Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS)

In the past six months, Goldman Sachs' stock experienced a significant single-day decline of -9.2% on April 3, 2025. However, Q2 2025 earnings surpassed estimates, leading to a nearly 1% rise in share price. The stock reached an all-time high closing price of $806.32 on September 23, 2025. Executives engaged in insider stock sales in Q2 2025. The company increased its quarterly dividend from $3.00 to $4.00. As of October 3, 2025, the stock price was $789.98, reflecting a 59.54% increase over the past year.

Demand seasonality for Goldman Sachs' products and services is influenced by broader market trends and specific product cycles. Historically, implied volatility for GS stock tends to rise in December and decline in July. General market seasonality suggests that retail investors often sell stocks in late April, and September has historically been the worst-performing month for the S&P 500 index. Central bank gold purchases typically slow during the summer months and re-accelerate from September. For Marcus, holiday shopping trends influence consumer banking product demand, particularly in the final two months of the year.

The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. is a global financial institution operating in the Financial Services sector, specifically in the Investment Bankers/Brokers/Service industry. Its core business includes investment banking, securities, and investment management, offering services such as financial advisory, underwriting, market-making, asset management, and wealth management. Through Marcus by Goldman Sachs, it also provides direct bank services.

Headquartered in New York City, Goldman Sachs has a global presence with offices in over 70 cities across more than 30 countries, including major financial centers like London, Tokyo, and Hong Kong. In October 2025, it expanded its footprint by opening a new office in Kuwait.

Goldman Sachs' brand reputation has been impacted by historical controversies, including the 1MDB scandal and the 2008 financial crisis. Ongoing arbitration related to asset recovery thresholds from the 1MDB scandal continues. Despite these challenges, Goldman Sachs has maintained its status as a leading investment bank by improving client relations and ethical standards. The firm prioritizes its business reputation with sophisticated clients. In the past year, Goldman Sachs has engaged in activities that positively contribute to its brand image, such as releasing its 2025 Family Office Investment Insights Report and announcing a strategic collaboration with T. Rowe Price. The opening of a new office in Kuwait further demonstrates its global standing.

Institutional investors hold a substantial portion of Goldman Sachs' shares, owning approximately 63% to 74.3% of the company. The top institutional shareholders include Vanguard Group Inc., Blackrock, Inc., and State Street Corp. Insiders own about 0.58% to 5.90% of the stock, while retail investors and others hold approximately 21.24% to 37%. Notable individual shareholders include Henry M. Paulson Jr. and David Viniar.