Strong equity, M&A markets drove bankers' fees to record highs
Deal making is expected to stay strong through year-end
Earnings at America's largest banks have been boosted by reserve releases as credit losses stay modest
Global IPOs and secondary offerings set records, at the same time as green bond issuance jumped
Trading revenues plunge from 2020 highs, but investment banking provides some solace
In a record year for banking fees, four Canadian firms have edged into the top 25
Hedge fund-linked losses point to "lurking" risks, Moody's cautions
Competition ramps up between big banks, retail brokers
Tech stocks and IPOs drove the increase
Spike in underwriting activity fuels jump in banking fees