What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially report Goldman Sachs Group, Inc.'s financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023, and to provide materials for an investor conference call discussing these results.

Where can I find the detailed financial results for Q3 2023?

The detailed financial results for Q3 2023 can be found in the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. A presentation for the conference call discussing these results is available as Exhibit 99.2.

Are all the details in the press release considered officially filed with the SEC?

No, the filing specifies that certain sections within Exhibit 99.1, labeled as "Excluded Sections," are not deemed "filed" for the purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act. However, the remaining information in the press release and the entire presentation are considered filed or furnished as appropriate.

What is the significance of the iXBRL data included in the filing?

The inclusion of iXBRL (Inline eXtensible Business Reporting Language) data, formatted in Exhibit 101, is to provide financial information in a machine-readable format, making it easier for investors and analysts to access, process, and analyze the data.

GS 8-K: Earnings & Results & Regulation FD

Summary

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) filed an 8-K on October 17, 2023, primarily to report its third-quarter financial results for the period ended September 30, 2023. The filing incorporates by reference a press release (Exhibit 99.1) containing detailed financial information and a presentation (Exhibit 99.2) prepared for a conference call to discuss these results, the company's outlook, and other related matters. Investors should note that while the press release contains important financial data, certain sections designated as "Excluded Sections" within Exhibit 99.1 are not deemed "filed" for regulatory purposes. However, the rest of the information in Exhibit 99.1 and the entirety of Exhibit 99.2 are incorporated into the filing. The company also provided interactive data files in iXBRL format as required.

Key Highlights

1Goldman Sachs reported its Q3 2023 financial results on October 17, 2023.
2The 8-K filing includes a press release (Exhibit 99.1) with detailed Q3 financial performance.
3A presentation (Exhibit 99.2) for the Q3 earnings conference call is also provided.
4The conference call is scheduled to discuss financial results, outlook, and related matters.
5Certain sections of the press release are explicitly excluded from regulatory "filing" status.
6The filing includes iXBRL formatted data for enhanced data accessibility.

GOLDMAN SACHS GROUP INC 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 17, 2023)

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