Goldman Sachs Weighs Waldron as Next CEO

Goldman Sachs' board has discussed a succession plan that would elevate President and Chief Operating Officer John Waldron to CEO in late 2027 or 2028. David Solomon, CEO since 2018 and 64 years old, would likely become executive chairman for one to two years after stepping down. The Wall Street Journal reported the discussions, citing people familiar with the matter. The board could formally approve the transition in the coming months, though the timing is not final. Goldman Sachs declined to comment. The bank's shares were little changed in after-hours trading after the report. Contested: No factual disputes found. Coverage agrees on the succession outline, the late 2027 or 2028 window, and Solomon's likely executive chairman role. Unresolved is whether the board will formally approve the plan and on what exact schedule, as the timing is not final and the company has not publicly commented.