Highest Ranked Comments In The Last Year

+1 Did anyone get PE HireVue? I've heard Infra and PC came out. ibmonkey27
+1 I think that they should rest Mahomes all of next year, tank, load up on young talent, and shed existing bad contracts, then go for Act 2 of Mahomes' career starting 2027. anonymous investor
+1 For the Niners if they can squeak out a win against the Eagles are going to be in great position going forward because Warner would be able to come back for the divisional round, I really like their coaching but that Eagle mvpdicee
+1 First class will be the current sophomore class, so summer 2027. Intern in HF - EquityHedge
+1 Multiple Veritas offers out anon857
+1 Yes, there’s a very high chance at least one or two MFs continue interviewing. On-cycle is usually several days of heavy activity (usually like ~3-4 days total), not just a single day either way. Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+1  There’s no perfect job, they  are all jobs.  Some of them get much more enjoyable as you go up. Find something that pays well and has a future  WestCoastChimp4521
+1 Michigan and Cornell are so different man.  Also don't know what were you thinking when you said move Stern up and Cornell down, which different perception based on this forum too. VP in IB - Gen
+1 Hey- wondering if I can connect with you OP regarding how you were able to lateral so quickly. Hope all is well _frodo_
+1 Basically yeah. Based off people I’ve talked to, it’s more of a hybrid between corporate banking and IB, but it’s pretty deal-driven. GrassToucher
+1 Is there one hirevue if u apply to multiple IB offices? Or one hirevue for each location reddragon881
+1 Good guess. It has been genuinely so bad (even for government standards) that I’m rerecruiting and looking to break ASAP. Analyst 1 in Consulting
+1 Got 1R NYC RX burgermeister
+1 Curious to know why they like it so much? In late stage interviews with them, people I’ve met there I have liked but more details on the overall culture, WLB, etc would be helpful. Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 Got hv for ny jordanjordanklay
+1 Tbh, she sounds solid but you don’t sound like you’re ready for a serious relationship. You have a chance to make a really good decision. Sigma.Batman
+1 thanks for asking, had the same question Prospect in IB - Gen
+1 The guy who quit his VP job in 2012, bought a distressed self-storage facility in a submarket everyone laughed at and now spends his Tuesdays playing golf while a lean team of three manages a portfolio that yields more per DEVMGMT Consultant
+1 No way it’s actually 140/300 get be/bb right?? that’s insane if true Intern in IB - Gen
+1 Hearing Apollo filled all seats Summer Associate in IB-M&A
+1 Honestly used to be concerned about it but we’re already starting to see the “productivity gains” at my BB lost with more “creative pages” as MDs are insistent we show clients we “did work for them” in meetings. Associate 1 in IB-M&A
+1 Haven’t asked / don’t think it’s right to? Is that normal to do so? Investment Analyst in IB - Gen
+1 Did striking out in those on cycle processes hurt your relationships with HHs at all? analyst124
+1 What do u think happened? Just not prep well enough? Anonymous Monkey
+1 You guys have it all wrong… the Tokats and Natarajs are the Tim Duncans of IB. They’re consistent. They close deals. Everyone knows they’re damn good at what they do. Analyst 1 in PE - LBOs
+1 Thanks for the insight — I totally agree. Tools like Cursor save me a significant amount of time and labor cost, effectively replacing the workload of several staff, though everything still requires manual review. kardycui
+1 Kinda seems like it was built out of the logic from Baly’s old sub unit that hired college grads as associates for the larger structure. Analyst 1 in HF - EquityHedge
+1 Anonymous Monkey: Haven’t asked / don’t think it’s right to? Is that normal to do so? Intern in IB - Gen
+1 It was a targeted operation against someone who was indicted and had a $50,000,000 price on his head. Big difference between removing him while leaving the rest of the government intact and invading Iraq.  GordonGekko87
+1 I would be wary about the new opportunity  It’s very strange to wait 4 months then even more strange to give you this negative feedback  WestCoastChimp4521
+1 Nomura GT should be at least 2 tiers higher than rest  Intern in IB - Cov
+1 congrats on pwp Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+1 Do LevFin groups typically hold pen to model (compared to Coverage bankers that often originate the client relationship)? Importantly, how can you tell if a LevFin role will be fruitfully analytical / model facing? wetlamplord
+1 Very doable. Have seen analysts at smaller GE platforms do so. MF Growth arms also doable.  Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 As an AN1 I'd think being the smart guy is a nice gig. Whats the alternative you're suggesting? wetlamplord
+1 I am not sure about warwick PPE, don't see many getting into ib on linkedin. Given that the class size is 500-600 people, placement seems limited IB1234522434
+1 Isn't LSE recognised as more prestigious? LBS is obviously very prestigious but I feel the name carries less weight. Might be wrong though, tell me. Either way two great programs for sure. goriecs
+1 Probably do better diligence next time, some of the issues you mentioned should have been caught before you joined and should have been red flags. Investment Analyst in AM - Equities
+1 2 of my friends did bsc at Warwick and one is at at BB and the other at EB Associate Director in CorpDev
+1 Do you have any idea how many super smart, hard working, pedigreed HF folks there are that have cycled through 3-5 different firms across 10 years? It’s a brutal work life unless you’re in the top 5% of talent. Principal in PE - LBOs
+1 EVR TMT is not even a thing — wdym? Incoming IB SA NYC
+1 The situation hasn't really changed: a dictator is replaced by another (same party) dictator. 8'Banana_Stacker'2
+1 Bit skeptical of this chain as I am at an UMM that supposedly "gave out offers" and we have not even started interviewing yet. Looks like there is one account spreading misinformation... Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+1 bump anyone hear anything? Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 You are aware oil on Earth will be gone by 2070 (even including untapped reserves), right? 8'Banana_Stacker'2
+1 They filled their class? Intern in IB - Cov
+1 In france lazard and Rothschild run the show, although less dominant than before. They're the ones with long standing relationships with cac 40 firms. Louislegrand9
+1 Have you considered doing M&A at a portco? ozobdeclown
+1 PM me Associate 1 in ER
+1 Very very prestigious in continental Europe, especially France. They have dominated league tables in France for years and are second after GS this year. pitchdeck
+1 Lift a few days a week and hit 10k steps a day and eat more protein. way more. You can easily lose this weight and recomp. Cut out alcohol entirely too until you're at a healthier weight. Raijin
+1 How’s the pay in London? Associate 3 in IB-M&A
+1 Wow. Very helpful response and super insightful. Thanks for that. Sounds like if I land it I should definitely take it. Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 Ummm not sure though as TOEFL is graded out of 120 and with 112 I check all the boxes of every program around the world. The requested score for TOEFL is 100 for LSE/LBS and 110 for Oxford (highest in the world). goriecs
+1 Agreed.  If you're on a call with attorneys or GC's or lenders, and you're getting out of your depth and it's a bit wonky/esoteric, chatgpt (or alternative) can give you an explanation in 30 seconds vs. asmith_1
+1 read it 7 yrs ago, don't remember, just know it was the most complete career finding article I've come across to the point that since then I've never read any other GS under Blankfein
+1 No problem, hope the interview process goes well. Remember that every team is unique and I am just one data point, so culture may vary by group. Associate 3 in CorpDev
+1 Blacktiger Managing Director in IB-M&A
+1 bills rams SB MnIGuy
+1 It just becomes hard to stay in consulting and banking after awhile. If you aren't being promoted the attrition or lay offs will get you. Manager in CorpStrat
+1 This clearly shows me you know basically nothing about med school applications. My wife is an NP, or at least was until we had our second. I went to a very pre med school in the south. usernameladiesman217
+1 I don't disagree with your point but we see this in the US as well so it's not relevant to the thread.  Intern in IB-M&A
+1 Drake "Drake Maye" Maye Fast and Fiduciary
+1 Accepted KKR offer just now Business School in Non-profit
+1 Are hirevues only out for IB or are they also out for Asset and Private Wealth Management too? dolphin1812
+1 Hard to tell if you mean a real 6.5 or a soft 6.5, closer to 7. I go by raw scores, not 5 is average and 6.5 is a bit above. 5 is chopped to me, 6 is just a bit better. Raijin
+1 Recruiting has already kicked off, with some offers already being sent out. Incoming Analyst in IB - Cov
+1 Just an analyst here but second this. In this seat for a bag time, not a long time. Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+1 happened to everyone Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+1 I have done WSO, WSP, Training The Street, and BIWS. I personally found the BIWS course most helpful, quite ahead of the rest. xwavzevwaewnsfdmvg
+1 while we're on the topic of "not helpful"... Prospect in IB - Gen
+1 Got a text asking to specify between CLT or NY office then a hirevue yday badburi09
+1 RBC AS2 Mid (think it was #2 / 5) 350k all in pretzelsandbankers
+1 All good, nah I just wanted your advice since u seem to know the groups well. I'm split honestly between M&A, LevFin, FIG, & Industrials rn for placement, which I know is obviously a broad mix. mdmonkey324
+1 email me at [email protected] waccAF
+1 This is correct. CFDF and non CFDF below CFDF:Sources:Equity investment: 51.6New Debt: 40Existing roll: 19Total Sources: 110.6 SolvencyGod
+1 They are perfecting workforce housing via cookie-cutter garden buildings, GC buying power, and cheap internal capital. No outside equity or debt, but no GP equity or big bonuses either. RE Pirate
+1 I try to abstract the lease of every deal we do, no matter how small. CRESF
+1 I'd prob go LevFin, then FIG, then M&A, then Industrials. LevFin and FIG are historically strong groups. M&A is good just for the skills you build. Industrials deal flow isn't amazing right now. Works at Wells Fargo and Company
+1 . bankingcy
+1 what is the point? it will be the lowest of all banks like every other year. Analyst 3+ in Private Credit
+1 LO is hard enough as is, but this sounds like a dumpster fire in the makings if not already. Start planning to leave now.  FriedMonkey
+1 It might not be bad, but it's definitely not a great result given the difficulty of the test. whwhwhu
+1 yes you are right tbf I did the TOEFL without prep because I was very confident and was quite surprised by the format of the speaking section. goriecs
+1 Totally agree. That was my experience too. I ain’t AN1, just keeping low profile. More like senior VP. As a resources banker, the interviews were walk in the park but now the visa process is a bitch. Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 DEI Becky triggered ^ Intern in IB-M&A
+1 From interviewing:  Next
+1 Says who? People who have a monetary vested interest in that being true? PEarbitrage
+1 I think we should distinguish physical vs. paper to unfold that. You'd be surprised to see how much more directional a paper trader's mandate can be in these phys shops vs. that of a physical trader. thelad
+1 Reach out to smaller boutiques. If I told you that you had a guaranteed offer to a boutique without knowing which one, you would instantly start sending out emails. pitchdeck
+1 GSAM and MSREI both cut their internship programs due to the economy. GS has openings for their affordable housing team but will be extremely competitive to land Prospect in RE - Comm
+1 Has this on cycle only been for first years? I’ve been in touch w headhunters for 2months now and got nothing but MM and corp dev reach out this week as a second year Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+1 There's a lot, but some bigger ones I can think of off the top of my head: NextEra, Invenergy, Avantus, DESRI, Longroad, Intersect, Pattern, EDPR, Clearway, Arevon, Copia Power, Cordelio, Brightnight, Innergex Director in CB
+1 So long as it’s a normal colour (black, navy, etc) and it’s actually cold outside I don’t think anyone cares, esp since it actually provides utility. Recruiter in CorpStrat
+1 Overall agree, but imo Rates (maybe excluding repo/etc) better than FX for point (1). Rates more likely to get book/defined ownership (e.g. bobzen
+1 I'm not familiar with the UK market but depending on which megafund for PC your WLB could be just as grindy. VP in PE - Other
+1 Unfortunately, I do not believe the world needs billions of people either. I disliked the conspiracy theories about population reduction, but when one looks at the impact of humankind on the planet...it looks bad. pjm.priv
+1 Appreciate the perspective a lot of great points.  Intern in IB-M&A
+1 Upgrading to T2 would not be a non-negligible improvement in my opinion. Oliver Wyman, LEK, S&, EYP, Kearney, Roland Berger.  Analyst 1 in Consulting
+1 Am I cooked if I didn’t get hv? bruhboneguoh