Deutsche Bank Is Said to Reduce 2018 Bonus Pool by About 10%

The video discusses the challenges banks face in allocating bonuses under cost pressures while retaining talent. It highlights Deutsche Bank's strategy of rewarding top earners and the potential risks of losing talent to U.S. banks like Morgan Stanley, which are increasing bonuses. The discussion also covers the broader context of bonus trends in German, European, and global banks.

What is the primary reason banks are under pressure to allocate bonuses selectively?

• To balance cost pressures while retaining talent

• To expand their global operations

• To comply with regulatory requirements

• To increase their market share

How is Deutsche Bank planning to manage its bonus allocations?

• By rewarding all employees equally

• By focusing on rewarding top earners

• By eliminating bonuses entirely

• By increasing bonuses for new hires

What potential risk does Deutsche Bank face if it cuts bonuses?

• Reducing its customer base

• Facing legal challenges

• Decreasing its stock price

• Losing talent to U.S. banks

Which bank is mentioned as planning to increase bonuses?

• Morgan Stanley

• Deutsche Bank

• Barclays

• HSBC

What is a common trend among banks regarding bonuses, as discussed in the video?

• Banks are focusing on reducing operational costs

• All banks are cutting bonuses

• Banks are increasing bonuses for all employees

• Banks are facing competition and making strategic bonus decisions