Top US financial firms, including JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs, and Fidelity, have filed nearly 12,000 H-1B visa requests for the 2024 fiscal year, reflecting a strong demand for skilled foreign workers in technology, finance, and data science. As reported by Business Insider, these filings highlight the increasing reliance on H-1B visas to fill specialized roles within the financial sector. With tech positions leading the way, the data underscores the growing importance of foreign expertise in powering major companies.
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