It seems that almost no one mentions HSBC on this site. Considering the size of their balance sheet, why aren't they given more respect? Looking for insight towards work life/hours/culture and pay/exit opps (specifically in M&A or Lev Fin). Are they considered an EB, MM, maybe lower-tier BB?
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I hear they use Tide pods when laundering money
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