Research profile
Goldman Sachs (Global Markets)
Global Markets division operates one of the largest sell-side trading and market-making businesses. Pure proprietary trading was wound down after the Volcker Rule, but the firm runs significant client-facing principal risk across asset classes.
- Headquarters
- New York, USA
- Founded
- 1869
- Funding model
- Bank / Institutional
- Availability
- Not clearly stated
U.S. traders: Not confirmed — ProprietaryTrading.com could not verify from current first-party sources whether this firm accepts U.S. traders.
Profile updated: August 29, 2026 · Primary source types reviewed: firm rules, FAQ and program pages · Research & methodology
May suit
traders focused on equities, forex.
Consider alternatives if
you require futures, options; you rely on copy trading.
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Overview
What this firm is and who it serves
Goldman Sachs Global Markets is one of the world's premier dealer franchises across equities, FICC, and derivatives. While the Volcker Rule limits pure proprietary trading, Goldman runs significant principal risk through market-making, financing, and structured products on behalf of clients.
"Help clients and economies thrive through markets, banking, and investment expertise."
At a glance
Structured facts about this firm
- Firm Type
- Bank / Institutional prop firm
- Market Focus
- Stocks, Forex
- Trading Style
- News trading permitted, overnight holding allowed, weekend holding allowed
- Retail Accessibility
- Open to retail traders
- Based in
- New York, USA
- Trader availability
- Not clearly stated
- Known For
- Tier-1 dealer
- CEO
- David Solomon
- Team size
- 40, 000+ group-wide
Funding programs
Account types and the path to capital
Evaluation
—Not required by this firm.
Instant funding
—Not offered by this firm.
Scaling plan
—No formal scaling plan documented.
Not applicable.
Trading rules
What's allowed, what isn't
Asset classes supported
Related terms: trailing drawdown · consistency rule · profit split
Platforms & technology
Where and how you trade
Supported platforms
Payout structure
How and when you get paid
Pros & cons
A balanced view based on documented terms
Strengths
- +Top-tier franchise
- +Career prestige
- +Deep resources
Trade-offs
- −Heavily regulated
- −Bonus volatility
- −Bank-employee structure
Goldman Sachs (Global Markets) FAQs
Based on terms reviewed August 29, 2026
What should traders verify before choosing Goldman Sachs (Global Markets)?+
Review the specific program's drawdown rules, payout eligibility, prohibited strategies, platform availability, refund terms and any country restrictions before purchasing. Terms can differ between programs at the same firm. This profile summarizes the latest documented terms we found, but traders should confirm the current rules directly with Goldman Sachs (Global Markets) before purchasing.
Does Goldman Sachs (Global Markets) offer evaluation and instant-funding options?+
Goldman Sachs (Global Markets) does not require a traditional evaluation phase. Program rules, fees and payout terms can differ between paths, so confirm the terms of the specific program you intend to buy.
How do Goldman Sachs (Global Markets)'s payouts and profit split work?+
The published profit split is up to discretionary bonus of net profits to the trader, depending on the program; payouts are processed on a annual basis. Payout eligibility begins after the applicable program cycle, and program-specific terms should be confirmed directly with the firm.
What are Goldman Sachs (Global Markets)'s main drawdown and trading restrictions?+
Based on the documented terms we reviewed: news trading is allowed, overnight holding is allowed, weekend holding is allowed, copy trading is not permitted. Drawdown type and consistency requirements can vary by program, so check the rulebook for the exact program before purchase.
Which platforms and markets are available at Goldman Sachs (Global Markets)?+
Platforms: Marquee, Internal systems. Markets: equities, forex. Availability can differ by program and by region — confirm on the firm's platform and product pages before purchasing.
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