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Barclays
3.8
based on 2.9k Reviews

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Barclays is a global financial services company focused on moving, lending, investing, and safeguarding client capital while ensuring sustainable shareholder value.
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3.8/5
based on 2.9k reviews

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Hybrid
94% employees reported

Monday to Friday
81% employees reported

Flexible timing
72% employees reported

No travel
72% employees reported
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Top Employees Benefits
Office cab/shuttle
218 employees reported
Cafeteria
163 employees reported
Health insurance
153 employees reported
Job/Soft skill training
133 employees reported
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About Barclays
Founded in1690 (335 yrs old)
India Employee Count10k-50k
Global Employee Count50k-1 Lakh
HeadquartersLondon, UnitedKingdom
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Websitehome.barclays
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Barclays moves, lends, invests and protects money for customers and clients worldwide.
The Board’s principal duty is to create and deliver sustainable shareholder value through setting Barclays' strategy and overseeing its implementation.
Certain responsibilities are delegated to Board Committees, which assist the Board in carrying out its functions and ensure that there is independent oversight of internal control and risk management.
Mission: Our common Purpose is ‘Creating opportunities to rise’. We are a company of opportunity makers working together to help people rise – customers, clients, colleagues and society.
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Barclays Ratings
based on 2.9k reviews
Overall Rating
3.8/5
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3.8
Salary
3.7
Job security
3.7
Work-life balance
3.6
Company culture
3.4
Skill development
3.4
Work satisfaction
3.0
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Barclays is rated 3.8 out of 5 stars on AmbitionBox, based on 2.9k company reviews.This rating reflects an average employee experience, indicating moderate satisfaction with the company’s work culture, benefits, and career growth opportunities. AmbitionBox gathers authentic employee reviews and ratings, making it a trusted platform for job seekers and employees in India.
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Gender Based Ratings at Barclays
based on 2.8k reviews
3.7
Rated by 1k Women
Rated 3.7 for Salary and 3.6 for Job security
3.8
Rated by 1.8k Men
Rated 3.9 for Work-life balance and 3.8 for Salary
Work Policy at Barclays
based on 570 reviews in last 6 months

Hybrid
94%

Work from office
6%
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Overall Rating | 3.8/5 based on 2.9k reviews | 4.0/5 based on 42.9k reviews | 3.8/5 based on 44.8k reviews | 3.7/5 based on 29k reviews ![]() |
Highly Rated for | Salary | Job security Skill development Work-life balance | Job security Skill development | ![]() No highly rated category |
Critically Rated for | Promotions | ![]() No critically rated category | Promotions | Promotions |
Primary Work Policy | Hybrid 94% employees reported | Work from office 91% employees reported | Work from office 84% employees reported | Work from office 79% employees reported |
Rating by Women Employees | 3.7 Good rated by 1k women | 3.9 Good rated by 11.4k women | 3.7 Good rated by 9.7k women | 3.6 Good rated by 6.3k women |
Rating by Men Employees | 3.8 Good rated by 1.8k men | 4.0 Good rated by 29.7k men | 3.9 Good rated by 33.1k men | 3.7 Good rated by 21.6k men |
Job security | 3.7 Good | 4.1 Good | 4.0 Good | 3.6 Good |
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Barclays Salaries
Barclays salaries have received with an average score of 3.8 out of 5 by 2.9k employees.
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Why 20% of Barclays Customers Are Churning — A Deep Dive into Retention Gaps
- Overall churn rate at Barclays is approximately 20.37%, leading to the loss of over 2,000 customers and an estimated revenue loss of USD 185+ million.
- The highest churn risk region is Germany with a churn rate of around 32%, and the most vulnerable segment comprises middle-aged and inactive customers.
- Customers with 3–4 products have the highest product churn rate, indicating a need for targeted retention strategies.
- Insights reveal that inactivity poses a significant risk as 35% of inactive customers are deemed 'at-risk,' with some active customers also churning.
Medium | 5 Aug, 2025

Michael Saylor’s Firm Eyes Another $4.2B to Boost Bitcoin Holdings
- MicroStrategy, led by Michael Saylor, aims to raise an additional $4.2 billion through a Bitcoin-backed security offering after recently securing $2.5 billion in capital.
- The company's filing with the SEC outlines a new stock offering involving major institutions like Morgan Stanley, Barclays, and TD Securities, with shares listed on Nasdaq trading near $94.50.
- The funds from the offering will be used for general corporate purposes, particularly to expand its Bitcoin reserves, which currently stand at 628,791 BTC valued at $46.8 billion.
- Strategy's previous offerings, including STRK, STRF, STRD, and now STRC, have collectively raised over $10 billion, with the company increasing its full-year performance targets to a 30% BTC yield and $20 billion in Bitcoin gains.
Coindoo | 1 Aug, 2025

US tariffs may trim India’s GDP growth by 30 bps: Barclays
- US President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff that could raise the average US import tariff on Indian goods to 20.6%.
- Barclays estimates that this tariff threat may reduce India's GDP growth by around 30 basis points.
- Although India's economy is relatively closed and driven by domestic demand, sectors like pharmaceuticals and textiles could be affected.
- India is focusing on diversifying its export base through free-trade agreements with countries like the US, EFTA bloc, European Union, Oman, and New Zealand.
HinduBusinessLine | 31 Jul, 2025

Global research firms see US tariff impact of 20-30 bps on India’s GDP growth projection for FY26
- Global research firms like Nomura and Barclays project that a sustained 25% tariff on India could impact GDP growth by 20-30 basis points in FY26, affecting exports and investment.
- Nomura maintains a 6.2% y-o-y GDP growth forecast for FY26 but notes a downside risk of 0.2pp if tariffs persist at current levels.
- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) raised India's FY26 GDP forecast to 6.4%, lower than RBI's projection but within the Economic Survey's forecast range.
- Experts anticipate limited impact on GDP growth from 25% tariffs on India due to the economy's focus on domestic demand, with estimates ranging from 20 to 30 basis points.
HinduBusinessLine | 31 Jul, 2025

Strategy Quadruples Preferred Stock Offering to $2B to Fuel Bitcoin Buying Spree
- Strategy, led by Michael Saylor, plans to increase its preferred stock offering from $500 million to $2 billion to fuel its Bitcoin buying spree, according to Bloomberg sources.
- This move aims to accumulate more Bitcoin, as Strategy's share price surged 156% in the past year due to Bitcoin's performance.
- The financing involves 5 million preferred shares valued at $90 each, underwritten by firms like Morgan Stanley and Barclays.
- Despite the news, Strategy's common stock closed slightly up at around $415, with the company currently holding 607,770 Bitcoins valued at $72 billion.
Cryptonews | 25 Jul, 2025
Strategy Raises $2B to Expand Bitcoin Treasury Reserves
- Strategy has raised its target preferred stock issue to $2 billion, four times the initial goal of $500 million, to expand its Bitcoin reserve.
- The Series A Perpetual Stretch preferred shares were sold at $90 each with an initial 9% dividend, backed by institutions like Morgan Stanley and Barclays.
- Strategy's stock (MSTR) has seen a steady rise, up 37% in 2025 and more than 146% in the last year, outperforming S&P 500 and the tech sector.
- Strategy's move to build its Bitcoin reserve has inspired other companies like Quantum Solutions and mining firms to also invest in Bitcoin.
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TheNewsCrypto | 25 Jul, 2025
Strategy lifts latest preferred stock sale to $2B for more Bitcoin buys
- Strategy plans to increase its preferred equity offering to $2 billion from $500 million to purchase more Bitcoin during a market rally.
- The Series A Perpetual Stretch preferred shares are priced at $90 each with a 9% dividend, totaling 5 million shares underwritten by Morgan Stanley, Barclays, TD Securities, and Moelis & Co.
- Since adopting a Bitcoin-first treasury approach in 2020, Strategy has accumulated 607,770 BTC, making it the largest public corporate holder of Bitcoin.
- The top 100 publicly traded Bitcoin treasury companies own 917,599 BTC, with Strategy representing about 66% of that total. Other companies, including MARA Holdings and Riot Platforms, have also increased their Bitcoin holdings.
Cryptoslate | 25 Jul, 2025

Michael Saylor’s Strategy Raises More Cash to Buy More Bitcoin
- Michael Saylor's company, Strategy, is raising more funds by offering 5 million shares at USD 90 per share with an initial 9% dividend to purchase additional Bitcoin for its treasury.
- Morgan Stanley, Barclays, TD Securities, and Moelis & Co. are joint book-runners on the deal, aiming to deepen Strategy's position as the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin.
- Strategy's common equity (ticker MSTR) traded near USD 413 on Thursday, with a year-to-date stock increase of 37% and a 146% gain over the last twelve months, pushing its market cap to around USD 116 billion.
- Bitcoin has shown resilience amid market fluctuations, with Strategy's ongoing Bitcoin purchases and broader corporate adoption signaling continued bullish market sentiment, potentially leading to price predictions of USD 200,000 by 2025.
Bravenewcoin | 25 Jul, 2025

Bullish retail traders are the biggest force behind the stock market's latest rally to all-time highs
- Retail traders have played a significant role in driving the stock market to record highs, with a 26% climb since early April attributed to their buying activities.
- Barclays mentioned that retail traders have invested around $50 billion in global stocks in the last month, outpacing institutional investors.
- JPMorgan estimated that retail investors purchased a net $270 billion worth of stocks in the first half of the year, with further projections indicating a potential rise in the S&P 500.
- The surge in retail investor participation in stock trading has been fueled by factors such as portfolio health, successful dip-buying efforts, and a stable labor market.
Insider | 23 Jul, 2025
Strategy Plots Another $500M Stock Offering to Grow Bitcoin Reserves
- Strategy plans to conduct a $500 million stock offering by introducing a new class of preferred shares called STRC, priced at $100 each.
- The funds raised will primarily be used for acquiring more Bitcoin, with a portion allocated for general operations, bringing the company's Bitcoin reserves to over 607,000 coins.
- The STRC shares, named 'Stretch,' offer monthly dividends with an initial 9% annual yield, with limits for reducing payouts. Strategy can redeem shares after listing at $101 plus any due dividends.
- Morgan Stanley, TD Securities, and Barclays are underwriting the offering, leading to a slight increase in Strategy's stock (MSTR) price, supported by its substantial unrealized Bitcoin profit of $14 billion.
Coindoo | 22 Jul, 2025

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Barclays FAQs
When was Barclays founded?
Barclays was founded in 1690. The company has been operating for 335 years primarily in the Banking sector.
Where is the Barclays headquarters located?
Barclays is headquartered in London. It operates in 4 cities such as Pune, Chennai, Mumbai, Hyderabad / Secunderabad. To explore all the office locations, visit Barclays locations.
How many employees does Barclays have in India?
Barclays currently has more than 23,000+ employees in India. Engineering - Software & QA department appears to have the highest employee count in Barclays based on the number of reviews submitted on AmbitionBox.
Does Barclays have good work-life balance?
Barclays has a Work-Life Balance Rating of 3.7 out of 5 based on 2,900+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox. 71% employees rated Barclays 4 or above, while 29% employees rated it 3 or below on work-life balance. This indicates that the majority of employees feel a generally balanced work-life experience, with some opportunities for improvement based on the feedback. We encourage you to read Barclays work-life balance reviews for more details.
Is Barclays good for career growth?
Career growth at Barclays is rated as moderate, with a promotions and appraisal rating of 3.0. 29% employees rated Barclays 3 or below, while 71% employees rated it 4 or above on promotions / appraisal. This rating suggests that while some employees view growth opportunities favorably, there is scope for improvement based on employee feedback. We recommend reading Barclays promotions / appraisals reviews for more detailed insights.
What are the pros and cons of working in Barclays?
Working at Barclays comes with several advantages and disadvantages. It is highly rated for salary & benefits. However, it is poorly rated for promotions / appraisal, work satisfaction and skill development, based on 2,900+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox.
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