3 Big Banks Plan Double Digit Dividend Increases After Passing Fed Stress Test

Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo, and Citigroup all passed the Federal Reserve's 2026 stress tests and announced double-digit dividend increases. Goldman plans to raise its dividend from $4.50 to $5 per share, Wells Fargo from 45 cents to 50 cents per share (11% increase), and Citigroup from 60 cents to 67 cents per share (12% increase). All three banks maintained capital ratios well above the 4.5% minimum requirement, demonstrating financial resilience.