Barclays CEO Staley Says Trading Unit Had `Mixed Result'

The transcript discusses Barclays' performance in equity and fixed income trading, highlighting a mixed result with significant growth in equities. The investment bank achieved a return on capital over 20%, leading to high profitability. Cost dynamics are influenced by variable compensation, which can be adjusted based on performance. Economic growth in the UK is projected to be strong, driven by vaccination rollouts and robust capital markets. Barclays has underwritten significant debt and equity, contributing to a liquid economy and growing financial markets.

What was the year-over-year increase in Barclays' equity trading performance?

• 33%

• 21%

• 100%

• 15%

What was the return on capital achieved by Barclays' investment bank?

• 33%

• 21%

• 15%

• 20%

What factor significantly influenced the cost dynamics at Barclays in the first quarter?

• Fixed costs

• Variable compensation

• Marketing expenses

• Interest rates

What is the projected economic growth rate for the UK in the current year?

• 6%

• 5%

• 3%

• 8%

How much has the credit capital market grown in the last two years?

• 30%

• 50%

• 40%

• 20%