Corporate Banking as long term career?

Hi everyone, I'm an incoming corporate banking analyst in top BB. Ik a lot of people prefer the IB route after 2 years in CB, but based on the fact that CB matches IB base pay and very decent bonus makes me think that CB could be a good longterm career to pursue. I'd love to hear from people who may shine more light on to CB WLB/comp progression, as well as some personal opinion on the career overall. Thank you!

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