Goldman Sachs CEO Solomon's Compensation Rises 20.5% to $47 Million for 2025

Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (GS) awarded CEO David Solomon $47 million in total compensation for his work in 2025, a 20.5% increase from the prior year, according to a regulatory filing on January 25, 2026. The raise reflects the board's assessment of the firm's performance under his leadership. The compensation package includes a $2 million base salary, a $10.8 million cash bonus, and $34.2 million in performance-linked stock awards. The bank noted the decision considered the company's financial results, strategic execution, and competitive market benchmarks for executive pay.