Wall Street bonuses rise 9% to an all-time high of $49.2 billion in 2025, according to the NY comptroller.
Wall Street bonuses are set to increase by 9%, reaching an unprecedented $49.2 billion in 2025, as indicated by annual projections from New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli. He cautioned Mayor Zoran Mamdani about the necessity of a strong financial sector for New York City’s prosperity. DiNapoli noted that the average bonus last year was […]
Amy Oldenburg from Morgan Stanley explains that Wall Street’s interest in crypto isn’t driven by fear of missing out.
Wall Street’s Cryptocurrency Journey NEW YORK — Amy Oldenburg, who leads digital asset strategy at Morgan Stanley, pushed back against the notion that big banks are now getting into cryptocurrencies purely out of fear of missing opportunities. Instead, she insists they’ve been preparing for this shift for many years. During a panel discussion at the […]
Husband of Wall Street activist seeks apology from Lloyd Blankfein
The widow of Evelyn Y. Davis is seeking an apology from Lloyd Blankfein, the former CEO of Goldman Sachs, following his remarks in a new memoir where he referred to shareholder activist newsletters as “expensive and worthless.” James Patterson, Davis’s fourth and final husband, voiced his concerns, claiming that Blankfein disrespected his late wife, who […]
Wall Street leaders are urgently asking the White House to resolve Trump’s conflict with Powell.
Executives from Wall Street are pressing White House officials, including Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, to step in amid the escalating conflict between President Trump and Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, as reported by On the Money. Powell, who was appointed by Trump during his initial term and has had his share of disagreements with the […]
Bitcoin and Gold: One Has Gained 77%, While the Other Has Dropped 47%. Here’s What Wall Street Is Choosing for the Next 5 Years.
Market Trends: Gold vs. Bitcoin Gold reached a record high of $5,595 in January 2026, representing a 77% increase over the past year. In contrast, Bitcoin is trading at around $70,000, a significant drop of 47% from its peak of $126,000 in October 2025. Interestingly, JPMorgan has suggested that, over the long term, Bitcoin may […]
Colter Wall pauses touring indefinitely for his mental well-being
Colter Wall Cancels Tour for Mental Health Reasons Country singer-songwriter Colter Wall has announced that he will be stepping away from live performances indefinitely, canceling the rest of his 2026 tour to prioritize his mental health. He shared this update with fans on social media, expressing his gratitude for the opportunities he’s had to play […]
The ETF Tax Gap That Wall Street Is Taking Advantage Of
Exploring Section 351 for ETF Seedings Imagine holding onto stock in a company for decades. Even if it’s worth millions, your original investment might be quite modest. If you sell, you’re looking at a hefty tax bill from the IRS, which, for many investors, is simply part of the journey to success. However, an increasing […]
Dow drops 500 points, oil approaches $90 as concerns about war in Iran worry Wall Street
Stocks declined on Wednesday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropping 300 points as oil prices began to climb once more. The Dow finished down 0.7% at 47,392, while the Nasdaq Composite Index dipped 0.1%. The S&P 500 also fell by 0.2%, which is somewhat unusual given the recent volatility spurred by the conflict in […]
The Top Trillion-Dollar Stock to Purchase at This Moment, Based on Wall Street
Market Trends Indicate Companies Like Microsoft Will Shine Recently, a small number of companies have significantly influenced the market. Currently, 11 stocks on U.S. exchanges boast market capitalizations exceeding $1 trillion. Analysts predict that this trend will persist through 2026, with optimistic price targets indicating potentially high returns for most members of this exclusive club. […]
Leading Wall Street analysts suggest these dividend stocks for better returns
Ongoing concerns about the disruption caused by AI in areas like software and finance continue to weigh on US stock markets, alongside various geopolitical tensions. But, for investors keen on finding better returns despite this market volatility, incorporating appealing dividend stocks could be a smart move for their portfolios. In this context, insights from leading […]