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Goldman Sachs Eyes Prediction Markets for Future Growth

1/16/2026

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Goldman Sachs is exploring entry into prediction markets, according to CEO David Solomon, on a fourth-quarter earnings call.
Solomon described prediction markets as 'super interesting' and said he met with leaders from two prediction companies.
Goldman Sachs has the expertise and regulatory approvals to enter quickly.
Solomon cautioned that adoption may be slower than expected, but markets could intersect with traditional finance, as seen with investments from Intercontinental Exchange.

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Goldman Sachs is exploring entry into prediction markets, according to CEO David Solomon, on a fourth-quarter earnings call.
Solomon described prediction markets as 'super interesting' and said he met with leaders from two prediction companies.
Goldman Sachs has the expertise and regulatory approvals to enter quickly.
Solomon cautioned that adoption may be slower than expected, but markets could intersect with traditional finance, as seen with investments from Intercontinental Exchange.