Goldman Sachs issues structured notes linked to leveraged volatility-targeted futures index

Filed July 2, 2026 · ~1 min read

Key Changes

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  Notes priced above estimated fair value at issuance per Goldman's own models, with the difference representing underwriting fees and dealer profit—investors pay more than the notes are worth on day one.

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  Dual credit risk: investors face default exposure to both GS Finance Corp. (issuer) and The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (guarantor)—if either defaults, investors may lose their entire investment regardless of index performance.

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  Index can apply leverage during market declines, amplifying losses. Goldman explicitly warns the notes are unsuitable for investors who do not understand leverage risk.

  Risk Factors verify on EDGAR →