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In a social media post on Wednesday, Trump congratulated Jane Fraser, the bank’s CEO, “and ALL of her great people” for earning a top ranking in advising on mergers and acquisitions in the first quarter.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Converting at those rates could cost a fraction of what it might cost in peak earning years.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

So it’s no wonder that Brunson has regularly popped up on earning calls, where executives have touted his extension and All-Star appearances.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

"Many skilled tradespeople - electricians, roofers, installation specialists, technicians and craftspeople - are earning excellent incomes and are desperately needed by society," Van der Helm explains.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

When they asked him to suggest a price, he replied, “How about you keep the tens of millions you nearly prevented me from earning for you last year and we call it even?”

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis




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