Wall Street is bullish about bigger bonuses again
Published On Nov 12, 2024, 9:39 AM
Wall Street is expecting an increase in bonuses for financial professionals in 2024, marking the first rise since 2021. Bond market underwriters may see bonuses rise by 35%, while stock underwriters could get a 15-25% increase. Traders are also projected to receive 20% more in bonuses. Major banks like JPMorgan Chase and Bank of America reported higher revenues, largely due to their strong trading sectors, with stocks from key financial institutions up by at least 35%. However, those in mergers and acquisitions may only see modest increases of 5-10%.