So what do you know about the company?

I wanna know what everybody thinks is the best answer to the above question. It's a pretty straight forward question but what should you really say. You only have a short amount of time to reply to the question, so you must be brief. What parts of the company should one focus on when asked the question in an interview?

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Here is my take:

  1. Company A's multiple is higher/lower than pure play sector comps.
  2. Recent significant news is positive/negative for the company. Add in your analysis.
  3. Stock price is justified/not justified based on above.

Assuming you have done your research.

 
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abstHere is my take:
  1. Company A's multiple is higher/lower than pure play sector comps.
  2. Recent significant news is positive/negative for the company. Add in your analysis.
  3. Stock price is justified/not justified based on above.

Assuming you have done your research.

I think the question relates to the firm you're applying for, not pitching a stock. Although telling a guy you have a negative outlook for the company you're applying for and think their stock price isn't justified could be pretty hilarious.

tuajhistory of the firm?

That's just blatant brownnosing, and all but one or two firms don't have enough of a history to even be worth mentioning.

you-down-with-SECjust spit out shit. Talk about how you feel you're a good fit for their culture (and specifically mention what their culture is known for), mention what they are leaders in (i.e. M&A, underwriting, energy banking, etc.) and what awards they may have recently won, what markets they may be entering/focusing on, & how they are positioned to their competitors

That's about what I'd say. I try to focus mostly on the culture - if they are known for being a particular way, highlight that as a source of similarity. If they're not, make something up.

 

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