Bank of America's bonus pool for investment bankers will probably rise 10% for last year, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters.

A sharp rise in rates since the end of the third quarter widened losses on bank securities portfolio and could become an investor issue again when banks start reporting their fourth-quarter results in the next week.

Bank of America has the largest unrealized losses in the banking industry and could be a focus of investor attention.

Bank of Americas bonus pool for investment bankers is expected to rise by 10% for 2024, according to a source familiar with the matter. However, payouts will vary, with some receiving increases in the mid-to-high

Bank of America investors expect higher dividends and a 10% bonus increase for investment bankers amid a surge in deal activity.