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Goldman Sachs' Waldron Edges Closer to Top Job

Why now

Thesis: Goldman succession plan signals leadership transition

Catalyst to watch: Board confirmation of CEO timeline

Main risk: Uncertain transition disrupts strategy

Why it matters

A CEO succession plan at Goldman affects leadership continuity but has limited near-term earnings impact.

Details

The board of Goldman Sachs Group Inc. has discussed a plan for Chief Operating Officer John Waldron to succeed David Solomon as CEO as early as next year, according to the Wall Street Journal. With the latest plan, Waldron could take over toward the end of 2027 or in 2028, the Journal said. Bloomber

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