UBS has faced backlash from its employees after former Credit Suisse (CS) executives retained their higher salaries post-merger, leading to discontent among UBS staff. In response, UBS management has increased salaries for certain UBS employees by up to CHF 20,000, despite claims of a strict pay-for-performance policy. This move comes as UBS aims to save $13 billion by 2026, with a significant portion attributed to rising salary and bonus costs.