US Stock Market: Goldman Sachs raises S&P 500 target to 8,000 on AI-driven earnings optimism

Goldman Sachs has boosted its S&P 500 target for 2026 to 8,000. This optimistic outlook is driven by strong corporate earnings and continued investment in artificial intelligence. The firm anticipates robust profit growth, with AI-related companies expected to be major contributors. This revision reflects growing confidence in the US stock market's future performance.