Goldman Sachs CMG
Does anyone have insights on the cross markets group at GS in terms of deal flow, work-life balance, and reputation?
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Goldman Sachs' Cross Markets Group (CMG) is a relatively new IBD group that focuses on M&A and financing transactions, primarily targeting middle-market (MM) companies. Here's what you need to know based on the most helpful WSO content:
Deal Flow:
Work-Life Balance:
Reputation:
Overall, CMG is positioned as a solid group within Goldman Sachs, especially for those interested in middle-market transactions and strong deal exposure.
Sources: Goldman Sachs' New IBD Group, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/investment-banking/2017-investment-banking-report-8-key-trends-to-know?customgpt=1, GS Cross Markets vs RBC, Thoughts on Barclays in 2020, London IBD Cultural Differentiators between GS/MS/JPM
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Dealflow is good, but reputation is kinda low especially in the eyes of others at GS / GS alum.
Thanks - Do you know anything about comp and exit opportunities? I know the group is pretty young, so it might be a small sample size.
Yep. Small sample size, but historically exits have been worse than other groups at GS but on par with decent groups at other BBs.
In terms of comp, not too sure but would assume same base and maybe slightly lower bonuses.
Thank you for the valuable insight, incoming 2026 SA.
Any actually informed people have thoughts?
It's GS dude, just fucking take it
(not as GS)
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