How much does a investment banker make?

It depends on the country. Examples from this dataset: 3 460 000 kr in Norway; € 244.000 in Belgium; $393,000 in Australia, and more.

Which country pays investment bankers the most?

Of 40 covered countries, Norway leads on an FX-adjusted view at about 3 460 000 kr per year ($370,366).

Which country pays investment bankers the least?

Among covered countries, Philippines is on the lower end at about ₱2,010,000 per year (local currency).

Is investment banker a growing career?

Employment for this occupation is projected at about +7% over the next decade — a global sketch, not a country forecast.

What skills do investment bankers need?

Common skills include Modeling, Valuation, M&A, Negotiation, and Excel. Requirements vary by country, employer, and seniority.

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Investment Banker Salary by Country

Covered in 40 countries, with Norway leading on an FX-adjusted view. Choose a country for local-currency city breakdowns.

Countries covered

10-yr outlook

+7%

projected growth

Investment Banker pay worldwide: Norway leads a wide FX-adjusted spread

Investment Banker is covered in 40 countries. On an FX-adjusted USD view, Norway leads near $370,366 (3 460 000 kr local) while Philippines sits near $32,190 (₱2,010,000 local) — about 11.5×.

Investment bankers advise on capital raising, mergers, and acquisitions. Common screening skills include Modeling, Valuation, M&A, and Negotiation.

Local-currency tables below are what employers quote; the USD sort is only for cross-border orientation. Tax, public healthcare, and hours differ enough that a higher USD median is not automatically a better life. Outlook for the occupation is sketched at +7% over ten years — not country-specific hiring.

After Norway, Belgium is next on the USD ranking at about $283,259. Related finance & business titles include Accountant, Financial Analyst, Marketing Manager, Project Manager, and Sales Manager. Pick a country page next for city bands; pick a city salary page when you have a metro.

Do not rank countries by cash alone for immigration decisions — licensing and visas are independent of this table. Use each country’s salary calculator assumptions separately; a single global “take-home” does not exist.

How to compare Investment Banker pay across countries

Convert only for shortlisting, then switch back to local currency for offers. A remote employer paying “US median” while you live elsewhere is a different problem from relocating into Norway.

Skills commonly listed: Modeling, Valuation, M&A, Negotiation, and Excel. Requirements still change by country and seniority.

What the top of this Investment Banker list is telling you

Norway leads on this FX-adjusted snapshot at 3 460 000 kr ($370,366). That usually pairs with high prices, selective immigration, or both — open the Norway investment banker page before treating the rank as a plan.

Investment Banker salary by country

Country	Per year	Per month
United States	$120,000	$10,000
United Kingdom	$238,366	$19,909
Canada	$225,060	$18,755
Australia	$281,547	$23,498
Germany	$263,524	$21,941
France	$233,341	$19,503
Netherlands	$278,616	$23,218
Switzerland	$215,178	$17,932
Singapore	$268,924	$22,410
India	$41,806	$3,484
Japan	$173,605	$14,467
South Korea	$212,119	$17,677
Poland	$197,345	$16,436
Brazil	$84,373	$7,028
United Arab Emirates	$162,287	$13,533
Mexico	$94,075	$7,838
Ireland	$240,306	$20,084
Spain	$190,388	$15,904
Italy	$183,422	$15,324
Sweden	$249,460	$20,792
Norway	$370,366	$30,860
Denmark	$269,896	$22,491
Belgium	$283,259	$23,566
Austria	$229,858	$19,155
Portugal	$139,308	$11,609
Finland	$210,123	$17,530
China	$141,474	$11,787
Hong Kong	$188,804	$15,729
New Zealand	$181,083	$15,090
Indonesia	$36,997	$3,083
Philippines	$32,190	$2,683
Vietnam	$36,038	$3,003
Thailand	$71,766	$5,979
Malaysia	$107,767	$8,989
Israel	$221,108	$18,431
Saudi Arabia	$122,400	$10,213
Turkey	$82,858	$6,904
Argentina	$35,436	$2,953
Colombia	$69,915	$5,826
South Africa	$68,258	$5,690

Source figures are in each country’s local currency; amounts above convert to your display currency.

Showing amounts in USD (USD default). FX as of Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:02:31 +0000. Convert currencies

Required skills

ModelingValuationM&ANegotiationExcel

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a investment banker make?: It depends on the country. Examples from this dataset: 3 460 000 kr in Norway; € 244.000 in Belgium; $393,000 in Australia, and more.
Which country pays investment bankers the most?: Of 40 covered countries, Norway leads on an FX-adjusted view at about 3 460 000 kr per year ($370,366).
Which country pays investment bankers the least?: Among covered countries, Philippines is on the lower end at about ₱2,010,000 per year (local currency).
Is investment banker a growing career?: Employment for this occupation is projected at about +7% over the next decade — a global sketch, not a country forecast.
What skills do investment bankers need?: Common skills include Modeling, Valuation, M&A, Negotiation, and Excel. Requirements vary by country, employer, and seniority.
What other finance & business jobs are similar?: Related roles include Accountant, Financial Analyst, Marketing Manager, Project Manager, and Sales Manager. Compare pay on each job page.