GS JPM and MS SF reputation

Any thoughts about GS WRA (not TMT), MS SF, and JPM M&A in San Francisco, in terms of exit ops, culture, etc? How does this compare to opportunities such as CS, BAML, Citi and Barclays NY? I've heard that GS NY, MS NY, and JPM NY is better than the ones in SF, but would you take an offer from these over the other bulge brackets if you don't have a preference for location?

Please feel free to address case by case. Thank you.

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JPM M&A MS Tech GS WRA

You need to look at deal flow, recent exits, and transaction complexity. Tech generalist or regional coverage will give you less technical experience given you will spend time on ECM execution, which is much more process related. Top notch M&A group amongst these top firms will open every door for you and lend itself to the best and most meaningful transaction experience to speak to, particularly as the M&A groups on the west coast run leaner than NY.

 

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