Chairman and CEO, Goldman Sachs
David Solomon has led Goldman Sachs since late 2018. His bank is less a deposit-taker than a deal machine: Goldman sits at the centre of mergers, acquisitions and stock market listings. That gives Solomon authority on the question many investors care about, namely whether companies dare to invest again and whether the IPO window is open or shut.
When Solomon says the deal pipeline is full, that is a months-ahead read on market activity. His commentary runs ahead of what other banks only report after the fact.
Graduates from Hamilton College and starts in bond sales.
Joins Goldman Sachs as a partner, an unusual lateral entry for the firm.
Becomes co-head of the investment banking division.
President and COO, and thereby the clear heir apparent.
Succeeds Lloyd Blankfein as CEO in October.
Largely unwinds the loss-making consumer banking adventure around Marcus.
Is rewarded for a strong year in dealmaking and listings.
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Updated: 2026-07-23
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