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Wall Street Bonuses Set to Surge Despite Market Uncertainty

Originally Published 5 months ago — by Bloomberg.com

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Wall Street bonuses are expected to increase in 2025 across most sectors due to a market rebound and increased trading activity, despite ongoing tariff uncertainties. Investment banking, trading, and asset management are seeing positive outlooks, with bonuses potentially rising significantly, although some areas like M&A and corporate finance may see modest gains or declines due to economic and geopolitical challenges. Firms are also focusing on cost management and automation to improve efficiency.

UK Supreme Court's car finance ruling sparks industry debate

Originally Published 5 months ago — by BBC

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The UK Supreme Court limited the potential compensation payouts for car finance mis-selling, ruling that most claims based on undisclosed commissions are invalid, though some cases with egregious misconduct may still lead to billions in redress. The industry has avoided a massive payout, but some claims remain possible, especially related to unfair agreements and discretionary commission deals, with estimates still reaching up to £13bn.

Trump Signs Stablecoin Law Amid Crypto Industry Push for Mainstream Adoption

Originally Published 5 months ago — by KSL News

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President Donald Trump signed the GENIUS Act, establishing a regulatory framework for dollar-pegged stablecoins, aiming to legitimize and mainstream their use for payments and transfers, with potential growth to $2 trillion by 2028, and boosting demand for U.S. Treasuries.

House Panel Uncovers 'Climate Cartel' Influence in Exxon Board Changes

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Bloomberg

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The House Judiciary Committee has released an interim report alleging that a "climate cartel" consisting of financial firms and climate activists engaged in collusion and anticompetitive behavior to enforce ESG goals on U.S. companies. The report claims that this group attempted to replace Exxon Mobil board members in 2021 after the company refused to commit to certain climate pledges.

Elon Musk Targets Consumer Financial Protection Bureau for Elimination

Originally Published 1 year ago — by POLITICO

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Elon Musk has called for the elimination of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), aligning with President-elect Donald Trump's broader agenda to reduce federal regulatory agencies. Musk's statement comes as the CFPB finalizes regulations that could impact his X platform's payment services. While Trump has not explicitly called for the CFPB's abolition, he is expected to ease its regulatory agenda. Eliminating the CFPB would require congressional action, a challenging prospect given past unsuccessful attempts by Republicans to dismantle the agency.

Wall Street Bonuses Surge with Up to 35% Increases

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Axios

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Wall Street is set to see a significant increase in year-end bonuses after two years of decline, with projections indicating a rise of up to 35% for investment bankers in debt underwriting and 15-25% for those in equity underwriting. This surge is attributed to a strong year for the financial industry, marked by record highs in the S&P 500 and a booming private credit market. However, retail and commercial bankers may see smaller bonuses due to weaker loan demand and tighter standards, while commercial real estate remains stagnant. The impact of upcoming policy changes from the new administration remains uncertain.

"American Express Surpasses Profit Estimates with Surge in Premium Card Spending"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo Finance

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American Express exceeded profit expectations in the first quarter, driven by increased spending from its affluent customer base, particularly Gen Z and millennial customers. The company reported a profit of $3.33 a share, surpassing analysts' average expectation of $2.96 a share. Despite concerns over the financial well-being of lower-income consumers impacting other lenders, AmEx's clientele shielded the company from significant impact. The company maintained revenue growth expectations of 9% to 11% for the full year.

"Citigroup Completes Major Overhaul with 5,000 Job Cuts and Top Trader's Departure"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by eFinancialCareers

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Citigroup is set to complete the first phase of its 20,000 job cuts this week, with CEO Jane Fraser announcing the largest round of cuts yet. Meanwhile, Barclays' top trader, Carl Scott, has left after complaints about bonuses, raising concerns about potential departures of other recent hires. Additionally, other news in the financial industry includes HSBC's investment banking team leader leaving, the FCA's controversial hiring decision, and Bridgewater's response to discrimination accusations.

"Vanguard's CEO Tim Buckley to Depart, Successor's Stance on Bitcoin ETFs Uncertain"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Financial Times

Tim Buckley, the chief executive of Vanguard, is set to leave the $9 trillion asset manager later this year. Buckley has been with Vanguard for over 30 years and has served as CEO since 2018. The company has not yet announced a successor, but Buckley's departure marks a significant leadership change in the financial industry.