The prospects for European stocks are brightening as the region’s fiscal spending rises, the economic growth outlook improves, and interest rates are poised to fall, according to Goldman Sachs Research. On a recent call, our analysts discussed the opportunities in the broader European equity market as well as for utilities, real estate, and food retailers. What’s the outlook for the STOXX 600 index? The STOXX 600 index of large European...

Download Video Transcript   US stocks have risen significantly from their early April lows. Is the bounce over – and how are smart investors positioning now? Brian Garrett, head of equity execution on the Cross Asset Sales desk in Global Banking & Markets, discusses with Chris Hussey on the Goldman Sachs trading floor. This episode was recorded on May 22, 2025.

President Trump’s public criticism of the Fed isn’t new. But this time around the Administration is preparing to turn words into action by setting in motion a challenge to the landmark 1935 Humphrey’s Executor ruling that has prevented presidents from removing officials of independent agencies without “cause”. How concerned we should be today about the threat to Fed independence — and the implications for the economy and markets...