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‘It’s disappointing’: Junior bankers on $110,000 salaries face bonus reality check

Juniors at banks including Bank of America, Barclays and JPMorgan say they’re looking at bonuses of around 40% of base salary

Banks are preparing for leaner times as fees have tumbled this year
Banks are preparing for leaner times as fees have tumbled this year Photo: Victor J Blue/Getty Images

Junior bankers' pay has spiralled by 30% to $110,000 over the past year as banks have battled to retain analysts amid a burnout crisis.

Now, those on the bottom rung are facing a reality check — bonuses are shrinking.

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