Episode notes
Despite recent wobbles in the US equity market, Muhammad Qubbaj, co-head of US Interest Rate Products in Goldman Sachs Global Banking & Markets, believes the rally is on firm footing. He discusses the outlook for stocks and bonds, and explains why he’s not yet concerned about the rising issuance of bonds by tech companies and the US government, in this conversation with Chris Hussey. Recorded on Jun 11, 2026. The opinions and views expressed herein are as of the date of publication, subject to change without notice, and may not necessarily reflect the institutional views of Goldman Sachs or…
The Markets
by Goldman Sachs · English · Business
What’s driving this week’s market moves – and where are the biggest opportunities? Goldman Sachs traders discuss.
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