D1 in Miami?

Has D1 started operating from Miami already? Are there analysts / PMs working from there full time?

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Based on the most helpful WSO content, there is no specific mention of "D1" or its operations in Miami. However, here are some relevant points about the finance and investment banking scene in Miami:

Investment Banking: Almost non-existent in Miami. There are a few boutiques to intern at, but not many of these turn into full-time offers. There are shops in Ft. Lauderdale, Boca Raton, and West Palm Beach that recruit for full-time roles, but it's need-based, so no guarantees the timing will work out.
Private Wealth Management (PWM): You'll have a legitimate shot at all of the top banks if you're interested in PWM.
Corporate Finance: Many companies have their LATAM headquarters in Miami. There are solid companies that recruit at the University of Miami, but the pay in South Florida is relatively low considering the high cost of living.

For more detailed and specific information, you might want to check the latest threads or discussions on Wall Street Oasis.

Sources: University of Miami (FL) MBA: The Rundown, Moving To Miami, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/investment-banking/what-schools-do-ib-firms-in-miami-recruit-from?customgpt=1, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/school/university-of-miami-fl-mba-the-rundown?customgpt=1, PM / Sr Analyst at MM HF to LO PM -- doable?

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