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Goldman Sachs leapfrogs JPMorgan in first half Emea fee league tables

Investment banking fees have remained flat in the first half of 2025

Goldman Sachs has taken the top spot in the Emea fee league tables in the first half of 2025
Goldman Sachs has taken the top spot in the Emea fee league tables in the first half of 2025 Photo: Michael Nagle/Getty Images

Goldman Sachs has leapfrogged JPMorgan to top the investment banking fee pools in Europe in the first half of 2025.

Goldman Sachs made $858m in fees during the first six months of the year in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, according to data provider Dealogic. This put it ahead of rival JPMorgan, which typically tops the rankings in the region.

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