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Isn't the IB arm being carved out to First Boston? If that successfully happens, you should be fine. 

 
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Ahh I see. Looks like it isn't planned to happen until late 24 or 25. 

I mean you still have the offer and can sit on it. What I would do is still apply at other banks and start networking. CS isn't an easy offer to get by any means, so you'll have that at your advantage. I also don't think letting them know about your CS offer and why you are even looking for another bank would hurt your chances... everyone is well aware what is going on there and the uncertainty. 

I think most people will be understanding. If they aren't, you should feel a sense of comfort because do you really want to work with someone like that? 

 

Despite all the bullshit going on, CS' IB division is no slouch and incredibly competitive. It's a signal to employers that you're competent and able to do the work at the highest levels. Their IB arm will be separate from the shitshow that is CS so I wouldn't be too worried. Would definitely recommend you start networking just in case.

 

Not the guy you're responding to but can't they expedite that process?

Similar to SVB Securities which is continuing to chug along?

 

In the same boat man. Investment Bank will likely be divested by UBS. I think it's time to apply to Big4 and consulting, I highly doubt I'll get any FT role in IB in this market.

 

UBS will acquire CS IB and layoff more than 6-70% of the workforce according to financial media. Those cuts however may not come before end of 2023 or 1Q 2024 for new analysts. There are no lateral ops right now. The market's already being flooded with applicants from CS. I suggest as first years, you keep your heads down, recruit aggressively as soon as you hit the desk and lateral to another bank. You might not have the luxury of 2 years that analysts at other banks get before they jump to the buyside

 

Source on the 60-70%? Only saw up to 30% of the 120,000 person investment bank part of the business from the most recent FT article. Not saying you’re wrong, just can’t find anything with those figures right now

 

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