Goldman, Barclays Strategists Raise Targets for European Stocks on Iran Peace Deal

Major investment banks have increased their year-end price targets for European stocks following optimism surrounding a US-Iran peace deal, according to recent analyst guidance. Goldman Sachs and Barclays are among the strategists adjusting their outlooks upward, reflecting improved sentiment for European equities in the second half of the year. The potential de-escalation in US-Iran tensions has eased concerns about geopolitical risk and regional instability, which had previously weighed on investor confidence. The upgraded forecasts suggest that European markets may benefit from reduced uncertainty and improved economic conditions as the year progresses. The shifts in strategist targets reflect a broader market reassessment following the peace agreement negotiations, with investors reassessing valuations and growth prospects across European sectors.