Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research: Top of Mind

This article is a summary of the Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research “Top of Mind” series. The series covers a wide range of topics, including economic growth, market volatility, central bank policy, and geopolitical risk.

Questions

• What are the top economic risks facing the global economy?
• How will the trade war between the United States and China affect the global economy?
• What are the implications of central bank policy for asset prices?
• What are the biggest geopolitical risks facing the global economy?

Answers

• The top economic risks facing the global economy include:
  • A slowdown in global growth
  • Rising interest rates
  • Trade tensions
  • Geopolitical risk
• The trade war between the United States and China could have a significant impact on the global economy. It could lead to a slowdown in global growth, higher prices for consumers, and increased uncertainty in the markets.
• Central bank policy is likely to remain supportive in the near term. However, as economic growth picks up, central banks may start to raise interest rates. This could lead to volatility in the markets.
• The biggest geopolitical risks facing the global economy include:
  • The ongoing conflict in Syria
  • The rise of populism in Europe
  • The threat of terrorism