Goldman's Kostin on Market Outlook, Strategy

The video discusses the current state of the US equity market, focusing on market valuation, interest rates, and the impact of Federal Reserve actions. It highlights the importance of earnings and the uncertainties surrounding the Fed meeting. The analysis includes company guidance, profit margins, and the potential effects of interest rate hikes on the market.

What is a key driver of the US equity market as discussed in the video?

• Real interest rates

• Unemployment rates

• Foreign exchange rates

• Inflation rates

What percentage of the tech sector's equity capitalization is expected to report results during the earnings week?

• 30%

• 70%

• 50%

• 60%

What was a major challenge for management in 2021?

• Decreasing commodity prices

• Low consumer demand

• Supply chain disruptions

• High unemployment rates

What is the expected number of interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve in 2022 according to the Goldman Sachs forecast?

• 4

• 3

• 5

• 2

How have changes in bond yields historically affected the equity market?

• Volatile equity market

• Decreased equity market

• Increased equity market

• No effect on equity market

What is a concern for companies with negative free cash flow?

• Increasing market share

• Depleting cash reserves

• Rising stock prices

• Stable gross margins

What is a strategy for companies to manage around rising bond yields?

• Expand into new markets

• Increase debt levels

• Focus on high and stable gross margins

• Reduce workforce