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I was writing an email to a fellow monkey who is about to start as a banking analyst in the summer. It's been a little over 5 yrs now since I was a wee young first-year analyst in restructuring for one of the Moelis/Houlihan/Evercore type firms (I call them the firms where most people will... 15 things I wish I knew as a first year banking analyst | 86 | 58.86 |
I get a ton of emails and answer a ton of posts asking similar questions so I thought I would answer the most common ones I get here and allow others to post their questions so everyone can see them and the subsequent answers. Hope this helps.
<strong>Summer Analyst... MSF Question and Answer | 144 | 10.44 |
Inspired by comments from this: http://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forums/basic-guide-ramping-up-on-a-company-with-public-information-part-1-of-3
Lets just jump in.
<strong>Technology:</strong> In this space there are really two metrics that matter the most, sales growth and EPS... Beginners Guide to Valuation and Metrics By Sector | 38 | 10.38 |
I work as a currency volatility trader and manage one of the bigger G10 blocs in London. I've been lucky enough to get responsibility early in my career. I started off managing a single currency book a few months into the job, and have steadily been granted more responsibility to where I am... Ask Me Anything: I'm a Currency Volatility Trader | 88 | 9.88 |
I'm currently a Private Equity Analyst in Shanghai, China. Academically, I graduated from a target school majoring in Economics and Chinese. I also spent my time at college as the president of an on-campus student organization related to Finance and Economics and a volunteer for a local... Ask me anything… I'm a Private Equity Analyst in Shanghai | 67 | 6.67 |
<em>Mod note: Best of Bankerella - this was originally posted 10/1/12</em>
I occasionally get PMed by people at colleges I’ve never heard of before, asking if they have a shot at IBD.
Folks, why IBD? The finance world is broad and varied, and there are a million ways to... My Biggest Career Mistake to Date: Prestige | 95 | 5.95 |
For better or for worse, there’s a very unique feeling when everything goes completely according to plan yet nobody seems to care or notice. Such is the case with our favorite company of the moment, Tesla Motors. For those unaware, TSLA has rocketed upwards since its Q1 earnings release,... A Perfect Storm | 68 | 5.68 |
I work as a long/short equity analyst at a large hedge fund. I've been lucky enough to be more than just a model monkey early on in my career, but have also been exposed to the stress of being measured on returns. I primarily cover consumer and TMT names. I went the typical path (target... I'm a Hedge Fund Analyst - Ask Me Anything | 122 | 5.22 |
Fellow Primates,
We are looking for 1-2 students on each campus to help WSO in its sales efforts to student clubs/career centers, and overall promotion at your school both online and on the ground. Below is a description of the position and benefits...thanks in advance for your help! <a... WSO is Looking for Campus Reps For Summer/Fall 2013 (and beyond) | 104 | 5.04 |
This is just fantastic. After sitting through Carl Levin and John McCain spewing a bunch of nonsense about how Apple doesn't pay enough taxes (despite being the #3 taxpaying company in America behind ExxonMobil and Chevron), Rand Paul lit them up about what a travesty it was to blame Apple... Rand Paul GOES OFF at Apple Hearing | 51 | 4.51 |
Hi Everyone,
I read a lot of these forums a couple years back and they helped considerably in terms of realistic expectations about day to day life as an analyst. I was hoping to return the favor by answering a few questions (if anyone has any) about life as an analyst at a buy side real... Q&A With a Buy Side Analyst at Real Estate Investment & Development Firm | 39 | 4.39 |
Someone was asking me about this in PM and I wrote a long and detailed reply about what it is like to work in Big 4 and what advice I would give to people thinking about interning / working there. Thought it might be useful for others so my reply is below. Happy to answer any... Working In Big 4 Audit in London | 23 | 4.23 |
I recently received an message to a comment I made how I was able to break into IB as an intern and would like to provide a nice update to where I am in my career.
Original Story from April 2012:
My Story (A Thank You Card to Patrick and the Team) | 15 | 4.15 |
I haven’t watched a non-007 movie in almost a year, and over the weekend I finally broke that streak by watching “Dirty Harry” and “Magnum Force.”
Needless to say, the movies had an effect other than making me wish that I was a cop working in 1970s San Francisco. Dirty Harry extols... "Unschool Yourself" | 30 | 3.3 |
Afternoon monkeys,
I just wanted to take a quick moment to thank everyone on this sight who has given me good, and sometimes harsh advice. I just graduated from a very small private school with a 3.5 GPA, decent internship experiences and hardly any connections. I've had quite a few... Well deserved thank you to WSO! | 21 | 3.21 |
I come from a small town where nobody had ever heard of consulting or IB. I was fortunate enough to attend a top target college (a good Ivy) and land a gig in IB at a BB/EB. I'm starting full time this summer.
I've noticed that my personality has changed a lot since high school.... Finance Culture - Personalities | 16 | 3.16 |
If you have been following my blog postings, you are probably aware that I have an obsession with equity risk premiums (ERP), and have done an annual survey paper on the topic every year since 2008 (<a href="http://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=2238064"... Equity Risk Premiums (ERP) and Stocks: Bullish or Bearish Indicator | 6 | 3.06 |
We're quickly approaching the summer when a fun-filled crop of fresh-faced monkeys will descend upon firms nationwide, hoping to secure a job post graduation. For the newly minted managers out there, you've got your work cut out for you. New guys come in all shapes and sizes and they... Tough Monkeys to Manage | 5 | 3.05 |
I know a lot of bankers frequent these websites, good to know they are merging for twice the fun!
http://www.chicagotribune.com/business/breaking/chi-grubhub-seamless-20130520,0,4610644.story Seamless and Grubhub Merger | 3 | 3.03 |
Wall Street Oasis is looking for several hard working individuals to join our intern team to help with online-marketing tasks, specifically Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and link-building...
Wall Street Oasis SEO Interns Needed NOW | 30 | 2.3 |
<strong>Financial modeling</strong> is a skill that any investment banking analyst will have to master. Although the majority of investment banks and other financial firms now have formal training programs, many students and prospective finance professionals are choosing enroll in... Financial & Valuation Modeling Boot-Camp | 27 | 2.27 |
I did a search function as well as reading articles and damn, corporate banking at a BB seems incredible!
Pros:
- Compensation: Same base as IBD, slightly discount in bonus (kind of like ECM/DCM level bonus).
- Hours: 9am ~ 7~8pm (for juniors)
- Exit Opps: Since it focuses a lot on... Why aren't people aiming Corporate Banking? | 126 | 2.26 |
Ran into ING US (VOYA) while hunting for cheap price to book investments. It has turned into a bit more interesting than just that metric and indeed may be an aig-style investment. <br />
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<strong>A background:</strong><br />
ING US is a financial services... Contemplating ING US (VOYA) | 7 | 2.07 |
For younger analysts/former summer interns: If you worked in S&T and have to get up super early, do you eat breakfast at all? and if you do, where do you get it? food trucks? make something at home? My office is in Midtown/Times Square-ish and I'd appreciate some good breakfast... Where do S&T people eat breakfast (in Midtown)? | 5 | 2.05 |
We published part one last week which can be seen here and we are using Facebook as an example as it is well known to almost everyone.
http://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forums/basic-guide-ramping-up-on-a-company-with-public-information-part-1-of-3
Basic Guide Ramping Up On A Company With Public Information (Part 2 of 3) | 3 | 2.03 |
It's been a rough couple of weeks for Stevie Cohen and his crew, and the situation is growing more "fluid" with each passing day. I kinda kept one eye on it all weekend after the somewhat cryptic announcement on Friday that <a... SAC Against the Ropes | 86 | 1.8599999999999999 |
<em>Mod note: Blast from the past - "Best of Eddie". This one was originally posted in July 2011.</em>
Here's some good news for guys thinking about leaving the military to get an MBA: you can expect a robust recruiting environment. According to CNN, <a... Military Vets with MBAs Recruited Heavily | 72 | 1.72 |
Greetings! Happy Memorial Day Weekend!
This is a story of my lady friend. Let's call her Ms. X. I got to know X through mutual friend. Attractive lady, well educated, exotic feel. She is the kind that will turn a lot heads when she dresses up a bit.
So lately we found a chance to sit... Should she be considered a whore or not? | 29 | 1.29 |
Here's a link to the list http://online.barrons.com/article/SB50001424052748704253204578469283806191260.html?mod=bol_share_tweet#articleTabs_article%3D1
ABS and MBS have blown all other strategies out of the water since 2010. Also interesting to see all funds in the top ten have AUM... Top 100 Hedge Funds, ranked by Barron's | 17 | 1.17 |
Thought I'd fill WSO in on some of the 2013 CMC Master's placement:
Bank of America Merrill Lynch - Investment Banking Analyst, New York, NY
Cowen & Co. - Investment Banking Analyst, San Francisco, CA
Fred Alger Asset Management - Equity Research Associate - New York,... 2013 CMC Master's Placement | 17 | 1.17 |
Every office has their winners, but here are just a few of the goofy things you might encounter while working with Chinese colleagues. Those with China experience, definitely sound off at the bottom here.
1) Now while I’m sure what I eat in the office gives my colleagues room for pause as... 5 Quirks of Chinese Colleagues | 16 | 1.16 |
Hello Friends,
I am a current second year analyst at a regional and well-known boutique. I am happy to answer any questions for any of you fellow monkeys that may be going into the slaughterhouse this summer. I have BB internship experience, so I can compare and contrast nicely.
As most of... Current Regional Boutique Analyst | 13 | 1.13 |
With the great acceleration of WSO Certified Users has come an awesome collection of interviews, general Q&As and AMAs that we have compiled into 1 place. If you hover over the FAQ menu above and click "Best Interviews", you will find an awesome array of Q&As from some of WSOs... Best Q&As and Interviews on WSO | 11 | 1.11 |
1) <strong>Bloomberg Best (and Worst)</strong> (<a href="http://www.bloomberg.com/visual-data/best-and-worst/s">Bloomberg</a>) - Awesome new research tool from Bloomberg. This is seriously cool and very comprehensive. Going to help a lot of us find a jumping off... Bonus Bananas May 24, 2013 | 11 | 1.11 |
Hi guys,
Investment banking in London / Europe is a complete waste of time | 11 | 1.11 |
Sports is a fascinating business to me. It is truly amazing how quickly sports have grown into billion dollar franchises with top end players making up to $30 million a year. Baffling. On top of it, the numbers for broadcasting rights keep climbing right along with them and frankly seem to be... ESPN and the Business of Sports | 10 | 1.1 |
Hi Monkeys,
The WSO community has been such a help for me since my sophomore year when I learnt about investment banking and has been a huge support throughout my entire recruitment process. I've never done a post but the topics and resources that I have read have been fruitful. All of... GOT AN SA OFFER!!! THANK YOU WSO | 10 | 1.1 |
I emailed an alumnus (Managing Director of MM IB | hitter | from PE to IB) a couple months ago asking for an internship and he got back to me yesterday. We are having lunch in one of the very fancy cafes of Boston soon. Since I am new to this game of networking, I am kind of amazed to go out to... Lunch with Alumnus Question | 9 | 1.09 |
Listen up all you newly minted college grads. Now that you’re entering the brave, new, depressing world that is life post college, you are probably eager to jump start your cube life and pay down your debts. And <strong>everyone you talk to is gonna offer up their unsolicited sage advice... Worst Career Advice for New Grads | 9 | 1.09 |
What did you learn first, the Forex or the Stock exchange? Which one do you like more? What did you learn first | 7 | 1.07 |
Which of these two is looked more favourably upon in IB BB recruitment.
Also, where can I expect to learn more relevant stuff for IB?
I would appreciate if someone would clarify why is one better than another. Any thoughts where would Big4 Valuation or Due Dilligence come on the rank... Big4 CorpFinance/M&A vs Big4 TAS/FAS | 7 | 1.07 |
Hey Everyone,
Relocating to Miami from NYC in the near future, can anyone provide some color on the atmosphere there? I'll be living in Brickell, and coming from the West Village/SoHo/NoLita type area, how different will this area be? I'd really appreciate any info on Brickell/Miami... Miami Monkies | 6 | 1.06 |
I have been networking with a few banks/boutiques and looking at analyst profiles on linkedin and it seems like some only hire within top 10 business schools and Ivy's. Are there some that are very elitist and not worth trying to network into? My school has no alumni, so getting someone... what banks/boutiques are the hardest for non-targets to get into? | 5 | 1.05 |
This past May I decided to send my deposit into Northeastern over Lehigh, Wake Forest, Maryland, Penn State and Fordham. I did a lot of research and figured Northeastern would be the way to go if I wanted to work at a Boston bank or still even in New York, but I am still unsure to whether or not... Breaking In? | 5 | 1.05 |
Hi guys:
I write (for myself) market recap newsletters covering overall market conditions and news for fun (pathetic... I know). Is this something that I should bring to my private banking interview?
Thank you! Should I bring work I've written (on my own time) regarding the markets to my interview for Private Banking? | 5 | 1.05 |
What kinds of fixed income Excel models are used in trading/research? Is it usually just basic duration/PV01 stuff or something more complex? If anyone has a sample model they could share via PM or name some book/website that goes over any such model, that'd be great too.
Thanks, any... Fixed income modeling | 4 | 1.04 |
I thought I'd share this:
http://youtu.be/troxvPRmZm8
Great video, got me thinking, should I go for another language. Every language that I learned really opened my eyes and gave me a new perspective; I think it would be a well spent time.
Don't have the luxury at the moment,... Learn to read Chinese ... with ease! | 4 | 1.04 |
Hi,
I am now majoring chemical engineering and minoring in finance at one of the top 3 engineering schools.
Also, I have a few internship experiences in a top 5 consulting firm and Chevron, and Samsung.
I still have two years left.
I know I really want to go into banking industry for its... Chemical Engineer going into Trading or IBD | 4 | 1.04 |
Almost died yesterday in a car crash. Was going 60 on a bridge and this idiot makes a 2 lane switch swiping over. Thanks to quick reflexes I swerved and accelerated out of they way, but lost control of the car trying to over correct. The idiot ends up hitting the guy behind me almost sending the... Almost died, puts things into perspective | 4 | 1.04 |
Where can I view historical price data for call/put options? Not finding it on Google or Yahoo finance. Historical price data for Options? | 3 | 1.03 |
Hello,
I'm wondering if my fellow or senior monkeys can help me find a way. I'll have to admit, I'm not just new to this forum, but had just 1 year experience in finance (it gets worse - I'm working as IT Consultant, not in business).
I've had it enough with for/if... MSXX - which XX? | 3 | 1.03 |
Hi everyone,
I am at a point in my life where I need some direction and asking the community for their feedback. I am 33 and have been an equities trader with a few prop firms in NY for the past seven years. I only graduated from a community college with an associates degree.
My passion... Experienced trader seeking advice | 2 | 1.02 |
I would be interviewing for junior role in a securitization buy side firm. This is the role:
We are looking for a junior guy...booking trades....monitoring our portfolio of investments...working with the trustees....providing investor reporting stats. It is not glamourous...but there is room... job profiles opinion | 2 | 1.02 |
How realistic is it to land and interview / job offer as an american non-target student applying for an IB analyst position in London? I feel like they wouldn't even bother considering candidates in the U.S ... let me know what you think.. Thanks How Realistic | 2 | 1.02 |
This is my first post. I have been lurking for a while but please be kind.
Questionable work experience | 2 | 1.02 |
Patrick and his team have made some <em>extremely</em> helpful updates to our Finance Networking Guide to help you through all aspects of networking in the finance world. Inside the WSO Finance Networking Guide, you'll get a comprehensive, all-inclusive roadmap for maximizing... Get the Updated 2013 Finance Networking Guide | 2 | 1.02 |
Data on post-MBA salaries are ubiquitous, but I can't find a good source of samples of post-MBA entry-level job titles. Having a wide sample of such titles may aid in career planning/ self-analysis. What are some example entry-level positions that a top-MBA can expect to earn? Post-MBA entry-level job titles | 1 | 1.01 |
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Guys, I am trying as hard as I can to break into I-Banking or a hedge fund and I am having much difficulty. If anyone can look at my resume and give me suggestions I would be very grateful. I am so close to giving up but I am not going to stop until I get hired.
My experience at the... Please Destroy My resume, I'm begging you. | 29 | -0.71 |
Well, after I saw the disgrace of advice <a href="http://www.wallstreetoasis.com/blog/break-these-7-rules-and-forget-about-being-rich">"Break These 7 Rules and Forget About Being Rich"</a> was, I decided to make a compilation of Steve Siebolds work for... 21 Ways Rich People Think Differently | 14 | -0.86 |
Just graduated college from a completely non-target, sub 3.0 cum GPA, and a degree in economics and management. Ultimate goal is Hedge Fund working as an equity/industry analyst. Will be working full time for a HFoF's right out of the gate therefore I'm looking for an online degree... Southern New Hampshire Univeristy: Online MSF Program. Thoughts Anyone? | 13 | -0.87 |
Anytime there's a report "out," it affects the stock market either up or down be it retail numbers, jobless claims, agriculture #s, etc etc. Is there a list somewhere where we can check the schedule of what and when they report? Where To find Schedule/info on when Fed/ Gov/ Industry reports data? ( employment,retail sales, labor mkt, etc reports?) | 7 | -0.9299999999999999 |
I'm curious to as what websites / free sources are available to stay up to date on the oil and gas industry. I have a subscription to WSJ and try to read their Energy column daily, but was wondering what everyone else uses. thanks Oil & Gas News Outlets | 6 | -0.94 |
What's it like working at Citi or any other US bank in Canada in terms of deal flow, culture (compared to home offices or Canadian banks), is it industry specific (mining in toronto and o&g in calgary)? compensation.. etc
Any insight will be much appreciated!
Cheers Anyone work at Citi Toronto or Calgary IBD? What's it like? | 5 | -0.95 |
so i just got (hopefully) the hang of all the financial statement analysis-evaluation-earnings manipulation thing but still i find myself poorly geared to face stock evaluations for a simple reason: i lack specific industry knowledge. how can i get that besides surfing the internet?
are... Need readings for specific industries | 4 | -0.96 |
What's the longest you've been in banking? What's the longest (# of years) you've been in banking? | 4 | -0.96 |
I have a prototype of the product built (after some pivots) as well as an investor deck. I've also been hitting the pavement to try to develop relationships with institutions (my end consumers). I applied to an accelerator program last week and haven't heard back. I also submitted my... Advice on how to get funding? | 3 | -0.97 |
What do you guys think of / know about GS's private equity group within PIA? I'm a rising second year analyst at a top group / top BB trying to stack it up against other shops GS PIA / Private Equity | 3 | -0.97 |
Hi Monkeys,
Are you not tired of buying books and having them pick up dust on your library ? In the 21st Century, we need to be able to have all of them in pdf format. I thought we could put links to all the best ones for college/mba/general reading here.
I would love it if someone could... Links to ebooks | 3 | -0.97 |
To those who used to (or are currently) working at JPM Private Banking: could you answer these questions?
1. Is it true that gaining the promotion from analyst to associate (by your third year) is extremely difficult? I've gotten mixed reviews on this - some say to those who choose to... The truth behind JPM Private Banking. | 3 | -0.97 |
I'm starting an internship with a business casual dress code, so I'm looking for some pants to rotate.
Where can I buy some slacks and chinos that taper, preferably to a 14'' circumference leg opening? I'd rather not pay more than $100 per pair, but less is... Slim Chinos & Slacks | 2 | -0.98 |
does anybody have a shipping model or any idea where i can get info on how these companies are valued shipping | 1 | -0.99 |
What are the best books for valuing private firms at the moment?
Thanks in advance. Essential readings | 1 | -0.99 |
Let's say I am applying to University of Chicago, and my real hope is that I get into the MBA program on a fellowship, without which MBA is no good for me--I want it free. But of course, I realize that I'm dreaming and understand that the chance of that happening is very slim, and... Applying to PhD in Finance, PhD Math, and MBA at a Same School (Not Dual/Joint) | 51 | -1.49 |
I am currently in the process of finding another bank to work for. I was able to arrange an interview at Goldman Sachs, maybe you've heard of them(ahahaha). Anyway, I was wondering what suit to wear? Black, grey, or blue? Goldman Sachs Interview | 16 | -1.84 |
Hi again all.
Going to give this blog thing another shot (incoming monkey shit for sure). This post is somewhat inspired from Eddies blast from the past article on <strong>GRITS</strong>: girls raised in the south
So as we all know, the most difficult aspect of banking are the... The Case for Asian Women | 14 | -1.8599999999999999 |
I have a few questions about my business files/filings and dealings that I need a VC specializing in digital media, digital distribution, (social media?), and/or related sectors to consult me on.
Just message me here, identify your firm, speciality, (and yourself if possible) so I know... VC's - Consult Me | 3 | -1.97 |
Hey guys any thoughts on Valence Group? Culture / hours / deal flow etc.?
It is the world's largest dedicated chemicals M&A boutique. It looks like a reputable firm with strong deal flow and an excellent track record but it also looks like the kind of place where juniors would get... Valence Group | 1 | -1.99 |
Google glass is doomed to fail because it's simply just not a "cool" product, see below for a particularly funny site:
http://whitemenwearinggoogleglass.tumblr.com
I remember when the very first iPhone came out (I got one right when it came out). I would take that thing to a... Google Glass will fail miserably | 42 | -2.58 |
<em>Mod note: this is a syndication from ryanallis.com</em>
<strong>And So The Journey Begins… Again</strong>
<p>Today I finished my first year at Harvard Business School.</p>
<p>I wrote the below post 10 years ago last week (on May 11,... Today I finished my first year at Harvard Business School. | 11 | -2.89 |
For those of you who want to wake up before the sun rises and eat Type B personalities for breakfast this is the first of a three part series on <a href="http://boldanddetermined.com/2013/01/28/the-21-rules-of-the-rich-and-how-you-can-emulate-them/">21 Rules Of the Rich (And How... Break These 7 Rules And Forget About Being Rich | 31 | -12.69 |
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