Goldman Sachs(US:GS) Xin Lang Cai Jing·2025-05-08 02:37Group 1 - The Trump administration is softening its most aggressive tariff policies, including a 90-day suspension of retaliatory tariffs and exemptions for ICT products, while modifying auto parts tariffs to avoid overlap with steel and aluminum tariffs [1][2] - The expected reduction of US tariffs on China from approximately 160% to 60% is anticipated, with potential simultaneous reductions in Chinese tariffs on the US [1][2] Group 2 - Hard data shows resilience in the labor market, with initial unemployment claims indicating strength despite the distortion from early procurement in GDP data [1][2] - Financial conditions have significantly eased, with current levels suggesting a minimal drag on US GDP growth of only 0.2 percentage points in Q3 [1][2] Group 3 - The probability of recession remains at 45%, with risks from potential tax increases in sectors like pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, and film, and the delayed impact of previously announced tariffs [2][3] - Soft data has declined below typical levels seen in event-driven recessions, indicating potential economic challenges ahead [2][3] Group 4 - The Federal Reserve's policy outlook remains highly uncertain, with a delay in the first preventive rate cut from June to July, while concerns about the Fed's independence are rising due to potential political pressures [3][4] - A decrease in the Fed's independence could lead to worsening long-term inflation [4] Group 5 - Despite slight economic resilience, the investment environment is challenging, with risks of inflation spikes, supply chain disruptions, and rising unemployment [5] - The company maintains a strong stance on shorting the dollar and going long on gold, while also favoring UK rates, copper, and US natural gas, but is bearish on oil [5]