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anyone have any insight on these guys? they have several boutique firms under them... nuveen investments	1	2 years 23 weeks ago by mr lazy	2 years 23 weeks ago by Kenny_Powers_CFA
Hi, I have been working in sell side credit research in an investment bank and am looking to move into asset management (fixed income). I recently had a job offer from another bank's credit portfolio management team as a buy side analyst. This is not a real asset management position as... Credit Portfolio Management	1	2 years 23 weeks ago by Londonq	2 years 23 weeks ago by Londonq
Anybody have any insights into their Latin America group, or JPM's private bank in general? Also, as to what to expect in a short phone... JPM Private Bank SA - Latin America	8	3 years 13 weeks ago by Derivs	2 years 24 weeks ago by D M
Is the turnover rate in PWM/PB high? Are these people simply fired b/c they could not get the clients or did they switch careers? Are you given clients at a BB or do you have to cold call to... turnover rate in Private Wealth Managment/Private Banking	17	2 years 26 weeks ago by watever	2 years 24 weeks ago by watever
Can anyone tell me a bit more about GSAM's AIMS group other than what's posted on their site? What does the group focus on? What is the working culture like? Or does anyone know about their product management group in which I have an upcoming interview with? Thanks in... GSAM AIMS Group	3	3 years 51 weeks ago by kbluearmor7	2 years 24 weeks ago by superconnard
Hi folks, From what I've read, it seems as if the interviews for PWM (internship or other) tend to be less technical than for Investment Banking or even other areas within Asset Management (ie Institutional). Can anyone confirm, reject or otherwise comment on this? I'd appreciate... PWM vs. IBD Interviews	6	2 years 25 weeks ago by cfman	2 years 25 weeks ago by rufiolove
I was wondering if anyone had any advice on which group within PB I should seek to join? To start off, I'm not even too familiar with how the process with join a group occurs, so if you can fill me in on that too, I would really appreciate it (I just recently accepted a position). It's... Best group in Private Bank for analyst?	4	2 years 25 weeks ago by BaronRothschild	2 years 25 weeks ago by monty09
I am looking for some in-depth research on various leading retail sales indicators and their effectiveness. Does anyone remember reading any good studies/in-depth articles about these? Google didnt help... Leading Retail Sales Indicators	1	2 years 25 weeks ago by Dr Joe	2 years 25 weeks ago by Dr Joe
I've heard that some applicants are encouraged to recognize who some of the famous fund managers are and what their investment philosophies are....is this true? Will it come up in interviews? Regardless, where should I start researching this kind of... Knowing portfolio managers and their strategies?	1	2 years 25 weeks ago by dare34	2 years 25 weeks ago by staticx_45
could someone tell me wut the smith barney email format is? is it [email protected]? [email protected]? thanks in... mssb email format?	8	2 years 44 weeks ago by passionfruitkiss	2 years 25 weeks ago by leveRAGE.
I am in the process of deciding between two broad groups within PB, an Integrated Team or Investment Solutions Team, and would appreciate it if anyone can chime in with information about either. I do not know if I want to stay in PB long term, and would like the flexibility of switching over... Best Groups in JP Morgan PB	4	2 years 26 weeks ago by ConcreteJungle	2 years 25 weeks ago by alexpasch
How important is face time in asset... Face Time In Asset Management	15	2 years 46 weeks ago by ElijahPrice	2 years 26 weeks ago by samoanboy
Hello, what are the exit opportunities facing analysts in PWM from bb firms. Is it common for analysts to go to grad school and transition to IB, hedge funds or... PWM Exit Opportunities?	14	3 years 36 weeks ago by shawshank	2 years 26 weeks ago by bananaitis
Hey all, I have a superday coming up with BlackRock's ICG group. I was wondering if anyone could tell me a little about the interview process and any suggestions for preparing. I have the WSO guides, so I'm good to go there, but I was wondering if there were any specifics I should know... Institutional Sales at BlackRock interview	8	2 years 26 weeks ago by mdk0102	2 years 26 weeks ago by Chris_Marlin
Hi everyone, I just want to ask if anyone has worked for Schroders before or is working for Schroders? What's it like working there? What's the company culture like there? Thank you thank you!!... Has anyone worked / is working for Schroders?	2	3 years 29 weeks ago by citycentre	2 years 26 weeks ago by S.Humphrey
I've noticed lots of content on this site regarding PWM in comparison to IB in terms of general lifestyle, but I'm curious as to the difference in pay. Can anyone asscociated with this subject maybe make some... Private wealth management	2	2 years 26 weeks ago by PEVAN	2 years 26 weeks ago by tan86
If I go into AM at a BB, what are the best groups to interview for if I ultimately want to end up on the buy side, as in pension funds or... AM at BB - buy side or sell side?	4	2 years 26 weeks ago by dare34	2 years 26 weeks ago by James07
Hi guys, Any help with these guys? Culture, division, and the company as a whole.... HSBC	1	2 years 27 weeks ago by Walkio	2 years 26 weeks ago by steve001
Hello all, I graduated from a good school with a 3.3 gpa and a lot of EC's, but I majored in Humanities, and I have no work experience in Finance. I'm looking for a masters program that will land me an entry-level job (or at least an internship that leads to one) at an AM firm or HF... Non-quant/Non-MBA Masters Programs for getting into AM/HF?	4	2 years 26 weeks ago by Jim Harbaugh	2 years 26 weeks ago by Jim Harbaugh
Hi, i am an international student studying in California and i am wondering what are asset management career opportunities here, and spec. in San Francisco. I like to think of me as being ambitious and my conclusion was that i should aim for NYC. However, i like outdoors and sports and sun and... AM in Cal/San Francisco	16	3 years 3 weeks ago by Nicu	2 years 26 weeks ago by Brady4MVP
I am in the final rounds for an associate position at UBS AM in Stamford. Anyone have an idea of what they pay? What is the culture... UBS Associate	4	2 years 26 weeks ago by fraggle650	2 years 26 weeks ago by D M
What does an analyst do in the Global Data Department at... Global Data-Bloomberg	2	3 years 16 weeks ago by re_88	2 years 26 weeks ago by steve001
I AM FACED WITH OPPORTUNITIES FOR AN INTERNSHIP AND HOPEFULLY A JOB IN 2 AREAS OF BANKING. INVESTMENT BANKING AND ASSET MANAGEMENT - CAN YOU PLEASE GIVE ME SOME ADVICE ON THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THE TWO. STUFF LIKE WORK HOURS, WORK ATMOSPHERE, SALARY, KIND OF WORK THAT YOU WOULD BE DOING.... SALARY, DIFF BTWN IB AND ASSET MANAGEMENT	7	2 years 27 weeks ago by Interested indi...	2 years 27 weeks ago by D M
So, the consensus in the IB forum is that http://www.amazon.com/Investment-Banking-Valuation-Leveraged-Acquisitions/dp/0470442204/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1292188559&sr=8-1 is the best book for learning valuations. Would you agree this remains the case with AM? (Am preparing for... Valuations	1	2 years 27 weeks ago by Walkio	2 years 27 weeks ago by MittRomney
Hey guys, first time poster here. I have second round PWM interview for LATAM with a bulge bracket. This is my first second round for a PWM job. How should I prepare for the interviews. I will be meeting 6-7 people in one day. This is for an advisor position,... Interviewing for PWM (LATAM)	0	2 years 27 weeks ago by chicagoguy1982	n/a

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Hello all, I was wondering about the GPA cutoffs/ranges that major firms have for giving out FT first-round interviews. Let's say that we're talking about MBB/OW/Monitor/Deloitte, and of course the cutoffs will probably be different for different firms. I'm at a top 5 UG...
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Guys, I tried looking at older posts, but wasn't getting it. I have the acquiring co. buying the target for $380m. From that, $250m is supposed to be debt and the rest cash. I'm going through the adjustments to pro forma the combined cos. balance sheet. The buyer has a negative cash...
Debt/free cash free, how do you balance the BS in a merger?
The Fed said today that the economy's getting better, so they may taper asset purchases at some point later this year/early next year. If they said the economy's getting better, why did stocks fall? is it fear? uncertainty? can someone please explain? Apologies in advance if this is a...
Why did the stock market fall today, after the FOMC statement?
I've asked similar questions before, but I'm wondering how much student debt the average target has on here? I'm generally extremely against debt, and am hesitant to take out loans even for a target school. I hope there is a way into a top MBA without a top undergraduate degree so...
How much student debt do you have?
All, I am a senior, graduating in December from a non-target school, with a BS in Economics, minor in philosophy. I have previous internships in politics and finance. My goal is to land an entry level position anywhere in finance, but preferably an analyst program at a middle market investment...
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I've always been curious about how things work in the world of C-Suite executives and board of directors. Just when do they make the decision that XYZ, who is the face of the brand, have stayed too long in the game to matter...
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What models that you learn in banking are also used in PE? Just LBO models or do you also sometimes do DCFs, comps, merger models, sum-of-parts, etc? I'm assuming you need to be able to build 3-statement operating models to power the LBO...
Models used in Private Equity
It's been going on for a few years, and it looks like it's intensifying. Prop shops such as GETCO, Peak 6, Archelon, Hard Eight, Allston, and others are going more into customer based businesses such as internal hedge funds and services. This article discusses this trend. Is this proof...
Prop shops diversifying their businesses
Have taken a couple introductory stats and econometrics courses, but want to get good enough to do light time series analysis. Problem is its been many years since my last calculus course so i'd like to build a math foundation first. Any tips on the quickest way to do so? Books and other...
Math Needed for Econometrics?
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I have completed my MS in Operations Research and have two offers: 1. BofA (Business Analyst) - paying higher, no travel 2. Capgemini (Consultant) - 80% travel in a week, less pay comparatively Please guide me which one should I go for. I'm concerned with the type of career I would...
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Any Asset Management people here who could give me some insights on it, such as the nature of the work, the pay, the hours, the potential for career advancement, ect? I was looking into IB before but I've decided that I would rather pursue a career that's more intellectually... Asset Management a better choice than Investment Banking?
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