GS IBD Group Culture 2026
Anyone has insights on the current state of the various classic IBD groups?
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Based on the most helpful WSO content, there isn't specific information available about the state of Goldman Sachs' classic IBD groups in 2026. However, there are some insights from prior discussions:
Cross Markets Group (CMG): This group has been highlighted as a major focus for Goldman Sachs, with significant resources allocated to its development. It targets mid-market sponsors and PE portfolio companies, offering juniors strong deal exposure, particularly in Europe.
Coverage Groups in 2023: Previous discussions have touched on NYC groups like TMT, FIG, Industrials, Consumer Retail, Healthcare, and Real Estate. However, no detailed updates for 2026 are provided.
If you're looking for the latest insights, engaging with recent WSO threads or reaching out to current professionals in these groups might provide more clarity.
Sources: Goldman Sachs' New IBD Group, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/investment-banking/citibaml-or-gsms-ny-for-ibd-sa-2021?customgpt=1, Top IBD Groups / Firms 2020 (Exits), Goldman Sachs IBD Industrials M&A Group London
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SF is brutal
how brutal?
for all groups? or just tmt
heard TMT and Healthcare had a mass exodus. does that just make group culture even worse?
no such thing at TMT lol
SF TMT and HC are both awful, but HC probably a little worse due to facetime culture
Can you elaborate on this?
how is sf tmt?
why?
Anything on IND
The only way you’ll get a break as an analyst or associate in that group is to have to go on medical leave. Not exaggerating. Beware.
Assume no protected Saturday?
DEL
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Really really toxic
average night is 3.30-4.00am. Occasional 6am night, If you have a 8.30am meeting, need to be on again
How do people survive this without like collapsing, no way this is true
following - curious about capital solutions group / financing.
So I'm guessing AI hasn't helped all that much? Form what DJ D.Sol is letting on publicly I would've thought every analyst has their won Matrix like NeuroLink socket in the back of their skulls.
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