by meridith dennes | Mar 19, 2025 | News
The wave of layoffs sweeping through tech, media, and government sectors has now hit Wall Street. Investment banking giant Morgan Stanley is reportedly preparing to cut approximately 2,000 jobs from its workforce, according to multiple media sources. What’s... 
by meridith dennes | Mar 14, 2025 | News
When Donald Trump won the presidency in November 2024, the banking sector buzzed with anticipation. The incoming administration promised a regulatory reset that would, in theory, unleash a wave of consolidation among America’s 4,500+ banks. Yet, three months... 
by meridith dennes | Mar 14, 2025 | News
Goldman Sachs has launched a comprehensive initiative codenamed “Project Voyage” aimed at reducing costs and restructuring its workforce. The plan, which began in Q4 2024 and will unfold over several years, involves identifying executives whose positions... 
by meridith dennes | Feb 22, 2025 | News
Sources: Analysis based on data from PwC, London Stock Exchange Group, and Goldman Sachs earnings reports The merger and acquisition landscape of 2025 presents an intriguing paradox. Despite seemingly ideal conditions for dealmaking, M&A activity has hit an... 
by meridith dennes | Feb 10, 2025 | News
January 2025 M&A Activity Plunges The U.S. mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market has entered 2025 with its weakest performance in a decade, as uncertainties surrounding President Donald Trump’s trade policies and escalating global tensions create... 
by meridith dennes | Jan 26, 2025 | Campus Recruiting, Interviewing, News
Vault’s newly released 2025 Investment Banking Rankings have unveiled a seismic shift in Wall Street’s power dynamics, with boutique powerhouse Centerview Partners maintaining its workplace crown while climbing to second place in prestige rankings. The...