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September 2026 Investment Banking

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  • Moelis & Company 01 98.9%
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  • Goldman Sachs 02 97.4%
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September 2026 Investment Banking

  • Moelis & Company No 99.5%
  • Morgan Stanley 02 98.9%
  • Evercore 01 98.4%
  • Banco Santander 02 97.9%
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  • Morgan Stanley 05 98.4%
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September 2026 Investment Banking

  • Vice President (16) $429
  • Associates (56) $261
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