May 19, 2019

Advice for Incoming ECM Banker

Hey guys, I'll be starting in an ECM group at a BB after doing my SA stint in a LevFin group. Which skills should I be focusing on to make sure I can hit the ground running in my ECM group? Which valuation techniques are used the most?

Would appreciate feedback from anyone in ECM. Thanks.

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Curious on why Lev Fin to ECM?

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Also wondering about ECM as well. Particularly in Canada though (I assume you're in NY) - can anyone provide colour?

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