Trading volume declined from last year.

U.K. consultants report strong demand for core real estate but think clients will be slow to move to value-added space.

Compensation levels for financial professions covering Equities in Europe increased slightly.

Armed with next generation technology, the sales trader of the future can provide clients with custom-feel service despite a challenging commission environment.

Equity commissions fell below expectations, RBC Capital Markets maintains lead on Canadian equity brokers, ITG tops in Canadian Equity Algorithmic Trading.

Lower all-in costs or better terms continues to be the overriding factor for determining the lead manadate for long-term bond offerings.

Risk management - focus on business interruption is considered an extremely high priority by 45% of respondents.

Financial stability (counterparty risk) is the most commonly cited reason why banks are chosen as the lead domestic cash management provider.

A notable share of U.S. small businesses and middle market companies are obtaining credit from non-bank providers.

Financial stability (counterparty risk) is the most commonly cited reason why banks are chosen as the lead domestic cash management provider.