GOLDMAN SACHS OUTLOOK FOR STOCKS IN 2026 Goldman Sachs expects continued market strength in 2026, setting a 7,600 target for the S&P 500. Chief U.S. equity strategist Ben Snider says AI-driven productivity will lift earnings, projecting S&P 500 EPS to rise 12% to $305, with six major tech firms providing nearly half the growth. While Big Tech remains the main driver, Snider also sees improving earnings for the rest of the index. He notes risks ahead, including slower Fed easing and pressure on profit margins, but maintains a broadly positive outlook.(*Walter Bloomberg)