Goldman Sachs Poised for Strong Q4 Earnings Amid Wall Street Resurgence
As the financial sector gears up for a busy earnings season, all eyes are on Goldman Sachs, set to report its fourth-quarter results before the market opens on Wednesday. The investment banking giant is expected to ride the wave of optimism surrounding a rebound in Wall Street deals, which has seen its shares surge nearly 50% last year.
Deal-Making Frenzy Fuels Expectations
The Federal Reserve’s easing cycle and the election of Donald Trump have boosted expectations for mergers and stock deals, leading to a significant increase in investment banking revenue. According to Dealogic figures, industry-wide investment banking revenue jumped 29% in the quarter, driven by rising advisory and equity capital markets activity. This uptick is expected to translate into double-digit percentage growth in Goldman’s investment banking and trading fees.
Asset and Wealth Management Division Set to Shine
The buoyant stock market late last year is also expected to boost results within Goldman’s asset and wealth management division, which CEO David Solomon has identified as the growth engine of the firm. This division is poised to benefit from the increased investor activity and market volatility.
A Turnaround from Last Year’s Challenges
The current setup is a far cry from a year ago, when Solomon faced pressure to appease internal stakeholders following an ill-fated foray into consumer finance. The losses tied to consumer finance, combined with dried-up Wall Street deals due to rising rates and regulatory scrutiny, had put the CEO under intense scrutiny.
Peer Banks Also Reporting This Week
Goldman Sachs is not the only major bank reporting earnings this week. JPMorgan Chase, Wells Fargo, and Citigroup are also set to release their results on Wednesday, while Bank of America and Morgan Stanley will follow on Thursday.
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