US Economist David Mericle, and Kate McShane and Bonnie Herzog, co-business unit leaders of US consumer, discuss the outlook for consumer spending and the US retail sector. For more information, listen to our Gold…

The US tech giants that have powered the equity market are leading the recent decline. So what’s ahead for stocks, and where are the opportunities now? Ben Snider, senior strategist on the US portfolio strategy macro team in Goldman Sachs Research, discusses with Chris Hussey.Door Goldman Sachs

Ares Management’s Co-founder, CEO, and President Mike Arougheti shares his outlook for the economy and private markets, his evolution as a leader, and the firm’s path to building its prowess in private credit.Door Goldman Sachs

In the wake of the ECB decision, what should we expect to see from central banks around the world – and what does that mean for currency and fixed income markets? Gurpreet Garewal, macro strategist on the Fixed Income team in Goldman Sachs Asset Management, joins Natasha Tiwana of Goldman Sachs Research to discuss.…

Tech giants and beyond are set to spend an estimated $1 trillion on AI capex in coming years. Will this investment pay off? And if it doesn’t, what does that mean for businesses and investors? MIT’s Daron Acemoglu and Goldman Sachs Research’s Jim Covello explain why reality may not match the hype on the latest episode of Goldman Exchanges, which ex…

With inflation coming down, and US elections on the horizon, what should investors be focused on now? Mike Cahill, senior currency strategist within Goldman Sachs Research, joins Jen Roth in Global Banking & Markets to discuss how markets are reacting to new CPI data, and how US elections are impacting currencies.…

Rising incomes and slowing electric vehicles sales are slowing the world’s transition away from oil. Goldman Sachs Research’s Daan Struyven and Nikhil Bhandari discuss the supply-and-demand drivers shaping the oil market and what they mean for investors and consumers. For more insights read Peak oil demand is still a decade away, Which commodities …

Can US stocks sustain their rally from here? Goldman Sachs Research’s David Kostin, chief US equity strategist, shares his outlook for equities for the second half of the year and the risks that could derail that rally. For more information, read Stocks may extend their rally — but there’s value in diversification or listen to the Goldman Sachs The…

What is top of mind for investors as we enter the second half of 2024? Bobby Molavi, head of EMEA execution services in Global Banking & Markets, discusses big tech, global elections, and the health of the consumer.Door Goldman Sachs