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In the first episode of the Goldman Sachs Exchanges: Outlook 2026 series, Goldman Sachs Research’s Jan Hatzius and Dominic Wilson discuss the trends shaping the global economy and markets in the coming year. This episode was recorded on January 8th, 2026. The opinions and views expressed herein are as of the date of publication, subject to change without notice, and may not necessarily reflect the institutional views of Goldman Sachs or its affiliates. The material provided is intended for infor...
Goldman Sachs Research discusses how recent political events in Venezuela, including the capture of President Maduro, are affecting oil markets. While the immediate reaction has been muted with ambiguous short-term supply impacts, the conversation delves into Venezuela's significant long-term oil reserves and the potential for US involvement to unlock substantial heavy oil production by 2030. The episode also explores the mixed effects on other oil producers and how escalating geopolitical tensions are driving central bank demand for gold as a hedge.
Eric Peters, who leads both One River Asset Management and Coinbase Asset Management, shares his views on risk management, trend following, and the future of finance. This episode was recorded on December 17, 2025. The opinions and views expressed herein are as of the date of publication, subject to change without notice, and may not necessarily reflect the institutional views of Goldman Sachs or its affiliates. The material provided is intended for informational purposes only, and does not cons...
Diameter Capital’s Scott Goodwin, co-founder and managing partner, talks about his career, his investment philosophy, and how he’s navigating opportunities across the credit spectrum. This episode was recorded on December 8, 2025. The opinions and views expressed herein are as of the date of publication, subject to change without notice, and may not necessarily reflect the institutional views of Goldman Sachs or its affiliates. The material provided is intended for informational purposes only, a...
Is the US or China winning the tech race, and what factors will determine the outcome? Mark Kennedy, founding director of the Wahba Initiative for Strategic Competition, and Paul Triolo, partner at DGA-Albright Stonebridge Group, discuss with Allison Nathan on the latest episode of Goldman Sachs Exchanges. This episode was recorded on November 10, 18, and December 9th, 2025. The opinions and views expressed herein are as of the date of publication, subject to change without notice, and may not n...
Goldman Sachs Research’s David Kostin discusses the recent equity market volatility, the AI trade, and the opportunities for investors today. Kostin, who is retiring as chief US equity strategist at the end of 2025, also reflects on his 31-year career at Goldman Sachs. This episode was recorded on December 2, 2025. The opinions and views expressed herein are as of the date of publication, subject to change without notice, and may not necessarily reflect the institutional views of Goldman Sachs o...
Despite a year marked by geopolitical uncertainty, higher tariffs, and slowing growth, deal-making activity is surging in 2025. So can this current wave of M&A activity continue? Goldman Sachs’ Stephan Feldgoise, head of the Global Mergers & Acquisition business in Global Banking & Markets, discusses the outlook with Allison Nathan. This episode was recorded on November 20, 2025. The opinions and views expressed herein are as of the date of publication, subject to change without noti...
With inflation above target and the labor market weakening, is the Fed poised to cut rates again? Rob Kaplan, Vice Chairman of Goldman Sachs, discusses the uncertain outlook with Allison Nathan. This episode was recorded on November 12, 2025. The opinions and views expressed herein are as of the date of publication, subject to change without notice, and may not necessarily reflect the institutional views of Goldman Sachs or its affiliates. The material provided is intended for informational purp...
Goldman Sachs Research analysts Eric Sheridan and Kash Rangan explore the mounting concerns of an AI bubble, examining the current state of AI infrastructure, platform, and application layer buildout alongside the massive capital expenditures. They draw parallels to historical tech cycles and the concept of a "trough of disillusionment," yet highlight crucial differences in this cycle, such as the profitability of leading companies and the deep-pocketed hyperscalers funding much of the development. The discussion also delves into potential risks from increasing leverage and circular investment patterns, outlining factors that could signal a market downturn.
As the US and China navigate trade tensions, what's the outlook for China's economic growth? Hui Shan, chief China economist in Goldman Sachs Research, discusses with Allison Nathan. This episode was recorded on November 3rd, 2025. The opinions and views expressed herein are as of the date of publication, subject to change without notice, and may not necessarily reflect the institutional views of Goldman Sachs or its affiliates. The material provided is intended for informational purposes only, ...
Davidson Kempner’s Tony Yoseloff, managing partner and chief investment officer, discusses the current market moment, the keys to investing across different market cycles, and where he sees opportunities in the alternative investing landscape. This episode was recorded on October 20, 2025. The opinions and views expressed herein are as of the date of publication, subject to change without notice, and may not necessarily reflect the institutional views of Goldman Sachs or its affiliates. The mate...
With gold, oil, and rare earth minerals making headlines this year, Goldman Sachs Research’s Daan Struyven shares his views on what’s ahead for these markets and how commodities can fit into portfolios today. This episode was recorded on October 27, 2025. The opinions and views expressed herein are as of the date of publication, subject to change without notice, and may not necessarily reflect the institutional views of Goldman Sachs or its affiliates. The material provided is intended for infor...
What's driving opportunities in alternative assets, and how are investors adapting to an accelerating pace of change? Sixth Street Co-Founder, CEO, and Co-CIO Alan Waxman discusses his career and the importance of flexibility in finding alpha on the latest edition of Goldman Sachs Exchanges: Great Investors. This episode was recorded on September 3, 2025. The opinions and views expressed herein are as of the date of publication, subject to change without notice, and may not necessarily reflect t...
Goldman Sachs Research’s Chief US economist David Mericle explains the factors driving the economy and the divergence between solid GDP growth and a slowing labor market. This episode was recorded on October 20, 2025. The opinions and views expressed herein are as of the date of publication, subject to change without notice and may not necessarily reflect the institutional views of Goldman Sachs or its affiliates. The material provided is intended for informational purposes only and does not con...
In the latest episode of Goldman Sachs Exchanges: Great Investors, Byron Deeter, a partner at Bessemer Venture Partners, discusses the venture capital landscape and the most promising developments in artificial intelligence and the software industry with Goldman Sachs’ Ken Hirsch. This episode was recorded on September 23, 2025. The opinions and views expressed herein are as of the date of publication, subject to change without notice, and may not necessarily reflect the institutional views of G...
Once a niche segment, the private equity secondaries market has seen substantial growth and is reshaping the broader alternative asset landscape. In this episode, Goldman Sachs’ Harold Hope and Alex Blostein discuss the evolution of the private equity secondaries market. This episode was recorded on September 29, 2025. The opinions and views expressed herein are as of the date of publication, subject to change without notice, and may not necessarily reflect the institutional views of Goldman Sac...
How long could the US government shutdown last — and what will that ultimately mean for the US economy? Goldman Sachs Research’s Alec Phillips, chief US political economist, explores the potential impact on economies and markets. This episode was recorded on October 7, 2025. The opinions and views expressed herein are as of the date of publication, subject to change without notice, and may not necessarily reflect the institutional views of Goldman Sachs or its affiliates. The material provided i...
Goldman Sachs’ Neema Raphael, the firm’s chief data officer and head of data engineering, discusses the role of data in enabling or possibly stalling AI’s progress with George Lee, co-head of the Goldman Sachs Global Institute, and Allison Nathan, senior strategist in Goldman Sachs Research. This episode was recorded on September 25, 2025. The opinions and views expressed herein are as of the date of publication, subject to change without notice, and may not necessarily reflect the institutional...
Are concerns about the quality and reliability of economic data — as well as its vulnerabilities to political influences — warranted? Former BLS Commissioner Erica Groshen, who served from 2013 to 2017, Laffer Associates’ Arthur Laffer, Harvard Business School’s Alberto Cavallo, and Goldman Sachs’ Joseph Briggs discuss data quality, political influence, and the future of economic indicators with Allison Nathan on Goldman Sachs Exchanges. This episode explores the latest Top of Mind report. This ...
While the healthcare sector has lagged behind the broader markets, there are pockets of innovation. Asad Haider, head of the US Healthcare Business Unit in Goldman Sachs Research, and Amit Sinha, head of Life Sciences Investing in Goldman Sachs Asset Management, discuss their outlook for the industry. This episode was recorded on September 8 and 15, 2025. The opinions and views expressed herein are as of the date of publication, subject to change without notice, and may not necessarily reflect t...
Goldman Sachs’ Darren Cohen, co-head and chief investment officer of Growth Equity within Goldman Sachs Asset Management, discusses his career trajectory and investment philosophy, and where he sees opportunity today. This episode was recorded on August 11, 2025. The opinions and views expressed herein are as of the date of publication, subject to change without notice, and may not necessarily reflect the institutional views of Goldman Sachs or its affiliates. The material provided is intended f...
In this episode, Former Acting Comptroller of the Currency Brian Brooks and UC Berkeley’s Barry Eichengreen discuss the outlook for stablecoins — digital currencies pegged to the value of traditional fiat currencies like the US dollar. Moderated by Goldman Sachs Research’s Allison Nathan, the discussion covers the potential implications of a growing stablecoin market existing payment and banking systems, financial markets, and broader financial stability. This episode explores the latest Top of ...
In the latest episode of Goldman Sachs Exchanges: Great Investors, Jeff Aronson, the co-founder and managing principal of Centerbridge Partners, discusses his career and path to building the firm, and the opportunities and challenges facing private investment managers today. This episode was recorded on July 16, 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Raffaele Savi, global head of BlackRock Systematic, shares his perspective on the evolution of quantitative investing, the role of AI, and the recent volatility in the market. This episode was recorded on July 29, 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As one of Silicon Valley’s most respected venture capitalists, Mike Speiser, managing director of Sutter Hill Ventures, doesn’t just invest in companies, he often takes a leading role in building them. On the latest episode of Goldman Sachs Exchanges: Great Investors, Speiser discusses his approach to investing with Goldman Sachs’ Ken Hirsch. This episode was recorded on July 7, 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
One of the biggest questions about the rise of AI is how it will impact jobs. Goldman Sachs Research’s Joseph Briggs joins GS Exchanges’ co-hosts Allison Nathan and George Lee to discuss the potential for labor displacement as adoption increases, as well as the industries and roles that could be most affected. This episode was recorded on July 31, 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Goldman Sachs Research's John Marshall explains the factors behind the recent rally in meme stocks, and what that resurgence means for the broader market. This episode was recorded on July 24, 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Markets seem to be taking tariffs and landmark changes in global trade policy in stride. Goldman Sachs’ Jan Hatzius and Dom Wilson discuss the impact of tariffs on inflation and growth, and their outlook for the second half of 2025. This episode was recorded on July 17, 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The rise of AI is driving unprecedented and complex power demands, challenging existing infrastructure and utility operations. This episode explores the bottlenecks stemming from decades of flat power demand, an aging grid, and regulatory policies, which are now being addressed through innovative partnerships and significant capital investments between fast-moving tech giants and highly regulated power companies. Discussions cover solutions like nuclear plant co-location, flexible demand management, and future technologies like SMRs, highlighting the collaborative efforts to modernize the grid and enable AI's growth.
An aging global population is a significant demographic shift. This episode explores the facts and drivers behind this trend, including increased longevity and declining fertility rates, and challenges the view that it's solely an economic negative. It discusses how people are living healthier and working longer, potentially offsetting concerns about a shrinking workforce, and touches on investment implications.
