Equity market strength is fueling bonus pool expansion. A cornerstone of the system is Netflix’s Universal Search solution, which functions like Google Search, but operates within the company’s internal systems. If you’re interested in high-paying finance careers, you’ll want to set your sights on the C-suite. Executive-level positions not only pay more, but there are often opportunities for equity that may not be available at lower levels. That could significantly boost your earnings if the company performs well. Corporate finance salary increases for equity research teams are directly linked to the surge in IPO activity, with recent filings up 14% compared to Q1, boosting demand for experienced capital markets talent.