Goldman Sachs predicts US equity struggles due to tariffs

Goldman Sachs predicts that the US equity markets will have a tough time gaining ground in the next two weeks. This expectation comes from ongoing uncertainty about new tariffs set to begin on April 2. Major stock indexes are likely to remain unstable as investors wait for more information. The firm notes that it might be challenging for the market to rally significantly during this period of uncertainty. However, Goldman Sachs believes that investors may have already adjusted for a possible tariff increase. They caution that there are risks on both sides regarding this announcement. As traders prepare for potential tariff changes, they will be closely monitoring any updates from the government, especially comments from President Trump. Some analysts believe that any major market gains will be limited after April 2. Additionally, traders are focusing on a key date, April 18, known as April Opex, which could also impact market movements. Today is March 21, 2025, and this date is seen as an important upcoming risk event.