Best Books for Hedge Fund Interviews

I'm an IB Analyst who is currently looking to make the transition to a hedge fund. I'm looking for a new book to read that would help over the more technical side of HFs as a way to prep for interviews rather than a book that goes in to anecdotal stories or history of HFs. Does anyone have any suggestions?

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Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are some recommended books to help you prepare for hedge fund interviews, focusing on the technical side rather than anecdotal stories or history:

  1. "More Money Than God: Hedge Funds and the Making of a New Elite" by Sebastian Mallaby - This book provides a primer for the hedge fund industry, including key players and significant deals.
  2. "Flash Boys" by Michael Lewis - This book explains the rise of High-Frequency Trading and how exchanges work, which can be useful for understanding the technical aspects of trading.

Additionally, for a more comprehensive preparation, consider utilizing the WSO Hedge Fund Interview Course, which includes guides for technical interview preparation and stock pitch preparation. This can be particularly useful given the competitive nature of hedge fund recruiting.

Sources: Hedge Fund Careers: Getting a Hedge Fund Job Out of Undergrad and Beyond, Preparing for the HF informational interview, Reading List for the Incoming Analyst, Best Books To Read For Incoming HF Analyst, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/investment-banking/what-is-the-best-book-to-get-ready-for-interviews-in-restructuring?customgpt=1

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