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On a more serious note, it depends on what you're looking for (e.g., culture, compensation, industry exposure, exit opps, etc.). Moelis and PWP are both great banks (Moelis especially so if you are interested in RX).

EBs will pay much more (GS discount is real). Exits will be good at all of these places. It's probably a bit easier to get into a MF from GS / MS / PJT / EVR if that's what you're looking for. LAZ / Moelis analysts also frequently place into top MM/UMM funds (don't really know anyone at CVP although I'm sure their exits are also solid and their comp is top of street).

If you don't think you want to stay in finance long-term, places like GS / MS / JPM may offer slightly more security. At the end of the day, these are all great banks to start your career at.

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