Bonus Pools for Wall Street Bankers Expected to Shrink

The video discusses the decline in revenue for major banks like JPMorgan and Citigroup, highlighting the impact of the macroeconomic environment. It explores the 2018 outlook for investment banks, emphasizing the need for market volatility to drive trading profits. The discussion also covers the challenges faced by European banks, such as Credit Suisse and Deutsche Bank, in their restructuring efforts, noting stabilization in fixed income headcount.

What factors are influencing the revenue outlook for investment banks in 2018?

How has the trading environment changed in 2018 compared to the previous year?

What are the expectations for volatility in the banking sector moving forward?

Discuss the restructuring efforts of European banks mentioned in the text.

What does the stabilization of fixed income headcount indicate about the European banks?