Quarterly Investment Update
Geopolitical risks, concerns about private credit, and the potential impact of AI on the economy remain key focus areas for investors.
In a new video, Sofia Bonito, portfolio manager for Goldman Sachs’ Portfolio Management Group, discusses key macroeconomic factors that may affect the market at the outset of the second quarter of 2026:
- War in the Middle East
- Private credit concerns
- The Fed: Checks and balances
- AI’s impact on the labor market
- US equity outlook
If you have questions about how the perspectives shared in this market update impact your financial portfolio, connect with your Goldman Sachs team.
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