Importance of Grade for MSc Fin

Hey there. Just wanted to understand your opinion on this. How big of a difference is there on a professional basis between passing with a Distinction vs a Merit when attending a top Master? Will MF PEs, and top BBs turn you down based on Merit alone? Thanks in advance

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