NEWS

Top Firm Drops $9bn In One Day

Citigroup's market cap dropped a massive $9bn in New York trading Wednesday, as the shares closed 22% down to $6.45. The stock is now trading at a 13-year low.  more

Another Major Firm Said To Be Cutting Staff

The UK media is reporting that Deutsche Bank is set to announce that it is cutting 900 staff from its global markets division as it, too, responses to the economic crisis by getting its costs down.  more

Probably The Most Wicked Piece Of Wall Street Humor Yet

Wall Street loves to laugh at itself - especially in the bad times, as we use humour to overcome adversity.  more

LIFE

The Ultimate Honeymoon Destinations

Betrothed boys, read on. This is the third in HITC's mini-series about getting hitched. Madame A told you about picking the diamond, Mr Properly coached you on your role through the process, and now Black Tomato is going to help make your last big job a breeze. Booking the honeymoon.
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Conflict in the Workplace

The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development and business psychology firm OPP got together to look at conflict in the workplace in a report called Fight, Flight or Face It. And you know what they found? You're not alone.



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The Black Keys at Brixton Academy

I saw The Black Keys at the Astoria and they were excellent, so when I found out they'd be playing at the Brixton Academy, I bought tickets immediately. But as the band only has 2 members - Dan on guitar and vocals, Patrick on drums - I wondered how their minimalist set-up would translate to the much larger venue.  more

My First Toy Boy

I have a great online life. I’m heavily embroiled in all the social networking and dating sites. I’m always online. Contrary to the belief of most City employers, this is a great way to pass the working day.   more

CAREERS

Jefferies Expands Derivatives Sales Effort

Jason Roelke Joins as Managing Director to Lead Activities  more

Jefferies Hires Fixed Income Salesperson To Cover Middle East

Kelly Holloway Joins as Senior Vice President in New York  more

Jefferies Enhances Emerging Markets Sales and Trading Effort

Firm Continues Expansion of Fixed Income Platform  more

Jefferies Enhances Global Tech and Telecom Investment Banking Effort

Mark Fisher Joins to Head European Tech Practice, Hugh Sandeman Appointed Head of European Telecom  more