Traders head for exit over mental health fears

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Nearly a fifth of global trading bosses say they have considered quitting due to stress and burnout

Mental health is back in the spotlight for financial services as a new survey shows traders are heading for a crisis Photo: Getty Images

Buyside traders are looking to quit their jobs or leave the industry altogether amid a burnout crisis in the sector.

An annual poll of 92 trading bosses from global asset managers and hedge funds with $20tn in assets under management found that staff continue to struggle as the industry grapples with job cuts and work-life balance.

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