Not having much fun in investment banking...

Many of the most fun things in life take place in private behind closed doors. That used to be true of investment banking. But, as the financial markets adjust to the harsh post-crisis landscape, investment banking – whisper it quietly – isn’t much fun any more. And it’s getting worse.

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Source: eFinancial News

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