Investment Bank Fees Set to Rise 10%-15% Amid Wall Street Deal Resurgence
Bank of America forecasts a 10%-15% increase in investment banking fees for Q3 2025, driven by a rebound in IPOs and M&A activity. CFO Alastair Borthwick noted trading revenue may rise mid-single digits, marking 14 straight quarters of growth.
Global M&A volume hits $2.6 trillion this year, the highest since 2021. Corporate boards are pursuing growth as AI Optimism counterbalances trade war concerns, revitalizing dealmaking after years of stagnation.