Bank of America Raises CEO Moynihan’s Pay to $41 Million Following Strong 2025 Results

Bank of America’s board has approved a sizable compensation package for its chairman and chief executive, Brian Moynihan. The total remuneration will be $41 million, up 17% from the prior year, a reflection of the bank’s significantly improved profitability in 2025.

• Total compensation for Brian Moynihan climbs to $41 million, up 17%.
• Net income for 2025 rises 13% to $30.5 billion.
• The stock advanced more than 25% over the past year.

In 2025, the bank posted stronger fundamentals across key lines. Net income reached $30.5 billion, up 13% year over year, while earnings per share rose 19% to $3.81. Revenue climbed 7% to $113.1 billion. The improvement was underpinned by record levels in net interest income, along with growth in both investment banking and asset management. The return on equity also improved, reaching 10.6%.

Beyond Moynihan, other senior executives, including Chief Financial Officer Alastair Borthwick, were granted performance-based equity awards. The final value of these awards depends on future performance. The units are structured to be evaluated over the next three years based on the average return on invested capital and the growth of tangible book value, tying management compensation to long-term value creation.

Looking ahead to 2026, investors received a clear signal from the recent year’s results: the stock’s jump of over 25% highlights a favorable investor sentiment. Management remains cautiously optimistic about 2026, expecting the U.S. economy to continue expanding, supported by resilient consumer and corporate activity. This backdrop, the leadership argues, should sustain the bank’s profitable path.