Goldman Sachs Gr Option Alert: Jun, 2027 $580 Calls at the Bid: 900 vs 2 OI; Earnings 4/14 Before Open 

Goldman Sachs Gr Option Alert: Jun, 2027 $580 Calls at the Bid: 900 @ $139.65 vs 2 OI; Earnings 4/14 Before Open Ref=$635.89

Goldman Sachs Gr Option Alert: Jan 16 $480 Calls at the Bid: 900 vs 1038 OI; Earnings 4/14 Before Open 

Goldman Sachs Gr Option Alert: Jan 16 $480 Calls at the Bid: 900 @ $176.0 vs 1038 OI; Earnings 4/14 Before Open Ref=$635.89

Goldman Sachs Gr Option Alert: Jan 16 $480 Calls Sweep (3) near the Ask: 35 vs 1038 OI; Earnings 4/14 Before Open 

Goldman Sachs Gr Option Alert: Jan 16 $480 Calls Sweep (3) near the Ask: 35 @ $177.86 vs 1038 OI; Earnings 4/14 Before Open Ref=$636.995

Goldman Sachs Gr Option Alert: Aug 15 $560 Calls Sweep (37) near the Ask: 61 vs 24 OI; Earnings 4/14 Before Open 

Goldman Sachs Gr Option Alert: Aug 15 $560 Calls Sweep (37) near the Ask: 61 @ $101.0 vs 24 OI; Earnings 4/14 Before Open Ref=$638.21

Goldman Sachs Gr Option Alert: Jun 20 $660 Calls at the Ask: 500 vs 1752 OI; Earnings 4/14 Before Open 

Goldman Sachs Gr Option Alert: Jun 20 $660 Calls at the Ask: 500 @ $29.7 vs 1752 OI; Earnings 4/14 Before Open Ref=$638.15

Goldman Sachs Gr Option Alert: Jun, 2027 $700 Puts at the Ask: 200 vs 1 OI; Earnings 4/14 Before Open 

Goldman Sachs Gr Option Alert: Jun, 2027 $700 Puts at the Ask: 200 @ $101.75 vs 1 OI; Earnings 4/14 Before Open Ref=$669.2244

Goldman Sachs Gr Option Alert: Dec 19 $700 Puts at the Ask: 150 vs 51 OI; Earnings 4/14 Before Open 

Goldman Sachs Gr Option Alert: Dec 19 $700 Puts at the Ask: 150 @ $72.5 vs 51 OI; Earnings 4/14 Before Open Ref=$666.965

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Goldman Sachs Gr

Goldman Sachs is a leading global investment banking and asset management firm. Approximately 14% of its revenue comes from investment banking, 42% from trading, 20% from asset & wealth management, 15% from net interest income, and 9% from other principal transactions. Around 64% of the company's net revenue is generated in the Americas, 13% in Asia, and 23% in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

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This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Financials sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>C</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$43.7K</td>
<td>14.8K</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BAC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
<td>$38.1K</td>
<td>20.7K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JPM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$26.1K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td>874</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WFC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/21/25</td>
<td>$67.50</td>
<td>$49.1K</td>
<td>206</td>
<td>694</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COIN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$2.50</td>
<td>$51.5K</td>
<td>9.1K</td>
<td>211</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PYPL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$34.4K</td>
<td>4.5K</td>
<td>132</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BK</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>05/30/25</td>
<td>$79.00</td>
<td>$27.0K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>75</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$51.5K</td>
<td>264</td>
<td>58</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>05/30/25</td>
<td>$530.00</td>
<td>$25.8K</td>
<td>3</td>
<td>42</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UPST</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$72.0K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td>2</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding C (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 31 day(s) on May 16, 2025. Parties traded 2289 contract(s) at a $75.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 54 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $43.7K, with a price of $19.0 per contract. There were 14890 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2552 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding BAC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 31 day(s) on May 16, 2025. Parties traded 300 contract(s) at a $38.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $38.1K, with a price of $127.0 per contract. There were 20735 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1370 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding JPM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 31 day(s) on May 16, 2025. Parties traded 69 contract(s) at a $220.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.1K, with a price of $378.0 per contract. There were 1244 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 874 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding WFC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 220 day(s) on November 21, 2025. Parties traded 87 contract(s) at a $67.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $49.1K, with a price of $565.0 per contract. There were 206 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 694 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For COIN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 276 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 3 contract(s) at a $2.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $51.5K, with a price of $17192.0 per contract. There were 9113 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 211 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For PYPL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PYPL#NASDAQ">PYPL</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 66 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 97 contract(s) at a $60.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 10 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $34.4K, with a price of $355.0 per contract. There were 4535 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 132 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding BK (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BK#NYSE">BK</a>), we observe a put option trade with neutral sentiment. It expires in 45 day(s) on May 30, 2025. Parties traded 75 contract(s) at a $79.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.0K, with a price of $360.0 per contract. There were 0 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 75 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For WAL (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAL#NYSE">WAL</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 276 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 25 contract(s) at a $50.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $51.5K, with a price of $2062.0 per contract. There were 264 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 58 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For GS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be neutral, expiring in 45 day(s) on May 30, 2025. This event was a transfer of 15 contract(s) at a $530.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.8K, with a price of $1744.0 per contract. There were 3 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 42 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For UPST (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPST#NASDAQ">UPST</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 276 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 180 contract(s) at a $80.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 7 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $72.0K, with a price of $400.0 per contract. There were 1175 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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RBC Capital analyst Gerard Cassidy maintains Goldman Sachs Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) with a Sector Perform and lowers the price target from $610 to $560.

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RBC Capital Maintains Sector Perform on Goldman Sachs Group, Lowers Price Target to $560

The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) posted better-than-expected <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GS/earnings">earnings for its first quarter</a>.
Goldman Sachs reported quarterly earnings of $14.12 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $12.35 per share. The company reported quarterly sales of $15.06 billion which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $14.81 billion.
Provision for credit losses was $287 million for the first quarter, lower than $318 million a year ago quarter, reflecting net provisions related to the credit card portfolio.
David Solomon, Chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs, said, &#8220;While we are entering the second quarter with a markedly different operating environment than earlier this year, we remain confident in our ability to continue to support our clients.&#8221;
Goldman Sachs shares gained 2.3% to trade at $515.32 on Tuesday.
These analysts made changes to their price targets on Goldman Sachs following earnings announcement.
<ul>
<li>Barclays analyst Jason Goldberg maintained Goldman Sachs Group with an Overweight rating and lowered the price target from $760 to $720.</li>
<li>Wells Fargo analyst Mike Mayo maintained the stock with an Overweight rating and cut the price target from $680 to $650.</li>
</ul>
Considering buying GS stock? Here&#8217;s what analysts think: 
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Wells Fargo analyst Mike Mayo maintains Goldman Sachs Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $680 to $650.

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Barclays Maintains Overweight on Goldman Sachs Group, Lowers Price Target to $720

U.S. stock futures were volatile on Tuesday following a two-day advance. Futures of major benchmark indices were mixed in premarket.
Donald Trump hinted at helping the car companies while talking to reporters in his Oval Office on Monday. He explained that automakers require a transition period to shift production from Canada, Mexico, and elsewhere.
&#8220;And they need a little bit of time because they're going to make them here, but they need a little bit of time. So I'm talking about things like that,&#8221; he said.
Stocks advanced for two consecutive days after he exempted smartphones, computers, and semiconductors from the reciprocal tariffs on Friday. However, he hinted that he may look at levying duties on the chips imported into the U.S. on Sunday in a Truth Social post.
The 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.38% and the two-year bond was at 3.86%. The CME Group's FedWatch <a href="https://www.cmegroup.com/markets/interest-rates/cme-fedwatch-tool.html">tool</a>&#8216;s projections show markets pricing an 82.7% likelihood of the Federal Reserve keeping the current interest rates unchanged in its May meeting. 
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<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Futures</td>
<td>Change (+/-)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>-0.03%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>0.08%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>0.25%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>-0.12%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), which track the S&amp;P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, rose in premarket on Tuesday. The SPY was up 0.013% to $539.19, while the QQQ advanced 0.22% to $458.47, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a> data.
Cues From Last Session:
Led by technology stocks, U.S. equities closed higher on Monday. Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) shares surged 2.2%, and Dell Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DELLL#NYSE">DELLL</a>) gained approximately 4%, contributing to a roughly 1% rise in the Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>).
Financials presented a mixed picture, with Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) reporting stronger-than-anticipated first-quarter earnings, while M&amp;T Bank Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTB#NYSE">MTB</a>) posted weaker-than-expected results.
Real estate, utilities, and consumer staples sectors recorded the most significant gains on Monday. Conversely, consumer discretionary stocks trended lower.
As of Monday&#8217;s close, the Dow Jones index was 10.1% lower than its 52-week high of 45,073.63 points. The S&amp;P 500 index was 12.06% lower than its previous high of 6,147.43 points, and the Nasdaq 100 index was down 15.42% from its last record high of 22,222.61 points.
The Dow Jones index climbed 312 points or 0.78% to 40,524.79, whereas the S&amp;P 500 index advanced 0.79% to 5,405.97. Nasdaq Composite rose to end 0.64% higher at 16,831.48, and the small-cap gauge, Russell 2000, jumped 1.11% to 1,880.88.
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<td>Index</td>
<td>Performance (+/-)</td>
<td>Value</td>
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<tr>
<td>Nasdaq Composite</td>
<td>0.64%</td>
<td>16,831.48</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>0.79%</td>
<td>5,405.97</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>0.78%</td>
<td>40,524.79</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>1.11%</td>
<td>1,880.88</td>
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Insights From Analysts:
Ark Invest CEO Cathie Wood said that she sees a &#8220;light at the end of the tunnel,&#8221; despite the ongoing<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/04/44807265/cathie-wood-says-shock-therapy-from-trumps-trade-moves-may-end-prolonged-economic-slump"> tariff turmoil</a>. According to Wood, tariffs could be the catalyst to end a three-year "rolling recession."
She said that Trump&#8217;s decision to bring Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent into the process indicates a move to reduce both tariffs and non-tariff trade obstacles. She contends this shift wouldn&#8217;t have occurred without the initial &#8220;shock therapy&#8221; of aggressive trade measures.
The slowdown caused by the tariff introduction will give the administration and the Federal Reserve "more degrees of freedom to stimulate than most investors have been expecting,&#8221; she said.
This will create a "clarion call" for tax cuts, deregulation, and lower interest rates, ultimately paving the way for economic recovery, Wood added.
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The analysts at BlackRock extended their tactical horizon back to six to 12 months and resumed their positive view on U.S., while still expecting the &#8220;ongoing risk asset volatility and potentially sharp reversals.&#8221;
Spiking yields in long-term U.S. Treasuries seemed to be a factor in the change in tariff tactics, the weekly note stated.
&#8220;We stay underweight long-term Treasuries, our highest conviction view: tariffs are likely to add to already sticky inflation, and congressional budget plans last week reinforce the outlook for persistent budget deficits. We favor gold instead as a portfolio diversifier.&#8221;
According to BlackRock, the broad-based equity selloff has created opportunities to tap into certain sectors, and &#8220;selectivity is key.&#8221;
&#8220;We still like U.S. technology benefitting from the AI buildout and adoption. We also favor global banks. That includes U.S. banks given the scope for deregulation even with some potential economic pain.&#8221;
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Upcoming Economic Data
Here&#8217;s what investors will keep an eye on Tuesday:
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<li>March&#8217;s import price index data and April&#8217;s Empire State manufacturing survey data will be released by 8:30 a.m. ET.</li>
</ul>
Stocks In Focus:
<ul>
<li>Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>) rose 1.09% in premarket on Tuesday as it is expected to report earnings before the opening bell. Analysts expect a quarterly earnings of $1.85 per share on revenue of $21.29 billion.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Johnson &amp; Johnson (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JNJ#NYSE">JNJ</a>) was down 0.29% as Wall Street expects it to report earnings of $2.60 per share on revenue of $21.58 billion before the opening bell.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Bank of America Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>) was up 0.76% as it is expected to report earnings before the opening bell. Analysts expect a quarterly earnings of 82 cents per share on revenue of $26.99 billion.</li>
</ul>
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<li>United Airlines Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>) declined 0.12% as Wall Street expects it to report earnings of 76 cents per share on revenue of $13.26 billion after the closing bell.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson ADR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ERIC#NASDAQ">ERIC</a>) jumped 6.17% after reporting that its first-quarter adjusted operating earnings, excluding restructuring charges, jumped 44% year-over-year to 6.2 billion Swedish crowns ($636 million).</li>
</ul>
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<li>Lowe&#8217;s Companies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOW#NYSE">LOW</a>) advanced by 0.58% as it announced the purchase of an interior design company, Artisan Design Group, for $1.3 billion.</li>
</ul>
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<li>ARB IOT Group Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARBB#NASDAQ">ARBB</a>) surged 33.83% after securing a $53 million deal to provide AI servers to Whizzl Group, boosting its AI infrastructure presence and strengthening its position in the AI and data center markets.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Geovax Labs Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOVX#NASDAQ">GOVX</a>) slumped 34.57% after it was directed by the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority on April 11 to halt its Phase 2b COVID-19 vaccine trial.</li>
</ul>
Commodities, Gold, And Global Equity Markets:
Crude oil futures were trading lower in the early New York session by 0.29% to hover around $61.35 per barrel.
Gold Spot US Dollar advanced 0.46% to hover around $3,223.97 per ounce. Its fresh record high stood at $3,245.84 per ounce. The U.S. Dollar Index spot was lower by 0.06% at the 99.585 level.
Asian markets rose on Tuesday, including India's S&amp;P BSE Sensex, China&#8217;s CSI 300, Hong Kong's Hang Seng, Japan's Nikkei 225, Australia's ASX 200, and South Korea's Kospi index. European markets were also higher in early trade.
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US Stock Futures Waver After Two-Day Rally: Trump's Tariff Moves Could End A 3-Year 'Rolling Recession,' Says Expert

The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed almost no change in the overall fear level, while the index remained in the &#8220;Extreme Fear&#8221; zone on Monday.
U.S. stocks settled higher on Monday, with the Dow Jones index gaining more than 300 points during the session. Over the weekend, the White House announced a provisional exemption for smartphones and semiconductors from China's proposed 145% trade tariff. These items will instead face a 20% levy—linked to fentanyl-related enforcement—until sector-specific duties are finalized.
Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) shares rose 2.2%, while Dell Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DELL#NYSE">DELL</a>) shares gained around 4%. The Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLK) rose about 1% on Monday.
The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) posted better-than-expected earnings for its first quarter. M&amp;T Bank Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTB#NYSE">MTB</a>) posted weaker-than-expected earnings for its first quarter.
Despite significant volatility last week, all three major averages recorded gains during the period. The S&amp;P 500 gained 5.7% to record its best week since November 2023, while the Nasdaq jumped 7.3%, notching its best week since November 2022. The Dow also jumped around 5% last week.
Most sectors on the S&amp;P 500 closed on a positive note, with real estate, utilities and consumer staples stocks recording biggest gains on Monday. However, consumer discretionary stocks bucked the overall market trend, closing the session lower.
The Dow Jones closed higher by around 312 points to 40,524.79 on Monday. The S&amp;P 500 rose 0.79% to 5,405.97, while the Nasdaq Composite climbed 0.64% at 16,831.48 during Monday's session.
Investors are awaiting earnings results from Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>), United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>) and Bank of America Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>) today.
At a current reading of 19.4, the index remained in the &#8220;Extreme Fear&#8221; zone on Monday, versus a prior reading of 19.4.
What is CNN Business Fear &amp; Greed Index?
The Fear &amp; Greed Index is a measure of the current market sentiment. It is based on the premise that higher fear exerts pressure on stock prices, while higher greed has the opposite effect. The index is calculated based on seven equal-weighted indicators. The index ranges from 0 to 100, where 0 represents maximum fear and 100 signals maximum greediness.
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DELL

Dow Surges Over 300 Points Ahead Of Earnings: Fear & Greed Index Remains In 'Extreme Fear' Zone

After reporting better-than-expected <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44791428/goldman-sachs-q1-beats-consensus-equity-ficc-revenues-drive-growth-declares-40b-buyback">first quarter results</a>, Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) highlighted in its earnings call that the bank navigated the market volatility with record equity revenue and warned about &#8220;material risks&#8221; to the U.S. and global economies amid the ongoing trade war.
What Happened: Goldman Sachs navigated a quarter of &#8220;rapidly shifting sentiment&#8221; to deliver robust first-quarter 2025 results, highlighted by a record $4.2 billion in equities net revenue, according to its Chairman and CEO, David Solomon.
The firm capitalized on market volatility, driven by policy uncertainty and repositioning by clients, to achieve strong performance in its Global Banking &amp; Markets division. Solomon emphasized the strength of their global franchise and risk management capabilities in supporting client needs during this period.
While the trading desks thrived, the firm also sounded a note of caution regarding the broader economic outlook amid the ongoing tariff battle driven by U.S. trade policies under President Donald Trump&#8216;s administration. Solomon highlighted growing concerns among clients, including corporate CEOs and institutional investors, about the &#8220;significant near-term and longer-term uncertainty&#8221; stemming from potential trade wars.
He specifically noted that these fears pose &#8220;material risks to the U.S. and global economy,&#8221; even as the administration pursues a more gradual policy process.
Despite the volatile backdrop impacting investment banking activity, Goldman Sachs maintained its leading position in mergers and acquisitions for the 20th consecutive year, with a growing backlog suggesting potential for future dealmaking.
The Asset &amp; Wealth Management division also saw continued growth, with assets under supervision reaching a record $3.2 trillion and a 29th consecutive quarter of long-term fee-based net inflows.
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Why It Matters: Revenue of $15.06 billion, up 6% year-over-year, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44791428/goldman-sachs-q1-beats-consensus-equity-ficc-revenues-drive-growth-declares-40b-buyback">beat the consensus</a> of $14.81 billion. Net interest income rose to $2.90 billion, up from $1.37 billion a year ago quarter, and it recorded earnings of $14.12 per share, beating the consensus of $12.35.
Looking ahead, Goldman Sachs acknowledged the &#8220;markedly different operating environment&#8221; entering the second quarter, with GS economists significantly downgrading U.S. growth expectations from over 2% to 0.5%, while also increasing recession probabilities.
Price Action: Goldman Sachs stock ended 1.93% higher at $503.98 on Monday, while the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>), tracking the S&amp;P 500 index, rose 0.97%.
GS was down by 12.35% on a year-to-date basis, whereas it was up 25.72% over a year.
Benzinga Edge Stock Rankings indicate that GS has a weaker price trend over the short, medium, and long term. Its momentum ranking was solid at the 85.89th percentile, whereas its growth and quality rankings were moderate. More details on the fundamentals are <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">available here</a>.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/report/GS"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="972" height="153" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/15020735/gs-eDGE.png" alt="" class="wp-image-871358" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/15020735/gs-eDGE.png 972w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/15020735/gs-eDGE-300x47.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/15020735/gs-eDGE-768x121.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 972px) 100vw, 972px" /></a></figure>
Benzinga&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GS/analyst-ratings">analysis of 23 analysts shows a consensus</a> &#8220;buy&#8221; rating for the stock, with an average price target of $534.64, ranging from $351 to $760. Recent ratings from JMP Securities, JP Morgan, and Evercore ISI Group average $602.67, suggesting a 20.04% potential upside.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GS/analyst-ratings"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="389" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/15020714/gs-anr-1024x389.png" alt="" class="wp-image-871357" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/15020714/gs-anr-1024x389.png 1024w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/15020714/gs-anr-300x114.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/15020714/gs-anr-768x292.png 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/15020714/gs-anr.png 1138w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a></figure>
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Goldman Sachs Warns Of 'Material Risks' To US And Global Economy Amid Trade War, As Record Equity Revenue Drives Strong Q1 Results

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) on Monday reported its first-quarter global banking and markets division revenue rose 10% to $10.71 billion, driven higher by blockbuster equity trading revenue. However, CEO David Solomon warned of uncertainty and potential turbulence ahead on the company's<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44791428/goldman-sachs-q1-beats-consensus-equity-ficc-revenues-drive-growth-declares-40b-buyback"> earnings call. </a>
What To Know: The Goldman Sachs CEO warned that the prospect of a recession has increased with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/04/44791485/bank-stocks-rebound-above-200-day-average-as-earnings-propel-dip-buyers">global signals</a> indicating a slow down in economic activity. He said that these indicators combined with the potential of an escalating trade war have left the bank's clients with an uncomfortable degree of uncertainty.&nbsp;
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"This uncertainty around the path forward and fears over the potentially escalating effects of a trade war have created material risks to the U.S. and global economy," Solomon told analysts on the call.&nbsp;
Solomon noted that he hears an even "greater sense of short-term concern" from CEOs located outside of the United States.&nbsp;
He added, however, that he is "encouraged" with the Trump administration's most recent developments including time for negotiations on future trade policies.&nbsp;
JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>) CEO Jamie Dimon made <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/management/25/04/44774273/jpmorgan-ceo-jamie-dimon-expects-sp-500-growth-forecast-to-be-cut">similar comments</a> last Friday on his company's earnings call that negotiations "would be good for everybody."&nbsp;
Solomon added that clarity on policy should come with time and advised investors and CEOs to "go slow and take a pause here until we have more clarity around a lot of these issues."
GS Price Action: Goldman Sachs shares ended Monday's session 2.09% higher at $504.78, according to data from<a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw"> Benzinga Pro</a>.&nbsp;
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Tariff Fears Pose 'Material Risks' To US And Global Economies, Goldman Sachs CEO Warns

Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IRWD#NASDAQ">IRWD</a>) on Monday announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) wants a confirmatory Phase 3 trial to approve apraglutide for short bowel syndrome <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/health-care">with intestinal failure</a>.
Ironwood has engaged Goldman Sachs Group Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/04/b44785200/ironwood-pharmaceuticals-provides-clinical-and-regulatory-update-on-apraglutide" rel="noreferrer noopener">explore strategic alternatives</a>.
Apraglutide is a once-weekly, long-acting synthetic GLP-2 analog with the potential to treat rare gastrointestinal diseases.
In preparation for the new drug application (NDA) submission, pharmacokinetic analysis indicated that the exposure and dose delivered in the STARS Phase 3 trial were lower than planned due to dose <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/02/37399087/why-is-gastrointestinal-healthcare-focused-ironwood-pharmaceuticals-stock-sinking-on-thursday" rel="noreferrer noopener">preparation and administration</a>.
Based on the strength of the STARS Phase 3 results, Ironwood believed there was a regulatory path forward.
Following a recent dialogue with the FDA, the company said a confirmatory Phase 3 trial is needed to seek approval.
Ironwood plans to work with the FDA on designing a confirmatory Phase 3 trial and the regulatory path forward.
Apraglutide generated strong safety and efficacy data in the STARS Phase 3 trial. Following an analysis of long-term extension trial data, 27 apraglutide-dosed patients dependent on parenteral support achieved enteral autonomy, which is the ultimate goal for these patients. Consistent with FDA discussions, Ironwood plans to continue the long-term extension trial and believes the data from the STARS trial will continue to be an integral part of an NDA submission package.
&#8220;We are disappointed in this outcome,&#8221; Tom McCourt, CEO of Ironwood. 
Apraglutide has the potential to provide &#8220;tremendous value to patients with SBS-IF who suffer from increased mortality and reduced quality of life,&#8221; McCourt added.
Ironwood initiated the rolling new drug application to the FDA for apraglutide for SBS, with submission completion <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/02/b44002403/ironwood-pharmaceuticals-reports-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-results-achieves-2024-financial" rel="noreferrer noopener">expected in Q3 2025</a>.
Price Action: IRWD stock is down 30.28% at 66 cents at the last check Monday.
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IRWD

Ironwood Pharmaceuticals Stock Plunges, FDA Wants Another Trial For Gastrointestinal Drug

Wall Street pared early morning gains by midday Monday, as investor caution returned despite a temporary easing in U.S.-China trade tensions. While the initial market reaction was positive, especially in tech, enthusiasm faded as <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets">the trading session progressed.</a>
Over the weekend, the White House announced a provisional exemption for smartphones and semiconductors from China&#8217;s proposed 145% trade tariff. These items will instead face a 20% levy—linked to fentanyl-related enforcement—until sector-specific duties are finalized.
The development triggered a strong premarket rally in technology stocks. Yet, those gains were sharply trimmed by midday amid broader geopolitical and policy concerns.
During a White House meeting with El Salvador President Nayib Bukele, President Donald Trump said he plans to impose tariffs on pharmaceutical imports to boost domestic manufacturing. 
He reiterated a hardline stance on Iran, warning of severe consequences if Tehran develops nuclear weapons, but also suggested &#8220;flexibility&#8221; in tariff negotiations, emphasizing a desire not to harm U.S. businesses.
Defensive and domestic-oriented sectors such as real estate, utilities, and consumer staples outperformed broader markets. In contrast, consumer discretionary was the only sector trading in negative territory.
Treasury yields dropped significantly, reflecting increased demand for U.S. government debt and easing fears of foreign liquidation. The 2-year yield fell 10 basis points to 3.87%, while 10-year benchmark yield dropped 7 basis points to 4.42%.
Gold pulled back 1% to $3,200 per ounce, pausing after a three-session rally. Crude oil fell 0.8% to $61 per barrel, while natural gas slid 2.9% to $3.39 per MMBtu, eyeing its lowest level since last Wednesday.
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) was little changed at $84,000, while Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) gained 2.1% to $1,630.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Monday&#8217;s Performance In Major US Indices, ETFs</h3>
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<td>Major Indices</td>
<td>Price</td>
<td>Chg %</td>
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>40,326.49</td>
<td>0.3%</td>
</tr>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,377.08</td>
<td>0.3%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>18,695.41</td>
<td>0.0%</td>
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<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>1,856.16</td>
<td colspan="2">-0.2%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated at 12:30 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
According to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a>&nbsp;data:
<ul>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) inched 0.5% up to $537.23.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>) rose 0.4% to $403.81.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy Invesco QQQ Trust Series (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) edged 0.4% higher to $454.38.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) inched 0.1% higher to 184.74.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;Real Estate&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLRE#NYSE">XLRE</a>) outperformed, up 1.9%; the&nbsp;Consumer Discretionary&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>) lagged, down 0.5%.</li>
</ul>
In company news, Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) reported stronger-than-expected earnings during the first quarter, and shares rose 1.9%.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">S&amp;P 500&#8217;s Top 5 Gainers On Monday</h3>
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<td>Sandisk Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNDK#NASDAQ">SNDK</a>)</td>
<td>6.91%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Charles River Laboratories Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRL#NYSE">CRL</a>)</td>
<td>5.98%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>)</td>
<td>4.69%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</a>)</td>
<td>4.64%</td>
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<td>Enphase Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENPH#NASDAQ">ENPH</a>)</td>
<td>4.15%</td>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">S&amp;P 500&#8217;s Worst 5 Losers On Monday</h3>
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<th>Company</th>
<th>% Change</th>
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<td>Humana Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HUM#NYSE">HUM</a>)</td>
<td>-3.80%</td>
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<td>DaVita Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DVA#NYSE">DVA</a>)</td>
<td>-3.61%</td>
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<td>UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNH#NYSE">UNH</a>)</td>
<td>-3.04%</td>
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<td>Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUV#NYSE">LUV</a>)</td>
<td>-2.39%</td>
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<td>Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>)</td>
<td>-2.36%</td>
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</table>
</figure>
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Date	Put/Call	Strike Price	Exp Date	DTE	Trade Vol	Day Vol	Vol / OI	OI	Trade Type	Sentiment
01:08 PMFeb 20, 2025	CALL	$580.00	Jun 17, 2027	791	1055	900	52750	2	TRADE	BEARISH
01:07 PMFeb 20, 2025	CALL	$480.00	Jan 16, 2026	274	1031	900	99	1038	TRADE	NEUTRAL
12:53 PMFeb 20, 2025	CALL	$480.00	Jan 16, 2026	274	110	35	11	1038	SWEEP	BULLISH
12:26 PMFeb 20, 2025	CALL	$560.00	Aug 15, 2025	120	446	61	1858	24	SWEEP	BULLISH
11:06 AMFeb 20, 2025	CALL	$660.00	Jun 20, 2025	64	42	500	2	1752	TRADE	BULLISH
02:25 PMFeb 19, 2025	PUT	$700.00	Jun 17, 2027	791	200	200	20000	1	TRADE	BEARISH
11:54 AMFeb 18, 2025	PUT	$700.00	Dec 19, 2025	246	150	150	294	51	TRADE	BEARISH