The global banking sector is poised to report its lowest revenue from foreign-exchange and rates trading since the onset of the pandemic, attributed to tighter margins and a challenging macroeconomic environment. While Wall Street's equity traders are experiencing a successful year, currency investors are facing significant difficulties. Macro traders on Wall Street are expected to conclude the year with their worst performance since the pandemic, highlighting the contrasting fortunes within the financial markets. The tough conditions for foreign exchange and rates desks have further compounded the challenges faced by these traders.