Goldman Sachs Upgrades S&P 500 Year-End Target

By EC Assets · Published 27 May 2026 · Updated 28 May 2026

Goldman Sachs has increased its year-end target for the S&P 500 index. The firm raised its 2026 forecast to 8,000 from 7,600. This adjustment follows continued strength in corporate earnings. The revised target was noted in an Investing.com report published on May 27, 2026. The firm stated its expectation for higher margin growth. Goldman Sachs also cited robust earnings growth as a reason for the change. The move suggests the bank anticipates sufficient earnings strength to support further upside over the next 18 months. The brokerage has also raised its earnings-per-share target to $340 for 2026. It further increased this target to $385 for 2027. Goldman Sachs is projecting a 17% return, driven by strong corporate earnings forecasts for 2026. Goldman Sachs’ improved earnings outlook is driven by mega-cap companies. Firms like Nvidia are expected to contribute to this outlook. Strong first-quarter earnings momentum is supporting fresh S&P 500 highs. The firm has hiked its S&P 500 target and rejected bubble-era comparisons. This article is intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute investment advice.