Wall Street bonuses are expected to rise for a third consecutive year in 2026, even as higher interest rates and market volatility are beginning to slow this year's record dealmaking and trading revenue, compensation consultancy Johnson Associates said. Bankers working in equity sales, IPO underwriting and trading will receive 20% to 30% higher bonuses, the consultancy estimates. Executives advising on M&A deals will receive compensation 15% to 20% higher, and fixed-income sales and trading professionals are expected to see increases of 7.5% to 12.5%. READ MORE