Goldman Sachs (GS) stock plummeted 5.05% during intraday trading on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, as investors reacted to concerns over rising operating costs and potential regulatory challenges facing the investment banking giant.
According to a report from Zacks Investment Research, Goldman Sachs and its rival Morgan Stanley are facing headwinds that could hinder their short-term growth prospects. These include rising operating costs and regulatory changes that could create uncertainties for both companies.
The report highlighted that Goldman Sachs' operating expenses witnessed a three-year (2020-2023) compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6%, while Morgan Stanley's total expenses recorded a CAGR of 7.6% during the same period. The ongoing investments in technology and market development for business expansion are expected to keep costs elevated for both firms.
Additionally, being geographically diversified and highly dependent on overseas revenues, risks stemming from the regulatory and political environment, foreign exchange fluctuations, and the performance of regional economies may also hurt Goldman Sachs' top line, according to the report.
Despite these near-term challenges, the report noted that Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley maintain strong long-term growth potential. However, these factors suggest caution for those considering new investments in the stocks at the moment.
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