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The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) Research Brief

Wall Street consensus, price target range, and equity research thesis

Hold55 Analyst Coverage
Consensus Target
$1202+14.4% Upside
Current: $1051.31
Analyst Range
Low $995High $1325
12-Month High/Low Spread
Ratings Mix
22 Buy·30 Hold·3 Sell
Earnings & Valuation
EPS Beat 45.0%
Forward P/E: 15.1x

Executive Summary & Research Take

Wall Street currently rates GS hold with a 12-month price target of $1202 (+14.4% upside). The sections below cover the bull case, key risks, and latest earnings context for The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc..

Recent Analyst Actions

GS Analyst Upgrades & Price Target Changes

1 of 1 analysts raised targets. Recent price target changes and ratings for GS.

Updated Jun 2026
FirmActionRatingPrice Target
JP MorganRaisedNeutral$826$900

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Analyst Research Summary

Investment Thesis: Bull Case & Risk Factors

A structured look at the bull case, the risks, and the most recent earnings execution for GS.

Current setup

GS beat estimates last quarter. Below are the key reasons analysts remain constructive and the risks that could change that view.

Bull Case

What keeps the long thesis intact

  • Strong Financial PerformanceGoldman Sachs reported a record annualized EPS forecast of $57.70–$57.86 for 2026, reflecting a 12.7% year-over-year increase.
  • Strategic Pivot and M&AThe firm is pivoting back to investment banking, with management projecting a stronger M&A environment in 2026, supported by a four-year high IB backlog.
  • Regulatory TailwindsBasel III revisions in March 2026 are expected to decrease capital requirements, potentially releasing billions for shareholder returns.
  • Shareholder ReturnsGoldman Sachs has a solid dividend payout ratio and may announce an upsized share buyback, significantly boosting EPS.
  • AI and DigitalizationThe firm is undergoing a firmwide AI transformation to enhance efficiency and generate higher fee-based revenues.
  • Broadening Bull MarketGoldman Sachs anticipates a broadening bull market with an S&P 500 target of 7,600, driven by economic growth and easing monetary policy.

Wall Street rates GS hold, giving the bull case institutional backing from 55 analysts.

Watch Out For

What can break the setup quickly

  • Insider SellingRecent insider selling by key executives could signal a lack of confidence in future stock performance.
  • Analyst Downgrades and Price Target ReductionsSome analysts have downgraded the stock from 'strong-buy' to 'hold,' indicating a more cautious outlook.
  • Valuation ConcernsThe stock is trading at a premium P/E ratio compared to its industry average, suggesting it may no longer be a deep value play.
  • Economic RisksA spike in oil prices could increase US recession odds, potentially freezing the M&A pipeline.
  • High Debt-to-Equity RatioGoldman Sachs has a high debt-to-equity ratio of 2.56, raising concerns about financial leverage during downturns.
  • Fee Compression and CompetitionPressure from digital competitors and fee compression could weigh on margins across banking and trading.

Watch whether new negative commentary on GS points to these structural risks or is simply reacting to short-term price moves.

GS Earnings Reaction — What the Last Quarter Showed

Last Quarter

EPS
$20.98 vs $14.47 est.Beat 45.0%
Revenue
$20.3B vs $16.2B est.Beat 25.3%
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GS — Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to the most common questions about buying GS stock.

What is the analyst consensus on GS?
Verdict

GS has modest upside — analysts rate it "Hold" with a $1202 target, implying +14.4% from today's $1051.31. This is informational only — verify the data and consider your own risk tolerance before deciding.

What are recent analyst rating changes for GS?
Timing

Timing depends on your horizon, but the data signals are: consensus rating "Hold" with +14.4% upside to the $1202 target. In the past 30 days, 1 of 1 covering analysts raised their price targets — a bullish signal.

What is the price target for GS stock?
Price Target

GS's consensus 12-month price target is $1202, set by 55 Wall Street analysts. The bull case high is $1325 and the bear case low is $995. From the current price of $1051.31, this implies +14.4% upside.

Is GS overvalued or undervalued?
Valuation

GS appears fairly valued — the $1202 consensus target is roughly in line with today's $1051.31 (+14.4%). It trades at a forward P/E of 15.1x. Targets range from $995 (bear) to $1325 (bull), reflecting different assumptions about growth and margins.

What were GS's latest earnings results?
Earnings

GS reports next quarter. Earnings-week moves are volatile — historically, analyst targets revise upward after a beat and downward after a miss. The current consensus is "Hold" with a $1202 target. Consider position sizing rather than going all-in pre-print.

What is the bull case for GS?
Coverage

Of 55 analysts covering The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS): 0 Strong Buy, 22 Buy, 30 Hold, 3 Sell, 0 Strong Sell — a "Hold" consensus. The 12-month price target is $1202 (range $995–$1325). Bullish analysts outnumber bearish by more than 2-to-1.

What are the risks of investing in GS?
Risks

3 of the 55 analysts covering GS rate it Sell or Strong Sell. Common concerns include valuation stretch, slowing growth, and sector-specific headwinds — see the Bull vs. Risk cards above for the specific theses on The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc..

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