Equities Trading Boom To Fuel 10% Rise In 2025 Investment Bank Revenues
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Markit3.51K FollowersFollow5ShareSavePlay(4min)CommentsSummaryRevenues at the world's largest investment banks are expected to grow about 10% in 2025, led by a surge in equities trading.Current Coalition Greenwich estimates for global investment bank revenues in 2026 point to a stabilization versus 2025, with equities trading results set to fall back about 6%.Morgan Stanley and UBS booked the strongest growth in advisory and origination over the quarter. champpixs/iStock via Getty Images Revenues at the world's largest investment banks are expected to grow about 10% in 2025, led by a surge in equities trading. Major US and European banks are on course to book a total of $346This article was written byMarkit3.51K FollowersFollowIHS Markit (Nasdaq: INFO) is a world leader in critical information, analytics and solutions for the major industries and markets that drive economies worldwide. The company delivers next-generation information, analytics and solutions to customers in business, finance and government, improving their operational efficiency and providing deep insights that lead to well-informed, confident decisions. IHS Markit has more than 50,000 key business and government customers, including 80 percent of the Fortune Global 500 and the world’s leading financial institutions. Headquartered in London, IHS Markit is committed to sustainable, profitable growth.Quick InsightsWhat is driving the projected 10% revenue growth for global investment banks in 2025?The primary driver is a 15% surge in equities trading revenues, notably from equity derivatives, prime services, and cash equities.How are advisory and origination revenues expected to trend into 2026?Advisory and origination revenues are projected to grow roughly 9% in 2026, rebounding from earlier volatility and supported by a strong deal pipeline.What risks or shifts are anticipated for investment banks' trading businesses in 2026?Equities trading revenues are expected to decline about 6% in 2026, while FICC trading edges lower by more than 1%, signaling stabilization after 2025's strong gains.Recommended For You