Here's why Goldman Sachs just flipped bullish on stocks for the rest of the year
Goldman Sachs' recent shift to a bullish stance on stocks signals a pivotal moment for market participants, reinforcing the notion that earnings growth and valuations are finally aligning favorably. This positive sentiment could energize risk assets, drawing investor attention back to equities as a viable investment class for the remainder of the year. As market conditions evolve, the implications for foreign exchange markets may be significant, particularly if a stronger appetite for risk drives currencies associated with risk-on sentiment higher.
Where it sits in our coverage
Our consensus EUR/USD target sits at 1.075 (median across 8 firms), with Goldman at the upper bound (1.12) and BofA at the lower (1.04). Goldman's optimistic outlook could provide upward pressure on currencies correlated with equity performance, suggesting a potential bullish trend.
How firms align
Goldman's bullish pivot aligns with JPMorgan's outlook, which targets EUR/USD at 1.10 with a March 2026 tenor. On the contrary, BofA remains cautious with a target of 1.04, suggesting differing views on market trajectory. This divergence highlights contrasting perspectives on how equity strength will influence currency values in future forecasts.
What the data shows
Recent analyses indicate a trend towards more bullish economic indicators, reinforcing a potential upward revision in equity forecasts. For further details, refer to our latest insights published at /research/... .
How firms align with this view
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Key takeaways
- 01Goldman Sachs turns bullish on stocks, could signal risk-on sentiment.
- 02Emerging bullish trends may influence key FX positions.
- 03Watch for EUR/USD reactions around 1.10 as equities gain traction.
Market implications
Next week’s earnings reports and the upcoming Fed meeting are critical to watch, as they may set the tone for broader market sentiment. A firm break above 1.10 in EUR/USD could reflect growing confidence in risk assets.
Risks to this view
A sudden downturn in economic indicators or unexpected geopolitical events could invalidate this bullish view. Should the equity market experience significant volatility or downside risk, we may see a recalibration of FX positions.
Sentiment by currency
USD~EUR~JPY~GBP~Composite USD score: +0.00
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