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A Better Balance of Risks: 2018 Mid-Year Outlook

We think the outlook for risk asset returns has improved.We are strategically pro-risk, but continue to emphasize a dynamic approach to investment as volatility re-emerges.

MARKET STRATEGIST INSIGHTS 1 of 2

PORTFOLIO MANAGER INSIGHTS 2 of 2

Market Strategy

Complex markets can be difficult to decipher. We provide investment professionals and their clients with a global perspective to help explain the issues and trends affecting their portfolios.

Market Know-How

Bring the Noise

Episodic volatility has picked up and markets are abuzz with noise. We believe the backstretch of 2018 remains supportive of risk assets, but sentiment can change rapidly. A strategic commitment to risk management is key.

Edition 3 Themes

1Municipal bonds: less rate sensitive than you think.

2Rethink diversification.

3Staying private.

4Investing for impact.

5Emerging exodus.

6Chart your course.

Chart of the Week

Chart of the Week: Putting the Value Back in Value

Credit spreads across most sectors are currently at historically elevated levels.

Source: Bloomberg and GSAM. As of October 2018.

GSAM Connect

October 2018

10 Thoughts on the October 10 Market Selloff

The ten key thoughts on the recent selloff, many of which discuss factors that extend beyond a single day’s move.

October 2018

EM Viewpoints – Short Term Pain, Long Term Potential Gain

From 2017 to earlier this year, Emerging Market (EM) equities had been bolstered by the consensus optimism on a strong and synchronized global growth.

September 2018

Back to Markets Update | EM Currency Volatility

Back to school and back to the markets. In this update we drill down on the key drivers behind recent volatility in emerging market (EM) currencies.

Stay posted on the latest market developments and key themes for your portfolios and practices

More Market Strategy

October 2018

Monthly Market Pulse: October

Monthly recap of global markets, thought leadership, and investment themes from across Goldman Sachs.

Walking the Tightrope

In our view, 2018 is unfolding much like a performer walking a tightrope. Risk is considerable, but manageable, and best addressed by balance, agility, and focus.

View more perspectives on the latest market developments and trends

Stay Informed and Be Ahead of the Curve

MARKET MONITOR

Weekly views from senior Goldman Sachs economists and strategists

MARKET KNOW-HOW

Triannual insights on market conditions and timely investment ideas

MARKET PULSE

Monthly market commentary coupled with insights on portfolio construction

GSAM CONNECT

Posts on the latest market developments and key themes for your portfolios

MANAGE SUBSCRIPTIONS

Asset Class Views

Access the latest views from our product teams on macro strategies and browse insights by key topics, such as equities, fixed income, money markets and alternatives.

Weathering Heights: How to Invest in 2018

How can investors weather the heights in asset valuations and the potential risks in 2018?

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2018 Macro Chartbook: 3 Themes to Watch

October 2018

Global Fixed Income Weekly

Each week the Fixed Income team releases its views on macro strategies including duration, country and currency, and sector strategies such as securitized debt, corporate credit, emerging markets debt, government/agency, and municipals.

GOLDMAN SACHS RESEARCH

Follow trends in the global economy, including policy issues and analysis of economic development from Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research.