RBC vs Nomura in the US?

I work in London, and just wondering for IBD in the US, which out of RBC or Nomura would you say has the stronger franchise / more prestigious?

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MMBanker14

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Based on what I've seen, I would say RBC.

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TXenergyIB

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RBC no question

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