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Not sure about this current first year class if that’s what you mean. The departing class had 2 CD&R, Apollo, Carlyle , Sycamore, Sumeru, Bregal, and some MMs that I know of. Had A2As in many groups as well, people don’t believe it but yes people truly do stay on here. In terms of banking culture, probably the best you can get.

The types of analysts who go to PWP as well that I know are the complete opposite of those who prep senior year of college and are sold on doing on cycle day 1. Not really as prevalent a recruiting culture as other firms. Seniors are supportive, but many analysts arent gung-go about it. Opportunities definitely are there for those who want them.

 

TPG as well

I guess it’s a good thing the people here I met were all pretty chill. Like maybe I’ve worked in shitty environments but do they even pitch a lot vs. moelis or other volume focused banks? I never see them doing much sponsor back stuff 

 

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