Despite Turmoil, Wall Street Bonuses Survive

Chaos in the financial system may translate into better than expected bonuses for Wall Street. Yes, you read right. While the outlook is pretty grim, at least compared to last year's $33.2 billion bonanza, compensation consultants expect a 30% to 50% decline in payouts this year, but billions will still flow. Click here to learn more about what Wall Street's titans earn at our partner site, Forbes.com. The bonus pool is being artificially inflated by a combination of job losses (meaning fewer... Full Story