McKinsey signals cost cuts as growth stalls despite centenary optimism

As McKinsey & Co. marked its 100th anniversary with fanfare in Chicago, the consulting firm's leadership struck a confident public tone about its future. "We will kick some ass as we start our second century,†he said, portraying a firm ready to move past recent setbacks. Away from the celebrations, however, McKinsey managers have been discussing plans to cut about 10% of staff in non-client-facing roles over the next 18 to 24 months, according to a Bloomberg report citing people familiar with the matter. Co ...