From Credit Rating Agency to Equity Research - how common?

I've seen the discussion in other part of the forums, but I wanted to see what people with insight into ER think about the exit opps from CRAs.

It's one of the big 3 firms and an analyst position for the financial institutions team. How good are my chances of moving into ER after 1-2 years? Do I have a better chance of going into FI research? I know networking and being proactive is important, but how common is the switch?

Thanks

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Some input on this would be very appreciated!

My worry is that if I go there, there is no turning back to equities. But at the same time I'm desperate for some analytical/modelling experience...

 

Well, it is always easier to move from credit to equity than the other way around. With a CRA position you will learn the fundamentals of the company/industry which would be helpful in equity research. The modeling will probably be less intense but you can work on that on your own time.

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