GS prices S&P 500‑linked principal‑at‑risk notes
GS Finance Corp. priced principal-at-risk notes tied to the S&P 500 Index with a $1,560,000 aggregate face amount.
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GS Finance Corp. priced principal-at-risk notes tied to the S&P 500 Index with a $1,560,000 aggregate face amount. Each note has a $1,000 face amount, 102% upside participation, a 15% buffer (buffer level 85% of the initial underlier level) and pays no interest. The trade date is May 29, 2026, original issue date June 3, 2026, determination date May 29, 2031 and stated maturity June 3, 2031.
If the final underlier level is above the initial level you receive the upside participation times the underlier return. If the final level is at or above the buffer level you receive the face amount. If below the buffer level you lose proportionally per the buffer rate and could lose a substantial portion of principal. The original issue price equals 100% of face; underwriting discount is 1.125%.
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Notes offer capped upside with a 15% buffer and full exposure below that threshold.
The notes link payoff to the S&P 500 Index with an 102% upside participation rate and a 15% buffer level (payable in cash). Positive returns above the initial level are amplified slightly; losses below the buffer are borne in full by holders at a 100% buffer rate.
The economics assume purchase at the face amount on the original issue date; secondary market value will reflect credit spreads, volatility and liquidity. Pricing and liquidity are subject to GS&Co.'s proprietary models and market-making discretion; timing and scale of any secondary sales are not guaranteed.
U.S. tax treatment is uncertain; issuer counsel treats the notes as pre-paid derivatives.
Sidley Austin LLP's opinion states the notes may be characterized as a pre-paid derivative contract for U.S. federal income tax purposes, which could produce capital gain or loss on sale or maturity. The issuer notes uncertainty and potential IRS challenge.
FATCA withholding generally applies and 871(m) withholding is not expected at issuance; non-U.S. holders should consult advisors regarding potential withholding or differing characterization.
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