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Report published June 8, 2026

Goldman Sachs Equity Positioning and Key Levels - June 8, 2026

Goldman Sachs · June 8, 2026

This report provides a weekly recap of equity positioning metrics, focusing on GS Prime Brokerage flow data, CTA strategies, and corporate buyback activity. It highlights significant net buying in global equities and shifts in sector-specific positioning.

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Key Takeaways

  • 1.Global equities experienced the largest net buying in nearly four months, primarily driven by long buys outpacing short sales.
  • 2.Corporate buyback activity remains elevated but is expected to taper off after June 15th as companies enter blackout windows.
  • 3.The GS Equity Systematic L/S Performance Estimate rose +1.35% during the observed period, outperforming the Fundamental L/S estimate (+0.73%).

Table of Contents

  • CTA Corner
  • GS Prime Brokerage
  • Buybacks Desk
  • GS Corporate Desk Trading Flow
  • Historical Cumulative Market Execution Activity
  • Charts in Focus

Report data

Expected Flows in Different Scenarios by Market ($MM)

MetricEstimateContext
GS Equity Fundamental L/S Performance Estimate0.73%Prime Brokerage performance
Source: Goldman Sachs. This is a dated model snapshot, not a live forecast.

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