As the title suggests, I am wondering what proportion of your time in IB is spent exclusively on M&A related work, relative to the other traditional responsibilities of an investment banker (IPOs, capital raising, advice on RX and divestment).
Any and all information welcome. Also interested in the extent to which this differs by firm, and level of experience.
Thanks.
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