Goldman Sachs The Markets
“Long stocks, short bonds”
May 9, 2025
Anshul Sehgal, Global Co-Head of Fixed Income, Currency and Commodities at Goldman Sachs, dives into market dynamics and investment strategies. He shares insights on the repercussions of tariffs, such as the lumber trade with Canada, and whether they truly benefit the economy. The discussion also covers the Fed's cautious approach to inflation and stagflation, the effects of U.S. exceptionalism amid foreign capital outflows, and strategic decisions around long stocks and short bonds in a changing fiscal landscape.
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- Ongoing tariffs impact the U.S. economy by affecting trade balances while emphasizing the importance of domestic value creation for investor opportunities.
- The Federal Reserve is adopting a cautious approach to interest rate adjustments in response to inflationary shocks, with a focus on the labor market's future performance.
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Impact of Tariffs on the Economy
Tariffs have significant implications for the U.S. economy, particularly in how they affect trade balances and domestic value creation. An example discussed is a U.S. company purchasing lumber from Canada for home construction, which contributes to a trade deficit but adds considerable value within the U.S. borders. Over the past two decades, this net investment has led to a substantial increase in domestic wealth, with U.S. households becoming significantly wealthier in comparison to foreign stakeholders. The overall assessment suggests that while tariffs are challenging to navigate, the potential economic growth provided by domestic investments can outweigh the negatives.
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