When it comes to long-time behemoths in the financial sector, The Goldman Sachs Group (NYSE: GS) put up a standout performance in 2025. Overall, the stock’s total return was nearly 57%. Among more than 20 U.S. financial stocks with market capitalizations above $100 billion, Goldman provided a top-five return last year.
The stock’s rally isn’t letting up so far in 2026. As of the Jan. 15 close, Goldman shares have already risen 11% year-to-date (YTD). The company’s latest earnings report, released on Jan. 15, has a lot to do with the stock’s sustained success, shooting shares up 4.6%. A deep dive into Goldman’s financials and commentary provides optimism around the stock’s potential going forward.
