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EU Elections: What’s at Stake?
Elections for the European Parliament taking place May 23-26 are setting up to be exceptionally important given the rise of populist and nationalist forces that threaten Europe’s long-standing centrist status quo. Some even see this election as a crucial moment in deciding the future of the European Union. Allison Nathan from Goldman Sachs Research talks to experts about the potential implications of this important election in this episode of Top of Mind. Learn More
Why Are Savings Rates Back in Focus in the UK?
A conversation with Goldman Sachs’ Des McDaid on the UK savings landscape. Listen Now
What’s the Role of Private Capital Markets in Europe?
Greg Olafson and Nishi Somaiya of Goldman Sachs’ Securities Division discuss how private capital markets – in particular, direct lending to middle market companies – have evolved in Europe in the wake of the global financial crisis. Listen Now
Disruptive Technology Symposium 2019: What's the Next Big Tech Trend?
From AI to mobility, we asked leading figures at the Goldman Sachs Disruptive Technology Symposium in London what they see as the next big technology trend of the future. Watch Video
What’s Next For Emerging Markets?
Kevin Daly of Goldman Sachs Research discusses what’s next for emerging markets across the globe and specifically hones in on the CEEMEA region – Central and Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa. Listen Now
The Rise of Female Investors
Goldman Sachs recently held its third annual `Women & Wealth Forum`, a gathering of female investors, business owners and entrepreneurs. We sat down with Goldman Sachs’ Natasha Pope, a private wealth advisor who spearheaded the launch of the forum in London and shared takeaways from the event. Learn More
How is Tech Reshaping the City Skyline?
Jim Garman of Goldman Sachs’ Merchant Banking Division discusses Europe’s real estate sector and how technology is changing the layout of cities. Listen Now
Dame Ellen MacArthur: World Record-Breaking Sailor
Dame Ellen MacArthur discusses her world record-breaking sailing career and her current efforts to create a more “circular” economy, where resources and power recirculate and regenerate to eliminate plastic waste and pollution. Watch Video
Anya Hindmarch: Fashion Designer
Fashion designer Anya Hindmarch discusses the innovation driving her fashion business, the storytelling in her designs and how technology continues to change the way she markets her products to the consumer. Watch Video
Europe’s Fintech Revolution
The fintech landscape is rapidly changing around the world, and nowhere more so than in Europe. Steve Considine from the Goldman Sachs Investment Banking Division explains how a favorable regulatory landscape and cross-border opportunities are driving growth in the sector. Watch Video
Why ESG is Becoming a ‘Business Imperative’ for Asset Managers
Richard Manley of Goldman Sachs Research explains why integrating ESG is becoming a “business imperative” for asset managers, why Europe is leading other regions in ESG investing and much more. Listen Now
Takeaways From a 450+ Investor European Road Trip
Goldman Sachs’ Donough Kilmurray, who advises private wealth clients across EMEA, recently returned from an investor road trip across seven countries where he spoke with more than 450 investors. We caught up with Kilmurray who shared his perspectives on markets and client concerns. Learn More
With Brexit Uncertainty and Sluggish Growth, Where Are European Investors Seeking Value?
Andrew Wilson, CEO of Goldman Sachs Asset Management for Europe, the Middle East and Africa, discusses Europe’s investing environment against a backdrop of macro and political uncertainty. Listen Now
The Solar Surge
After a decade of declining costs, solar power is cheaper than ever. Goldman Sachs Research explains how in some parts of the world the costs of producing solar power are now lower than those of generating energy from fossil fuels. Watch Video
The Consolidation and Convergence in Private Equity
Goldman Sachs' Céline-Marie Méchain started the firm's private equity coverage business in France in 2000, at a time when the industry was relatively new. We caught up with Céline who shared her thoughts on the latest trends influencing the industry. Learn More
France in Focus: CEOs Playing Offense and Defense
Pierre Hudry, head of the Paris office for Goldman Sachs, discusses the key considerations for his investment banking clients in France, from geopolitical uncertainty to increasing shareholder activism to market stability. Listen Now
Tech in Europe: Innovating Amidst Constraints
Jo Hannaford of Goldman Sachs’ Technology Division discusses tech disruption in Europe and how companies are innovating amidst political and regulatory constraints. Listen Now
The European Consumer
As technological innovation continues at a rapid clip, today’s consumers are displaying a new set of behaviors and expectations, explains Andre Kelleners of the Goldman Sachs Investment Banking division, and that’s playing out in global markets, including Europe. Watch Video
European Economic Outlook 2019: Recovery Fatigue
Goldman Sachs Research forecasts European economic growth to slow in 2019 as the benefits from past tailwinds fade. Read Report and Watch Video
Talent and Technology: What’s Driving Poland’s Growth
Goldman Sachs’ Artur Tomala and Brent Watson join us to talk through Poland’s economic, business and political environment and where the growing nation fits within the broader European region. Listen Now
Goldman Sachs' Marcus and the UK Savings Market
As Marcus by Goldman Sachs starts accepting its first UK depositors, we sat down with Goldman Sachs' Des McDaid, who heads up the UK Marcus business, to talk about the environment for savers. Learn More
Europe’s Energy Evolution
Alberto Gandolfi of Goldman Sachs Research joins us to talk through Europe’s sustainable energy transformation, from the declining costs of wind and solar power to the growth in electric vehicles and more. Listen Now
'E-Concessions' – Luxury Goes Digital
Louise Singlehurst of Goldman Sachs Research explains how luxury brands’ digital “e-concessions” model is likely to add tens of millions of dollars in industry revenue over the next few years without an adverse effect on brick-and-mortar sales. Watch Video
From Corporate Simplification to Recovering Growth - Europe’s Business Environment
Marc Nachmann, co-head of the Goldman Sachs Investment Banking Division, joins us to talk through the key factors shaping Europe’s business climate, from corporate simplification to global trade tensions to increased scrutiny in the tech sector. Listen Now
Growth, Politics and Shareholder Activism: European Equities in Focus
As part of our closer look at emerging economic and market themes in Europe, Sharon Bell of Goldman Sachs Research discusses the performance of European equities, exploring why growth stocks are outperforming value, how populism impacts markets, what activists see in Europe, and the outlook for the region’s stocks through the rest of the year. Listen Now
Hallo Tech: Germany Adapts to the Digital Age
As part of our close-up look at European economic and business trends, Goldman Sachs’ Wolfgang Fink discusses how Germany’s historically strong economy is undergoing a transformation adapting to the digital age. Listen Now
In the Face of Brexit, Business as Usual in Europe… But for How Long?
Anthony Gutman of the Goldman Sachs Investment Banking Division discusses the European deal-making landscape on the latest episode of our podcast, Exchanges at Goldman Sachs. Listen Now
Post-Brexit Europe: A Period of Uncertainty and Opportunity
Richard Gnodde, vice chairman of Goldman Sachs and CEO of Goldman Sachs International, talks Brexit and its impact on the European business environment on our podcast, Exchanges at Goldman Sachs. Listen Now
Highlights in Europe
Talks at GS gathers leading thinkers, innovators and entrepreneurs, and in Europe these have included David Beckham, Yotam Ottolenghi and Ella Woodward, to share their insights and ideas shaping the world. Watch Video