Which industry and coverage groups have the worst hours?

I was wondering what the reputations of each groups' work/life balance are. I know that it will obviously depend on what industry is currently hot at the time, and what bank you are working for, but I was wondering on average which groups have the best/worst hours. For example, I know that typically Sponsors has the best work/life balance while M&A has the worst. Does anyone know about the other groups?

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M&A in general has a reputation for long hours, but so does Health care, Tech in Cali, and individual groups at banks. You would be much better off asking someone who works at the bank in question, or providing more information.

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