Boutique HF vs BB research vs BlackRock FMA vs BB sales

Curious about your opinions on the below opportunities for someone whose career goal is to become an investment analyst with his or her own coverage at a prestigious buy-side (Fidelity, Balyasny, BlackRock) in 5-10 years. Which one would you choose?

Boutique HF: ~$20B family-style growth equity HF

BB research: ER at one of the top shops (GS/MS/JPM) covering a tech-related sector

BlackRock FMA/PAG: Could it open the door the BlackRock PMG?

BB sales: cash equity sales at one of the top shops

Thank you!

 

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