Abstract:Executives from 60 S&P 500 companies focused on the US-China trade war, slowing global economies, interest rate cuts, and new pressures on margins.
A new Goldman Sachs report detailed four key themes observed across second-quarter earnings calls.
The report includes statements from 60 members of the S&P 500.
Company executives frequently mentioned the US-China trade war, increased pressure against profits, slowing global economies, and recent interest rate cuts.
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Second-quarter earnings season is all but wrapped up, and a bevy of earnings calls detailed some commonalities across industries.
Company executives highlighted four main themes during second-quarter calls, according to a Goldman Sachs report. Commentary from 60 members of the S&P 500 focused on the US-China trade war, increased pressure on margins, global economic growth, and lowered interest rates.
Here's what companies said on these four topics, along with some specific company examples.
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