Wall Street bonuses hit record high as NY lawmakers debate raising taxes on the rich

The Charging Bull bronze sculpture is a landmark and symbol for Wall Street and Financial District as well with aggressive financial optimism and prosperity.

The Charging Bull bronze sculpture is a landmark and symbol for Wall Street and Financial District as well with aggressive financial optimism and prosperity.

The average bonus paid to employees of the securities industry in New York City was about $247,000 last year, according to state Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. [ more › ]