Goldman Sachs CEO: Macro environment started to weigh on sentiment volatility

Watch on YouTube ↗  |  April 13, 2026 at 14:04  |  1:48  |  CNBC
Speakers
Carl Quintanilla — Anchor, CNBC
David Solomon — Chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs

Summary

The video discusses Goldman Sachs' first-quarter earnings call, with CEO David Solomon highlighting how macro factors are weighing on market sentiment and increasing volatility. Hosts analyze the earnings performance and credit provisions, with one expressing a bullish view on Goldman Sachs stock.

  • Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon comments on macro environment impacting sentiment.
  • Volatility rose due to AI disruption, software sector concerns, and Middle East conflict.
  • Hosts review Goldman's Q1 earnings and mild credit provisions.
  • One host believes Goldman's quarter was good and the stock may be undervalued.
  • Discussion on high earnings estimates and stock price reaction.
  • Emphasis on the importance of diversified financial franchises in volatile markets.
Trade Ideas
Carl Quintanilla Anchor, CNBC 1:05
Goldman Sachs quarter good, stock undervalued.
The host believes Goldman Sachs had a good quarter despite elevated estimates, and the stock's laggard performance on the S&P may not reflect the positive results, suggesting potential undervaluation.
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Speakers: Carl Quintanilla  · Tickers: GS