Goldman Sachs International
May 13, 2026
Europe Macro and Staples and Retail Conference Update
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This Goldman Sachs update provides a higher inflation outlook for the Euro Area and summarizes key stock-specific takeaways for European companies including ASML, Siemens Energy, and Umicore.
Key Takeaways
- 1.Euro area headline inflation is forecasted to peak at 3.4% yoy in 2026Q4, higher than previously estimated.
- 2.Umicore upgraded to Buy from Neutral following a reassessment of metals recycling upside and specialty materials strength.
- 3.ASML maintains its Buy rating with an increased price target of €1,600, driven by higher leading-edge semis demand expectations.
Table of Contents
- EUROPEAN ECONOMICS ANALYST - Euro Area—Some More Fuel for Inflation, but Fire Still Contained
- CONSUMER STAPLES - European Consumer Staples and Retail Conference — Key Takeaways
- ASML Holding (ASML.AS)
- Siemens Energy (ENR1n.DE)
- Umicore (UMI.BR)
- SAP (SAPG.DE)
- Bayer AG (BAYGn.DE)
- Galderma (GALD.S)
- Knorr Bremse (KBX.DE)
- ON Holding (ONON)
- UniCredit (CRDI.MI)
- Notice to Australian Investors
- Additional Disclaimers
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Authors
Ioannis Blekos
Securities
ASML HoldingENR1n.DEUMI.BRONONUNI
Themes
Rising Inflation Pressure in EurozoneAI Adoption in Consumer SectorsPositive Sentiment in Energy Infrastructure & Semi Capex
Regions
EuropeGermanyNetherlandsBelgium
