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City fund managers told to brace for bonus hits in 2019

Unless markets stage a sustained recovery, fund manager compensation will be under pressure, consultants warn

City fund managers told to brace for bonus hits in 2019
Photo: Photography: Ben Philips

London-based asset management professionals have been warned to expect lower bonuses this year, due to disappointing market returns in 2018.

According to accounting firm PwC, overall bonus pools this year are likely to be flat compared to 12 months ago. However, asset management companies will likely have to share the money between more staff after a hiring spree at the start of last year.

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