In recent months, as clients have flocked to invest in popular AI-related stocks, Wall Street stock traders are on track to enjoy their most profitable year in terms of earnings in at least two decades. According to data compiled by Crisil Coalition Greenwich, the total fees generated within the industry are projected to hit USD 94 billion this year, marking an 18% increase from the figures in 2024. The recruitment firm Options Group has reported that stock traders can anticipate a nearly 14% year-on-year surge in their compensation this year. In stark contrast, the average pay raise for global fixed-income traders stands at a mere 2.9%. Furthermore, stock traders' bonuses are expected to soar to their highest point in a decade.
