In today’s investment banking landscape, even legendary financial institutions face unprecedented challenges that test their resilience and adaptability. Goldman Sachs — The Blueprint for Leadership explores how one financial powerhouse navigates these complexities with success. This report delivers an in-depth analysis of what it takes to lead in investment banking in 2025, drawing on insights from a distinguished group of C-suite executives and senior managers from Fortune Global 500 and Forbes Global 2000 companies.

Goldman Sachs has built a reputation for excellence in serving business clients, particularly in investment banking. Strong financial performance and prestige are intrinsically linked. Ultimately, the bank’s reputational capital is shaped by the experiences and perceptions of business clients. This one-of-a-kind, data-driven study confirms that Goldman Sachs continues to set the standard. Everybody loves a winner. It is hard to imagine a more successful investment bank than Goldman Sachs.

COMING SOON [December 2025].