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Hedge funds 'aggressively' short financial stocks, says Goldman Sachs

Global hedge funds are aggressively selling financial stocks, making the sector the year's top target for short bets. This trend, driven by concerns over the Middle East war's economic impact and the intricate links between banks and private lending, has seen significant drops in financial indices. Investors are hedging against broader credit risks, potentially anticipating systemic markdowns.

16 Mar 2026 9:58 pm