Bank Stocks GS, MS, WFC Get Boost Following Annual Fed Stress Test Today, the financial sector is in focus for investors. That’s because a key report — the results from the annual Federal Reserve stress test of the banking system — has been published . Bank stocks such as Goldman Sachs (NYSE: GS ), Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS ) and Wells Fargo (NYSE: WFC ) are surging on this news. These top lenders are seeing stock price increases between 5% and 7% this afternoon, boosting the overall indices higher. Amid strong bullish momentum in key corners of the market this week, investors appear to have found a reason to load up on bank stocks today. Each of the 34 largest banks operating in the U.S. passed the stress test. Banks showed strong capital levels, which suggest that systemic risks aren’t likely to appear , at least in the near term. For those concerned about this current environment, that’s a great thing. Today, the stocks of key U.S. lenders are reflecting this sentiment. Let’s dive a bit more into what these results ultimately mean for investors. What Does the Stress Test Mean for Investors in Bank Stocks?