Zurich or NYC?

I'm torn between Switzerland and the United States. I rather live in Switzerland and I do not plan to stay in IB forever, therefore a higher net salary after taxes is very important to me.

After taxes, are bankers paid more in Zurich or NYC?

What are the job prospects for foreigners working in Investment Banking in Zurich?

Do I need to learn the language (Swiss German) fluently? Is work done in Swiss German or English?

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