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Goldman Sachs

Goldman Sachs is a New York-based investment banking firm that engages in global investment banking, securities, investment management, and other financial services, primarily with institutional clients. Founded in 1869, the firm is recognised as one of the most prestigious institutions in the world, although its reputation has suffered after the financial sector drew fire since the global financial crisis.

Chairman / President

David Solomon

CEO / Managing Director

David Solomon

CFO / Finance Director

Lloyd Blankfein (Chairman and CEO)

Industry

Banking, Financial services

Website

GoldmanSachs.com

Headquarters address

200 West Street, New York, New York, U.S.

Stock Code

NYSE:GS

Year founded

1869

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.css-1m2rp1p{color:#34b8b5;}Macroscope | How global debt is sowing the seeds of financial collapse

Markets have so far shrugged off wars and trade conflicts, but the rapid rise of already massive debt should alarm investors.

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