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Anyone hear back from them or are interviewing in their Florida offices? whats the interview process... Raymond James Equity Research | BudFox24 | 0 | 3 years 7 weeks |
Four key factors in the 1970s were very different from present conditions, and that argues against 1970s-style stagflation as a model for 2010-2020.
Sometimes history rhymes--but only for the first line. On the surface, there are reasons to anticipate a 1970s-style stagflation in the decade... Are We Heading for a Decade of 1970s-Style Stagflation? | oilprice | 1 | 3 years 7 weeks |
Ok, though I was able to find a year-round internship (PE/VC), I was shafted for SA positions for all the banks.
The problem is this: For most of those banks, I got to final round and I met almost the entire team through superday and pre-interview dinners etc.
I fucked up the final rounds... shafted at SA final rounds, are there still chances for FT recruiting for same firm? | robot9956 | 11 | 3 years 7 weeks |
Anyone hear back for... Ubs compliance superday-hear back? | Yuppiedog | 1 | 3 years 7 weeks |
So during my SB a few weeks back I went out to Cornell for a weekend to visit a good friend. I know, why the hell would anyone go to Cornell during Spring Break? Unfortunately, the money I had been saving to go to Mexico decided that it would rather stay at the variety of casino's, strip clubs... Wait a second, Cornell has decent looking girls.....? | gcb10 | 18 | 3 years 7 weeks |
I am in talks with an HR recruiter at one of the banks and she seems interested but doesn't have anything concrete available to discuss with me. There are a couple of positions that I think I am good for but she is telling me that the hiring manager took a pass on my resume. I wonder if the HR... Bypassing HR | NewbAssociate | 3 | 3 years 7 weeks |
I know that depreciation and CapEx need to converge in the terminal year...say I forecast out 5 years and my depreciation is as follows:
Depreciation:
Year 1: 200
Year 2: 210
Year 3: 220
Year 4: 230
Year 5: 245
Suppose the forecasts from Management have CapEx as follows
CapEx:
Year... Depreciation and CapEx Converging in Terminal Year | MittRomney | 1 | 3 years 7 weeks |
hey guys , previously I made a post on summer internship with PIMCO fund Statistics group. But I was also told that I'd be interviewed by another team, PIMCO's fund PRICING group. I wasn't given a job description for the pricing group. Is anyone familiar with what the fund pricing... Fund Pricing Group PIMCO | tastie | 1 | 3 years 7 weeks |
It's finally happening. Gas producers are starting to crack.
With the natural gas to oil price ratio running at a nearly-unprecedented 21-to-1 ($86.80 per barrel for crude versus $4.12 per mcf for gas), gas producers are throwing in the towel. And switching over to the "dark... Gas Producers Go to the Dark Side | oilprice | 1 | 3 years 7 weeks |
Anyone seen this? http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/acc/1676665721.html. The update is a classy... Class craigslist posting | ReeFKiLL | 8 | 3 years 7 weeks |
Wondering how does group placement day works at a BB. My BB has a full day event dedicated to "group placement". Can anyone shed some light on how the placement day works, and how to be selected to the group that you most wanted. (not necessarily the top groups, just group that you... How does group placement day works at a BB?? | 12345678 | 4 | 3 years 7 weeks |
I need to know associate relocation bonuses for class of 2010. Please share or PM me.... Associate Relocation Bonus | IBD4PE | 0 | 3 years 7 weeks |
Specifically non-NYU students?
I submitted my app over 3 weeks ago and haven't heard... Anyone get NYU housing assignment yet? | AstonMartin | 1 | 3 years 7 weeks |
I found this sweet site that cataloged some of the hand signals used in the pits by different exchanges.
http://tradingpithistory.com/gallery/2/prices_quantities/
You should check out the signals for the brokerages . . . particularly DB's and REFCO's. Brilliant.
... Pit Hand Signals | smiths429 | 3 | 3 years 7 weeks |
I just received an offer to be general counsel for a small golf training aid start up. I know the CEO and, in the golf instruction/training space, he is as legit as it gets. I have been at a big law firm for a very short period of time and have IBD aspirations. But the money from this new venture... Will this kill my chances? | carl spackler | 14 | 3 years 7 weeks |
What kind of computers do investment banks... Computers in IBD | future-ib | 17 | 3 years 7 weeks |
I never thought I would actually get a chance at trading/finance considering I attend an institution that has an average business school at best (but a top 15 accounting program). I made a connection at my current internship and I have an in with a boutique bank in the Southeast.
Question: i... Senior In College- Analyst Position for Boutique | southernstunna | 10 | 3 years 7 weeks |
Hey guys, I wanted to see what you thought about this. I'm currently deciding between three offers: UBS Healthcare Investment Banking, Intuit's Financial Rotational Development Program, and Mercer's Human Capital Consulting Analyst positions. I'm personally interested in a... OFFER DECISION: UBS Healthcare VS Intuit CorpFin VS Mercer Consulting | Kikuichimonji | 23 | 3 years 7 weeks |
Does anyone know anything about or have any insight on this firm?
It is in Austin, Texas.
I've recently submitted my resume and got called for an interview but know nothing about it aside from what is on the website.
Thanks.... Kershner Trading Group | VGR | 3 | 3 years 7 weeks |
Can someone explain project finance and the exit opps in the... project finance | 12345 | 2 | 3 years 7 weeks |
Just trying to get some vernacular down. Is pwm a fancy term for financial advisory? When people mention getting pwm internships is it the same as getting an internship with a financial... PWM | shep | 6 | 3 years 7 weeks |
Hey guys, I'm hoping to get some input on a second option for my undergraduate degree. Currently I'm in line to get a finance degree with a math minor. I'm hoping to stay out of the job market an extra year and I'm looking at picking up another option, either IS or Accounting.... Help me pick a second degree option | wallkillranger | 3 | 3 years 7 weeks |
Hey guys,
My friend came to me for help for an internship opportunity with equity research at Oppenheimer. I am going into S&T and I do have equity experience, but my application is much more statistical and short-term rather than fundamental. I was just going to give him a very... Equity Research Help | pey3 | 1 | 3 years 7 weeks |
Imagine you are in your late 40's or entering your 50's, you had a great career (a fruitful 20-30 years) you have a nice house, cars, money saved up, kids on track, so basically nothing really to worry about. You wanna enjoy life, travel, but still wanna do some interesting work, that... 40 hours jobs that pay well...when you are "old" | IBWannaB | 17 | 3 years 7 weeks |
Sorry guys, but didn't get a response to this question last time, but am curious if any of you have experience in the area...
How do banks cross-sell to the same clients? For example, if a bank has a hedge fund client on the equities business, but that client doesn't do business with... Boosting Revenues at Investment Banks? | chromedrim | 0 | 3 years 7 weeks |
I know there is an old thread of boutique investment banking firms in SF and I was wondering if anyone had an updated list? I figured I might as well do some cold calling now and hopefully land an interview somewhere (sophomore). Might as well, considering my backup will be making cold calls for a... Boutique Firms In SF? | accountspayable | 2 | 3 years 7 weeks |
How long into investment banking do you plan to retire and with how much... Retiring | future-ib | 4 | 3 years 7 weeks |
I work for an asset management firm that has $750 mill under management, and am in a junior portfolio management role. I've passed LI of the CFA. We are a small group, so I am very involved in all aspects of the business (research & analysis, modeling, trading & portfolio... Salary questions and negotiation | bucky6225 | 6 | 3 years 7 weeks |
I know this might be simple, but I am confused.
1. When you do transaction comps, does EV = purchase price? (assuming acquiring 100%). If not, what's the difference between public and transaction comps?
2. When we spread comps, do we use historical or projection data?
Thanks in... Comps questions | tbcthk | 5 | 3 years 7 weeks |
Ok time for another question about reneging. I recently took a new job - within the past month. Now I have an interview somewhere else that I would probably ditch the current job for.
How much info should I disclose to the interviewer about my recently new job? Should I tell them I got it but... Potential reneg situation - strategy? | MarginCalling | 1 | 3 years 7 weeks |
Can anyone tell me what type of company (ltd etc) I need to set up in the UK to invest in property? Myself, several family members and close friends are all looking to invest in some UK property and I was wondering what the best way to do this was - Bear in mind that everyone will be investing... Starting property fund - UK | coffeebateman | 0 | 3 years 7 weeks |
I'm in my 2nd yr at UofM Ross's evening MBA program. I decided to go the PT route b/c I cant afford to not work while in school...plus the income I would have given up would have been relatively substantial, especially last yr (I work for a mortgage company and last yr was a great year to... P/T MBA program...how is it viewed vs a FT program? | dshin525 | 5 | 3 years 7 weeks |
Okay, not really. But there were plenty of <em>unemployed</em> bankers<a href="http://www.businessweek.com/news/2010-04-05/lehman-castoffs-sleep-on-sidewalk-seek-redemption-from-trump.html"> sleeping on the sidewalk in front of Trump Tower</a> hoping for a shot at... Homeless Bankers Sleep in Front of Trump Tower | Edmundo Braverman | 8 | 3 years 7 weeks |
I'm a double major in Music/Economics and also have an Accounting Minor. I'm currently in a very difficult accounting class as part of my minor, and possibly looking to make it Pass/No Pass. I'm allowed to take one class Pass/No Pass for the minor and this would definitely be the one... Making a class Pass/No Pass | New007 | 4 | 3 years 7 weeks |
I was curious to see what everyone's favorite Whiskey/Scotch is. Personally, I'm a big fan of Johnnie Walker Black (haven't had the blue), Lagavulin (great single malt), and of course Makers Mark (classic).
Include the price per bottle if you know... Favorite Whiskey/Scotch | Boutique Banking | 42 | 3 years 7 weeks |
i read that citibank has some sort of manager training program where they rotate around to different sections of the bank from teller to acct manager etc etc. is this an undergraduate position? it seems like they career track you for greatness(i know i know its not ib/consulting) but it cant be... citibank manager in training | Cmoss | 3 | 3 years 7 weeks |
I am a sophmore looking for a summer internship. Ive never really had to interview before and am not totally sure whats appropriate. For example... I have an informational style interview with an associate of a family member at his office. It's really casual in the sense that I'm hes... Interview Attire | cyoung33 | 4 | 3 years 7 weeks |
I received my sign-on bonus and relocation last week for FT Associate starting this year at a NY BB M&A Group.
40K Siging + 10K Relocation = 28K after taxes.
By my monkey math, that is exactly 44% in tax with-holdings.
44%??!?!?!?! Seriously?
Well, to all the people who will be... I'm doing my part to fund the Healthcare Bill | 99isNot100 | 10 | 3 years 7 weeks |
I was talking to one of my friends who works at FTI about maybe pursuing a position with them. He told me an alternative would be looking for a position within the Special Assets Group at Bank of America (where I currently work).
I am not too sure on exactly what this group does. I was wondering... Special Assets Group, Bank of America | BankerC159 | 0 | 3 years 7 weeks |
Hey,
Anyone know what is standard time off between the 2nd and 3rd year as an... Time off between 2nd and 3rd year | ap | 2 | 3 years 7 weeks |
Im trying to budget my money for the summer and I was seeking some info on over time pay. Im working equities S&T at a BB. They said in the offer packet they pay half time for any hours over 40 a week. Now Im guessing I will work 12 hours a day on the equities desk? 6am to 6pm. So 12x5 is 60... Overtime Pay Question | ccameron3 | 16 | 3 years 7 weeks |
In light of the number of manufacturing and goods producing jobs lost in America over the past decade, it’s no wonder why many in Washington and on Main St. are clamoring for a trade and currency war with China. The raucous has grown so loud that Congress, Treasury and the Commerce department may... U.S. Will Lose a Trade War with China | oilprice | 0 | 3 years 7 weeks |
I just finished reading a 144-page document from the Committee of European on ways to prevent market abuse.
The paper discusses myriad ways regulators can browbeat listed companies into following disclosure rules. Basically, it's 144 pages on how to force people to tell the truth.... The Ultimate Truth on Preventing Market Abuse – It Can’t be Done | oilprice | 0 | 3 years 7 weeks |
So I was just reviewing my likely options upon graduation the other day, and it got me thinking about whether there may be careers that could allow me to transition from a non-target school to a BB/or Buy side trading position. (I realize that trading is a very specialized skill that is hard to... Best Transition Career for Trading/ or FE Masters programs | halamadrid | 0 | 3 years 7 weeks |
So I go to a top 20( Business Week rated) undergrad B-School, GPA of 3.8 and starting in a BB operations 2 yr program. Haven't taken my GMATs yet. I could only get middle/back office interviews but nailed everyone and got offers. Ultimately I want to do REAL work on Wall Street, not middle... What to do between Now and Applying to B-School??? | catalyst03 | 1 | 3 years 7 weeks |
Anyone going to SF for this summer? I'm looking for a male roommate(around June 12th to Aug 15th) so let me know if you are interested.
Since most banks are in the financial district, I searched couple options including some aroudn north beach. Two people can def lower the cost... SF summer housing | bosearphone | 0 | 3 years 7 weeks |
hey folks. have a dilemma, need some opinions:
currently work as a money market trader at a small european bank in NYC. potential for landing a job at a high-quality BB's private bank. from what i gather, i'd be setting rates (giving bids) on deposits at the private bank.
i'm... BB PWM vs small S&T ? | TomNext | 3 | 3 years 7 weeks |
I understand it is extremely difficult to compare these banks without specifying groups but I was wondering if the pecking order is similiar to US (that is, GS > MS > JPM). Any thoughts ? Which groups at these banks do you consider to be the best in Europe (London-based)... Pecking order in Europe - GS/MS/JPM | Avenger | 2 | 3 years 7 weeks |
The question that I have is my own, but I think it would apply to other users of WSO as well...
I'm from Sydney, in Australia. I'm interested in doing an internship at a hedge fund in London, NY, Chi, LA or possibly Asia. It doesn't have to be a big-name fund, and I'm cool if... Looking for (unpaid) internship | eba | 4 | 3 years 7 weeks |
Just out of curiosity, what's the view on the different Private Wealth/Private Banking Firms out there nowadays from fellow chimps in the industry? Any different in US, EU, or Asia? It would be interesting to see esp. with the new BAML, MSSB, Nomura and Barclay's purchase of Lehman, and... Private Wealth/Banking Rankings among peers? | IronkidMS | 1 | 3 years 7 weeks |
I was recently offered admission into LSE's MSc Regulation and Management of Risk ( risk management) and Imperial College London's MSc Finance program. I think in the UK both schools are considered top schools but i'm not sure how employers in North America think about these 2... LSE (MRR) vs Imperial College London (MFin) | jvan | 6 | 3 years 7 weeks |
What car should I buy (or lease) for next year. This car must be:
If I buy it outright:
< $20K used
Preserves value relatively well
If I lease:
just not very expensive; comfortable
Any initial thoughts on the best deals out... Cars | jnr | 25 | 3 years 7 weeks |
I'm a sophomore at a target trying to decide what to do this summer. So far I have internship offers from a small PWM firm and one in the finance/treasury division in one of the smaller fortune 500 companies.
I guess my question is, if I want to eventually go into ibanking and set myself up... PWM or corporate treasury internship? | Breezy | 6 | 3 years 7 weeks |
I have a couple interviews coming up one with a no name boutique IB vs Lowes Business development. Which would you... IB vs business Devlopment | BudFox24 | 1 | 3 years 7 weeks |
Met this guy through a good friend of mine. He graduated wharton last year, and got full-time offers from blackstone PE, citadel, bain capital, lazard, goldman sachs TMT, and some more that i'm forgetting. probably the most impressive offer list of anyone i know.... Impressive offers | Derivatives | 12 | 3 years 7 weeks |
Hi all, there are lots of threads here about the salaries, interviews, etc., but I'm curious if anyone who is actually a consultant (or knows 1sthand) can shed light on the things that you get after you are hired? (just to give a bit more concrete info to imagine what the life is like, and to... any details of the toys/perks that consultants get/use every day? | kepler1 | 11 | 3 years 7 weeks |
Was wondering if any recruiters from any BBs will be there? I am looking to spread around my... Spring Break 2009 Jamaica | laxn103 | 16 | 3 years 7 weeks |
I attend Oxford by way of Columbia.
I fancy elegance and refinement; I hold dear beauty and charm and all that is exquisite in life, for I am a gentleman and a man of letters. I ask that my ensuing prose be pardoned, for I am afraid the subsequent is an aberration.
I got laid in Paris this... A lighthearted sexual aside | Dave baby | 14 | 3 years 7 weeks |
PRIVATE EQUITY IN SAN DIEGO??? ANY... PRIVATE IEQUITY IN SAN DIEGO | xXRAINAMKERXx | 4 | 3 years 7 weeks |
I have 3yrs of experience at a midsize (by today's standards) mortgage fund. Needless to say, it's been 3yrs of bad bonuses and flat salary (not the best timing for getting into the industry). I work on the investment side of things and I'm feeling pretty stuck. The fund isn't... 3yrs exp at a midsize fund, what to do next? | dubs | 5 | 3 years 7 weeks |
Hello,
is there a big difference between typical hours worked at a Toronto US BB office versus the same level (analyst or other) down in NYC? I would imagine it is much less (60-65 hours for a Toronto... Toronto BB hours | bankster | 7 | 3 years 7 weeks |
It's always been my goal to do IB, but I ended up in IM ( Think BLK ). If I spend around 4-5 years there, work hard, and manage to make associate can I pull off an MBA which is decent enough to get me into... IM to MBA School | EnteringRealLife | 0 | 3 years 7 weeks |
First off, I'm not from NYC
I live and work as a first year analyst in a big city, yes, and it isn't cheap; however, it ain't anything like NYC...
Discounting my bonus, I am currently saving approximately 45-52% of my after-tax income, which I think is considerably higher than... How Much do you Save? Seriously | HomerS | 7 | 3 years 7 weeks |
Everytime I see someone relate the 5K to a marathon, I just think of Mr. Piper Jeffrey Chiang.
Is this some sort of problem I have? Do you guys have the same problem too? When people mistake the 5K for a marathon?
I'm not really mocking my friend, but it just brings me the memories... Jeffrey Chiang's 5K Marathon Lives on! | PA | 2 | 3 years 7 weeks |
SEMS Internship (Search Engine Marketing Specialist)
Location: Beijing
Company Description:
The company is a local travel agency based in Beijing. It works directly with local guides, drivers, and venue managers to provide quality services. It provides quick responses to and assistance in... Job: SEMS Internship (Search Engine Marketing Specialist) | 0 | 3 years 7 weeks | |
Solar Energy Internship
Business area: Solar Energy Industry
Location: Beijing/Intern Mongolia
Company Description:
The company is one of the oldest and largest solar contractors in China and is a full service, sales and installation company with experience in all aspects of solar technology... Job: Solar Energy Internship | 0 | 3 years 7 weeks | |
Solar Energy Internship
Business area: Solar Energy Industry
Location: Beijing/Intern Mongolia
Company Description:
The company is one of the oldest and largest solar contractors in China and is a full service, sales and installation company with experience in all aspects of solar technology... Job: Solar Energy Internship | 0 | 3 years 7 weeks | |
Tele-Marketing Assistant
Business area:Finance/Banking
Location: Beijing
Company Description:
This bank is one of the best international bank in the world, which has over 1100 branches and outlets located in over 46 countries. The extraordinary growth of its markets and businesses creates... Job: Tele-Marketing Assistant | 0 | 3 years 7 weeks | |
Trip Adviser
Business area: Consultant/ Tourism
Location: Beijing
Company Description:
The company is a local travel agency operating in the area of reception of overseas tourists in China in such destinations as Beijing, Xi’an, Shanghai etc. Since its establishment in 1997, the agency has... Job: Trip Adviser | 0 | 3 years 7 weeks | |
Hey I am a sophomore at a top target with kinda low gpa (< 3.5) mostly because i screwed up on general education classes (those not of my major, taken only for the sake of graduation). In fact, my gpa within major is more than 0.4 units above my overall gpa. I was originally looking into IB but... Sophomore summer still nothing | 19thave | 5 | 3 years 7 weeks |
