To those who work in IBD, do you guys buy stocks?

To those who work in IBD, do you guys buy stocks? And why?

Are the list of prohibited firms very restrictive? Or do you just not have time?

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“He was very thorough in his feedback and gave sample ways to answer each question so that I could better understand the framework, what points I should emphasize, and how to structure my ideas clearly and concisely. Rather than simply telling me what to change, he explained the reasoning behind his suggestions, which helped me understand how to approach similar questions on my own. He also took the time to really understand my background and the story I wanted to tell, and then helped me weave those experiences into my answer.”

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I don’t buy them because I have to ask permission for everything (even outside coverage sector) and have to hold them for at least 30days

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