"Deutsche Bank's Favorable View of New M&A Bankers Despite Limited Activity"
Deutsche Bank is defying expectations by investing in senior talent for its European advisory business, despite a challenging market environment. The bank's optimism for a quick recovery in corporate deals is supported by positive conversations with CEOs and a looming wave of refinancing. Meanwhile, the finance industry is grappling with questions about staffing levels and business prospects, as well as facing investigations into harassment and bullying practices. Norges Bank Investment Management has launched a lawsuit against several banks and auditors over the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, while a 54-year-old finance professional is surprised to receive job offers in a changing market cycle.