From Yahoo Finance: 2025-04-29 08:44:00

Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon predicts mergers and public listings will stabilize despite current uncertainty. He warns layoffs are likely to rise as policy uncertainty affects investment and growth. Solomon remains optimistic for a rebound in merger activity later this year or next, noting private equity deals are still strong.

While deal activity is lower than expected, trading desks are profiting from market uncertainty. Solomon is hopeful for regulatory easing in the US and Europe to promote growth. He sees potential for more stimulus in Europe to boost growth and remove barriers to capital market growth and banking sector consolidation.

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