Highest Ranked Comments In The Last Year

+3 There’s groups in banking that don’t sponsor visas and there’s groups at some banks where 25-50% of the employees are on visas where they favor hiring foreigners over Americans. Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+3 Interesting, I suppose the likes of Laz/Roths/Moelis have some catch-up to do with market leaders Evercore. Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+3 Congrats on RBC Intern in IB - CB
+3 I don't have any stats, but there are a bunch of people every year coming out of Big 4 advisory groups (including TAS) applying to business school. It's almost a median background at some programs. Associate 2 in IB-M&A
+3 Not sure what OP ended up doing but your father is right. When it comes to working in international locales, the experience you build in the US is critical. Moonshallow
+3 Always remember if it's not in writing, it's worthless. Even if the PM seems ethical and like a good person, always ask for a written agreement, it's standard practice. AretePursuit
+3 Most arrogant and entitled group of people I’ve seen in banking. Everyone I chatted there apart from one guy was a complete prick Prospect in IB - Gen
+3 I'm sorry but there's no way any of this is true. What IBD ED has time for this shit nutmegger189
+3 overlevered is probably the worst out there. ibvine is probably the widest. marginofalpha is probably the deepest/most technical. IMO just get ibvine and marginofalpha Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+3 *Truist Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+3 I went from BB analyst to LMM assoc at a tiny firm, and it was great. I eventually left to start a company, but if I hadn't I'd probably still be there. TechBanking
+3 This is a good start I guess. Would be nice to see more LPACs take an aggressive position here. Whatever funds are telling you in fundraising and annual meetings is not accurate. Principal in PE - LBOs
+3 Congrats on UBS! Associate 3 in IB - Gen
+3 Trump is a corrupt liar who promised in 2016 to “end forever the use of the H1B as a cheap labor program” and require hiring American workers first. Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+3 I agree ppl really do not think about the ultra low liquidity of the LO job market vs HFs and SS ER... Associate 2 in ER
+3 Thanks for the additional context on your clients' inappropriate interactions with you. I'm sorry that happened, it sounds terrible. That said, I have no idea what this has to do with anything.  Determined
+3 VP in IB - GenRandom and non-leading question but how do you and your family typically spend December 25th  Managing Director in IB-M&A
+3 Finance at top firms might be the 2nd most brown person job outside of tech including at the senior levels. So many South and East Asian MDs both in the UK and US (UK is mostly South not as many East). Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+3 Hedge fund-of-funds: Business core. Burke
+3 If the sole reason is to read in bed/commute and you want the ease of access and portability, mini would be good. sjfel
+3 Depends on your EQ/IQ or qualitative/quantitative factor. I've done both the exciting VC side and the snoozy debt stuff - really depends on your personality. monkeyvjit
+3 I don't work in this space nor in HFs, though I do enjoy "value investing", or maybe more correctly, fundamentals-based investing, as a hobby, so take this with grain of salt. TheFunkyMunky
+3 I don't view any of the three firms you listed as particularly strong healthcare investment platforms but they have all successfully created an aura over the years and sometimes, that's enough.  Moonshallow
+3 I mean, isn't better WLB the entire reason to exit to corporate? PeRmAnEnTiNtErN
+3 I make 150k base as AN1 at Left Lane CEO in Research - FI
+3 I might be dated but was in LevFin during my analyst days few years ago (now in PE at a MF as a mid-level professional) CS wasn’t the only team that was not execution focused only. Associate 1 in PE - Other
+3 Former PM ($1B AUM) here. You're right to be skeptical of Option 1. stockpitchlab
+3 The tragedy of learning how to ride a horse, but being too poor to stable one. undeveloper
+3 That’s fair feedback "hitsamty and I’ll take it in the spirit it was intended. dyer0018
+3 Happy to help you out!  Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+3 My school had a UBS placement! Intern in IB - Gen
+3 also zips car wash went to 0. Ivanti is marked as a good deal since they got cost back, but I would be dubious how the remaining value in that company based on how the debt has traded.  VP in PE - Other
+3 I talked about rich piana now I’m an md  swe2ibd
+3 Agreed that JH is less than impressive and that they shit the bed with guidance in 2019 but what is the rumor regarding atria revenue management? Analyst 2 in RE - Comm
+3 Better because you can control them better. Can give worse bonuses and attrition rates are lower because they end up being “stuck” Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+3 bro said evc anonwsouser123
+3 where is DBO Piper bbb___
+3 Hi Intern in IB - TreasI highly recommend reading "Digital Infrastructure Industry Update Q2 2025" by Houlihan Lokey for a great deep dive on the current industry and recent deals globally. Luke.F
+3 Hello fellow org dweller Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+3 First point isn’t true, she didn’t want to join the CEO office (explain why she resigned then…). Intern in PE - LBOs
+3 This is through the grapevine, so take it with a grain of salt, but founder, Charles Brindell, sold all/a big chunk of his equity stake in Mill Creek. RE Associate 1
+3 Think that’s part of the issue. These teams are often lean enough and working so hard that it’s pretty easy to notice when someone’s consistently not at their desk for long periods of time. Investment Analyst in PE - LBOs
+3 Kind of untrue. Distessed credit has had some of its best years in a while in 23/4/5. Bunch of funds that have done well over 25%-40% annualized (gross of fees) from 23 to now. Managing Director in HF - Other
+3 Dr. Rahma Dikhinmahas Ozymandia
+3 I'm just curious why would UBS ever need to discriminate Americans considering they are infinitely better cultural fit than kids from Asia + likely better language skills? Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+3 If you are okay with starting over (even better if you can transfer directly to year 2) I'd say graduating from IE or ESCP would give you a slight but more than marginal edge over Manchester which is a non target. Lorderic
+3 Why is no one outside WSO talking about this  VP in IB - Gen
+3 Absolutely do not go to bank of america over citi. Analyst 3+ in Private Credit
+3 I think it depends a lot on end market (e.g., healthcare services roll-up versus SaaS versus industrials). SaaSChimp
+3 Yeah I’m an A2A at the same firm.  Exactly what you’re talking about.  I have a close relationship with a Director and MD at my firm who request me for everything.  I essentially only get staffed with them. Associate 1 in IB-M&A
+3 Sorry man you're cooked. My advice is to drop out and start trading crypto to make some real money unlike this IB bs.  monkeybanker223
+3 This isn’t 5 years ago - these kids were high school freshman then and assuming these Vandy bros didn’t go to high school in Edison - I suspect this is 2 years old action (and they were also 18+ adults who might have even Teller in IB - Cov
+3 We have uncapped hours shits literally free money lmao, ubs unironically paradise in top group Intern in IB - Gen
+3 1. Retrospectively, what would you have done differently during your years as an analyst? Anonymous Monkey
+3 50% at RBC in Toronto Anonymous Monkey
+3 At JP/Citi/BoA/WF it is literally impossible. I work at one of these banks and don’t even have access to other industry vertical drives, but you think I can somehow look up anyone’s bank account?  Associate 1 in IB - CB
+3 To be honest - I agree it’s not their job but it’s shit service what they’re doing. I really appreciate spec sales people that actually sit there and tell me their views on stuff. Analyst 3+ in HF - Other
+3 There doesn't seem a logical reason for you to be doing this. You have an MBB offer. People go to the top unis to to get into MBB. professional.form.filler
+3 I’m not sure if anybody has already added, but i guess that everyone who applied got the interview and then that invite to some type of webinar where they basically said that you’ll be doing free work up to September while alexandrembf
+3 Should've mentioned yotalks or keenanrmalloy wetfartlover
+3 What is something (project/skill/understanding) that I can do right now during my 2nd year of college that would help me land an internship or job in ER/AM? Anonymous Monkey
+3 Love the enthusiasm! You could start tracking a few companies and share your thoughts — that’s always a great way to build your skills. Anonymous Monkey
+3 Gents my apologies for the delayed update here, got caught up in a few different threads (some sell side advisory side projects, some buy side advisory side projects, got incredibly sick for nearly a month, etc). StillNomad
+3 Finance news outlets / websites. VP in IB - Gen
+3 Thank you for the shoutout Jack!  cha.chimp
+3 Hey retard, you're on Wso, the user is called LongShort Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+3 It sounds like you have an answer already in your head that (a) Oxford is the most prestigious university globally and (b) that purists will only view undergraduate education as prestigious. PEPrincess
+3 Agree. The comment above is also correct regarding large managers with distressed/opportunistic and CLO platforms. There are many examples were "distressed" positions are originally purchased near par for their CLOs. Associate 1 in IB - Gen
+3 DEI bad, now give me SB Intern in Consulting
+3 Focus on verticals and subverticals within your sector (consumer, tech, etc) know what moves your sector, understand the top names like the back of your hand, know the bottom pile and why they are getting beat (i.e. Art_Vandelay1
+3 . Analyst 2 in PE - Other
+3 A Phd does not equate to investment banking experience. Einstein is probably more intelligent than 99% of Associates, and would not get in higher than An1. No level of education equips you for knowing how to model, fast. BananasIBMonkey
+3 Can being hot make up the Semi-target - Target Gap RestIess
+3 It’s not uncommon for operators to swap out property management companies. If it’s a big client that fired them - then yes that’s no bueno, but they are big enough to recover. MultifamilyGuy
+3 . theone777
+3 Run tha score up YN…ya got to play to win…or risk losing it all… richieefflee
+3 It is also worth highlighting that the distressed teams at CLOs are essentially just workout guys. Principal in HF - Event
+3 Assuming you’re a guy… get shirts from Charles Tyrwhitt - they’re decent quality and cheap on promotion. Stick with blues and whites. Incoming Analyst in IB-M&A
+3 Investing heavily in IB under Fraser/Vis which seems to be paying off. Ranked 4th globally in M&A fees and 4th in EMEA IB fees in 2025. VP in IB - Cov
+3 AI slop needs to be a bannable offense  Principal in HF - Event
+3 Not trying to be a prick here, but I consider almost anyone who "made it" impressive. Real estate is a make it or disappear type of industry, and no one knows who the crash outs are unless they crash out majestically. CRE
+3 Please don't comment on an illness you know nothing about, like an expert. ADHD is a spectrum; people are affected by it at different levels. Yes, many people could be diagnosed, but it would be mild. BananasIBMonkey
+3 ultimately always depends on the class of girl your looking foreconomically impoverished women, yes you are cleaning up. Heck some pakistani has 4 wives working as an uber driver Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+3 Do you want to be part of creating a mass surveillance state and kill people? If not, FX.  Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+3 I’m sure an H1B with an accent will have great odds at winning bake-offs in the US Prospect in IB - Gen
+3 This group was disbanded Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+3 Not even. Bro hasn't even gotten through AP Calc ffs. Still a fucking sophomore Trader in HF - Other
+3 It feels like private credit is getting to a point where a correction is more likely than not. When that happens, you’ll really see who did their due diligence and who was under pressure to just put money to work. LevFin Lab Newsletter
+3 Breaking Into Finance Prospect in VC
+3 You’re not a failure, the business just legitimately sucks at this point and the worst part is it wasn’t always this way and doesn’t need to be. Take a day go do something physical in nature. guyfromct
+3 Any role not oriented to trading P&L generation doesn't necessarily require passion: fundraising, legal, back-office, etc. MMPM
+3 Maybe I just need a little hope in the form of someone else’s success/win, but can anyone who has actually RECEIVED some sort of somewhat meaningful incentive comp outside of Base/Bonus (carry/promote/cut dev fee). Developer in RE - Comm
+3 Not a clue. You'd have to ask another group lol Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+3 Extremely sweaty, 90-95-hour work weeks are the average, and 100+ hour work weeks are commonplace as well. Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+3 I'd say: Recruiter in CorpStrat
+3 Also, a lot of people have DM'd me on when I plan on refreshing the ranking, I plan on doing it near Dec. The_Biotech_Banking_Expert
+3 congrats on lazard Associate 2 in IB - Cov
+3 No, think no. VP in PE - LBOs
+3 yes was in stern. You will still prob get a few chats but people will be less willing to bat for you. Clubs are a de facto requirement for Stern recruiting. I hate the system, but it is what it is. Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+3 I wouldn't say S&T is "easier" to break in. It has less spots and less applicants so the rates should be similar.  qualea