Prime Brokerage

Goldman Sachs is well recognized as the premier global provider of securities lending services, providing our clients with unparalleled access to stable supply. Prime Brokerage clients have direct access to the top-ranked global securities lending team.

Inventory
Our deeply rooted relationships with the industry’s largest lenders, complemented by our significant investment in exclusive inventory and innovative products, enable us to provide unmatched access to inventory, hard-to-borrow names and the highest level of recall protection.

Our significant client base and strong relationships with the leading global supply sources provide our clients not only with access to unique borrowing opportunities but also a high success rate at maintaining that exposure, even in difficult market environments.

In addition to our core supply, our Exclusive Lending Programs enable us to secure captive supply designed to increase the depth and liquidity of our inventory and hard-to-borrow names. Goldman Sachs pioneered the concept of Exclusive Lending Programs and has a dedicated team focused on securing exclusive inventory.

Additionally, our Securities Lending desk offers a wide range of synthetic products aimed at achieving short exposure in markets where physical shorting markets are less developed.

People
Our dedicated professionals across the globe provide coverage and proactive insights on trends in a rapidly changing marketplace. Our global footprint and well integrated team enable us to seamlessly service our clients and manage the flow of information 24 hours a day.

Our Securities Lending professionals are recognized experts in their respective markets and products. They are a critical component of our service offering and provide our clients with customized coverage around the globe.

Technology
Recognizing the importance of providing state-of-the-art technology our clients, Goldman Sachs Securities Lending has invested significantly to develop and deliver key technology solutions to streamline the borrow process. These initiatives allow our securities lending traders to improve our clients’ overall experience and shift focus from the pure mechanics of shorting to the delivery of market color and strategic insight.