Wall Street bonuses are expected to increase for the second consecutive year, driven by market volatility, a rebound in M&A activity, and strong performances in trading and wealth management, with equity traders potentially seeing gains of up to 25%. However, industry experts warn that this positive trend may not continue into next year due to economic slowdown and risky investments.
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.
