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Every single intern there is a major nepo or a woman and/or studying something completely irrelevant. (Intern class) Is NBF catching up to Scotia?
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Based on previous WSO threads, National Bank Financial (NBF) has been mentioned as a smaller player compared to the Big 5 Canadian banks (RBC, TD, BMO, Scotia, and CIBC). While NBF has been growing in certain areas, it is not yet considered on par with Scotiabank in terms of deal flow, brand recognition, or overall market presence, especially in investment banking.
Regarding the composition of their intern class, it's not uncommon for banks to prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in their hiring practices. Many firms, including NBF, are actively working to diversify their workforce, which may explain the perception of a focus on women, underrepresented groups, or candidates with non-traditional academic backgrounds. However, this doesn't necessarily reflect the overall quality of their hires or their ability to compete with larger players like Scotia.
In terms of catching up to Scotiabank, NBF still has a way to go. Scotiabank has a more established presence, stronger deal flow, and a broader international footprint, particularly in Latin America. NBF, while growing, remains more regionally focused and niche in its operations.
Sources: https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/investment-banking/best-ib-groups-in-canada?customgpt=1, PNC to acquire BBVA's U.S. Operation - A sign of things to come, RBC is NOT a BB. Change my Mind., Is Wells Fargo poised to become the next BB?, A banking survey of Alaska
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