MD in biotech ER: long term career advice
Hi guys- just wanted to get your opinions on career trajectory long term. To give some background I just started working in ER as an associate in biotech. I have an MD and just finished my internal...
View ArticleNeed some career advice for undegrad junior without SA internship offers
Hi.I am a non-US citizen (from Asia) going to one of Ivy Leagues with 3.6~ GPA majoring in stats and econ. I have had two internships in the past (one in a long-biased asset management firm back in my...
View ArticleRecommendations: Academic Research
Hey everyone,I'm currently searching for a topic for my bachelor thesis and I am planning to read some academic research to get a sense of what other people in the finance world write about.Since I am...
View ArticleFootball field graph - how to reach min and max DCF values?
Hello everyone,I'm a junior monkey trying to learn how to properly compose a football field graph and I'm looking for insight into what makes a successful one. Which variables should I take into...
View ArticleEquit Research intern
Susquehanna International GroupIndustry Detail: Equity ResearchInternGroup / Division / Type: EnergyLess than 1SeasonalWeeks of Paid Vacation: 3Monthly IncomeHealth Benefits: Medical / HealthDentalPay...
View ArticleEquity Research Intern
If known, what % of interns received full time offers?: Not SureSusquehanna International GroupSadness (Cons): Expensive place to live, they don’t wear suits there which I particularly didn’t like as...
View ArticleEquity Research Senior Associate
CitigroupIndustry Detail: Equity ResearchAssistant Vice PresidentGroup / Division / Type: Equity Research3Regular Full TimeWeeks of Paid Vacation: 4Annual SalaryHealth Benefits: Medical /...
View ArticleJob Offer buy side
I got interviewed by a hedge fund manager in August. I pitched few stock ideas and he liked it. He said he wants to hire me. He reached out recently and said "I would like to set a time to meet the...
View ArticleCapital Group Data Analytics Rotation and Training Program
I recently applied for the DART program at Capital group, and I am about to take the HireVue interview. Anyone have any insights to the company/ this interview process? Thanks!Only allow Certified...
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Future of Equity Research - 12+ Months into MIFID II
Just came out a client meeting on the dynamics of the Equity Research industry following the implementation of the industry killer aka MiFID II. Here are a few insights:Pros:Due to the changes in fee...
View ArticleTips for breaking into ER a year after graduation
Hello--During my senior year of UG, I realized I wanted to have a career in ER after my time in my school's student fund. I passed CFA Level I as a senior and applied to research jobs for months after...
View ArticleAllianz Global Investors Graduate Programme vs IBD?
Hello guys, I have just received an offer from Allianz Global Investors to join their graduate programme in the investment track September in the Frankfurt office. I still have not signed the offer and...
View ArticleMKM Partners Thoughts?
Does anyone have experience with MKM Partners? I saw a "Equity Research Associate" job posting from them and was wondering about their reputation, hours, and possibly salary? On Glassdoor, associates...
View ArticleSeries 87 Materials: Which one is better, STC or Knopman and why?
Hey guys. Just have the Series 87 to take. Which book is better: STC or Knopman and why? Any feedback would be appreciated. Also which one is more closely tied to the real exam: STC or Knopman?Only...
View ArticleSummer Equity Analyst
Month of Interview: SeptemberPutnam InvestmentsIndustry Detail: Equity ResearchHow long did the interview process last?: Less than 1 monthInternGroup/Division/Type: Equity Capital MarketsWhat did the...
View ArticleBiotechnology Finance: Key Science Concepts
Hi all,As per my previous posts, I have a longstanding interest in finance within biotechnology. With the help of some of your feedback here I have been self-studying the field to develop a...
View ArticleThoughts on Instinet Nomura Research?
Does anyone have any experience reading Instinent Nomura's research and what's their reputation? Would exit ops be other BB or buyside? Would be great to get some perspective as I've found it very...
View ArticleHow to narrow my target company
Good morning WSO,I am a graduating senior, majoring in Finance and Economics from a state school. I am an international student, and now is struggling to find a way to break into Finance. A little bit...
View ArticleSearching: Mentor
Hey Guys,My Name is Mike SanGiacomo and I am an undergraduate student coming out of the University of Vermont. So far at school I have managed to pull a 3.85 GPA with a dual degree in Stats and...
View ArticleUBS vs Jefferies vs RBC vs Cantor
I wanted to get some feedback on ER at these different companies.I would list them in the following order (contains the sector)UBS (consumer)Jefferies (Industrial)RBC (Industrial)Cantor (Biotech)Would...
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