Goldman Sachs (GS) predicts interest rates could surge even higher than it initially anticipated…
The investment bank’s chief economist, Jan Hatzius, projects that the U.S. Federal Reserve will increase interest rates seven times in 2022.
That’s a significantly higher number than its prior hike of four times, as Goldman Sachs expects the central bank will do whatever it can to reduce the U.S.’s stronger-than-anticipated inflation data.
Prior to today’s announcement, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) hit 7.5% in January. That marked the fastest rise in prices since 1982.
Because of this data, Hatzius said the Federal Reserve will likely increase rates by 25 basis points in each of its meetings this year. In this instance, the central bank’s main rate would reach 1.85% after December’s forum.
And given the fact that central bank members held an unscheduled emergency meeting on February 14 to discuss interest rates, many investors are seeing this news as affirmation that now is the time to shift over to more defensive investments.
This includes Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST). Costco owns and runs membership warehouses that sell everything from televisions to fresh foods.
The company is not only one of the top picks among hedge funds, but it has also experienced a major winning streak through the pandemic.
Even though the retail sector has struggled over the course of COVID-19, Costco has continued to report strong financials and a growing share value.
In fact, in its fiscal first quarter, the wholesaler reported earnings per share of $2.98 compared with the estimated $2.62. Costco also said its revenue was $50.36 billion, topping Wall Street’s consensus of $49.65 billion.
And with interest rates poised to climb, analysts anticipate the company will further benefit from spending on consumer staples and household appliances.
So, while it’s an expensive stock – trading at $509.67 per share – Costco’s strong history of share value growth and expected rise in demand should bode well for the company’s financials through 2022 and beyond.
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