Goldman Sachs Board Discusses CEO Succession for John Waldron

By EC Assets · Published 29 September 2026

Goldman Sachs’ board has discussed a plan for John Waldron to become the next Chief Executive Officer. Reports indicate the board has considered David Solomon stepping down from the CEO role. This potential succession plan could see Mr. Waldron take the top position as soon as 2027. John Waldron currently serves as Goldman Sachs’ President and Chief Operating Officer. The Wall Street Journal reported on the board’s discussions regarding this leadership transition. Goldman Sachs acknowledged there is “no definitive timeline” for Mr. Solomon to step down as CEO. Mr. Waldron has a record of discussing topics such as cryptocurrency and artificial intelligence. He noted rising Bitcoin demand in 2021. This article is intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute investment advice.