2026-01-15 16:45:50

Goldman Sachs wrapped up a strong quarter in trading, posting record revenue figures that showcase the firm's dominance in capital markets execution. However, the gains were tempered by a significant strategic pivot—the bank is taking a loss as it exits the Apple Card partnership, a consumer finance venture that apparently didn't meet expectations.

The Q4 trading surge highlights how traditional financial powerhouses continue to capture massive volumes when volatility spikes, a dynamic that crypto traders often watch closely as macro conditions shift. For anyone tracking how traditional finance navigates market cycles, Goldman's quarterly performance offers useful benchmarks on capital markets depth and institutional appetite for risk.

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RamenDeFiSurvivor

· 12h ago

Goldman Sachs trading made a killing but Apple Card faltered... What does this mean? Traditional finance still benefits from volatility dividends, and in our crypto circle, we need to keep a close eye on this rhythm.

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FreeRider

· 12h ago

Goldman Sachs profits from trading dividends, but that loss-making deal with Apple Card... shows that traditional finance also has its failures.

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LiquidityLarry

· 12h ago

Goldman Sachs trading made a huge profit, but losing money on the Apple Card part and cutting it off still feels a bit heartbreaking.

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JustAnotherWallet

· 12h ago

Goldman Sachs made a killing trading, but the Apple Card side exploded directly. The partnership crash is truly absolute.

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CafeMinor

· 12h ago

Goldman Sachs made a fortune but immediately lost it all with Apple Card. This is the true picture of traditional finance... No matter how high the transaction volume is, they still can't master consumer finance. It actually reminds me of those in the crypto world who always keep an eye on Wall Street's every move—turns out, they're also stumbling along.

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LiquiditySurfer

· 12h ago

Goldman Sachs is still relying on volatility to make a living; once liquidity dries up, the true nature is revealed... What does the Apple Card incident indicate? Traditional financial consumer endpoints simply can't compete with fintech. Instead, it's better to focus this energy on the capital efficiency of institutional LPs—that's the right path.

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