Highest Ranked Comments In The Last Year

+1 Anyone referencing deal flow is a dumbass. This is prestige only. This is completely accurate. MAYBE, you move JPM below the EB’s, but that is it. Associate 1 in IB-M&A
+1 Anonymous Monkey: UBS is like being in a doctors waiting room, except you’ll never get called and you’ll never close a deal KageSelly
+1 Because they have the best IB platform in the world, allowing them to dominate in every sector, product, industry or geography. Incoming Analyst in IB-M&A
+1 Who is your broker? If it is a reputable bank, you can get access to their sell-side research platforms for free. Investment Analyst in HF - EquityHedge
+1 Partially dependent on city, but I'd decide not to live with parents. When I worked in NYC was a dude on my team always leaving stuff early to catch the LIRR back to his parents place. Intern in Consulting
+1 $120mm fund? I'd ask for a good reference  Principal in HF - Event
+1 Bloomberg by far. Lets you IB/chat with people you meet and building that network helps de risk your career HFPM15
+1 You’ve ignored one of the most important parts. How much equity are they giving you? Vest? Cliff? Works at Goldman Sachs
+1 Heard returns were dog****. Surprised Coutue is taking him back VP in PE - LBOs
+1 For those new to PE that not familiar with the landscape, Apollo, Cerberus, GIP, One Rock, HIG, Stonepeak, Platinum, etc. are known to have terrible culture and they're joking about good culture above Tommy-Cruise
+1 Can you just post the source? shamoneh
+1 The Vandal's Crown: How Rebel Currency Traders Overthrew the World's Central Banks odog @digitalimmortality.com
+1 You can learn them by doing interviews at banks and going to them bro.  Analyst 2 in IB - Restr
+1 There is FIG corporate banking but you would be more generalist rather than focusing on AM/WM until you get to a senior role. Intern in IB - Cov
+1 -5% Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+1 Well, Oliver, if you can “get” an internship at GA - I would do everything in my power to try and convert that into a full time gig. KageSelly
+1 Upon further review of my statements I believe this is an unusual case where CoD outweighs Cost of Capital Prospect in IB-M&A
+1 crash out analyst lolz. Associate 1 in RE - Comm
+1 You know everything I know at this point, this was a year ago and not someone I’m that close to. I’d look on LinkedIn for past employees that departed recently and get their take. Good practice for any job fwiw. Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+1 Principal in PE - LBOs
+1 Why not take the internship and apply for jobs at the same time? Better than graduating with no job? terra879
+1 Look into taking sprint courses for easy gen ed classes gemmejob
+1 That's fair, and I agree it's better than graduating with nothing lined up. My main concern is more about the opportunity cost. yellowkneed
+1 If you want to work in PE, your choices are only HBS / Wharton / GSB. Booth / Columbia / Kellogg (to a much much less extent) will have you fighting for LMM scraps.  Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+1 I’m also still in college - I used to build computers when I was younger and remembered how HDDs were much cheaper than SDDs, so in early 2025 I began to wonder why people thought HDD demand wouldn’t be affected by A.I. Prospect in IB-M&A
+1 I had this happen and unsurprisingly the platform itself was an absolute disaster. Not sure what level you are, but you should absolutely campaign internally to get these things. Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+1 Much less important, demonstrating ability is the main thing Analyst 2 in HF - EquityHedge
+1 I can’t even tell if this is a shitpost or not. I get mine threaded every ~3wks. Looks great. VP in PE - LBOs
+1 No, maybe they wait until application period closes to review/send invites? funkymonkey18231
+1 How did you prep for your interviews? I'm coming from a less technical group and plan on going back to studying SA recruiting guides and modeling. Is there anything else you'd recommend? Prospect in IB - Gen
+1 I’ve been on this forum for 14 years  that's why I have bigger expectations from those like you than a simple "lol quit" GS under Blankfein
+1 Just have a girl do it for you, it’s normal war dog
+1 Yes, and also any case studies you may be asked to complete. Also in case it wasn’t obvious, luck plays a huge role too. Analyst 2 in HF - EquityHedge
+1 That seems like a really high starting salary for that role, I don't know how much more growth there is after that, but it starts pushing heavy into bonuses/commision from what I have heard from friends that do land acquis MonopolyMoney
+1 Thanks for insights. Congratulations on your HBS admission. princey.8999
+1 If you get an offer at any of the banks you’ll figure out and it will also save you time on wondering  Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 Would assume anyone doing an internship at an established fund before junior year has a strong personal connection. Analyst 1 in PE - LBOs
+1 This. Two founders at my firm have retained the overwhelming majority of the carry for the last 10 years while they spend the least amount of time working. Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+1 yes Capital of Structure
+1 The only thing I would ask my analyst to do is to maybe make an abstract for the operating agreement. larry david
+1 Getting ERO or fraudulent transfer questions as a 19 y/o isn’t inherently challenging just a mind fuck when you’ve been doing enterprise value and 3 statement accounting prep for months in your underclassmen investment clu somethingiswrongwithmyfactset
+1 what are hours like? Intern in IB- Mergers and Acquisitions
+1 Refer to everyone as Sir or Ma'am and if you use their names make sure you're using their Surname, not first names (Mr., Mrs., Ms., etc.). Do not make direct eye contact and only speak when spoken to.  Determined
+1 Bump Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+1 As someone who knows people who worked at both, I'd go with Bellwether. Both people I knew at Stockbridge left at the VP level as it became very top-heavy/crowded and less platform growth. goodL1fe
+1 Looks like late fall. Earliest think October. Expecting to be Nov/dec/Jan as per multiple HHs kdburner35
+1 bump Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+1 You can't live inside a stock, but you can certainly lend it to short-sellers and pocket a fee (this is a massive business, needless to say). MMPM
+1 Id assume he’d know what is needed for his fund to run. Bloomberg is always handy, even if you only have one. Assistant PM in AM - Other
+1 It seems they only took the advisory branch, not the investment management branch SMU Final Boss
+1 just dont be a bot bar is pre low Nurse Rahma Dikhinmabhatt
+1 HBS is extremely social. There is no GPA. You can make what you want of the academics. You are put into sections of 90 who you spend the whole first year with so you get a good bond. I’ve heard worse of Wharton. Associate 1 in IB - Gen
+1 Can’t really tell - guess I need more guidance on what to look for. For example, everyone’s work product looks great to me, they all stay late, they all joke around. Prospect in IB - Cov
+1 From my time interning, I would say depends on the office ofc. But in my office, did not matter if you were doing real work like a revenue build or CIM vs doing due diligence and redacting a pdf. Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 I overall agree with your take. Working at a large O&G PE firm, I’ve honestly rarely seen MS on any of deals Associate 1 in PE - Other
+1 He's definitely not hiring for any M&A roles, CIB/AWM sit in different arms of the bank. Sounds like you need to expand your network (through him) JamieDimonkey
+1 Really thoughtful question, and the shift from "what's cheapest" to "what were the actual trade-offs" is the right instinct — especially for fintech where compliance and security missteps cost far more than the hourly shawnyuan
+1 I enjoyed reading your tips because business travel usually goes much more smoothly when you focus on preparation instead of trying to solve problems on the go. smithjohn1
+1 That's actually exactly what I pitched re:PLAB, ACMR. That's super helpful context. Happy to PM you the pitch (and others) in case you're interested and/or hiring! Summer Associate in HF - Other
+1 After “Super Day,” interviewers immediately rank candidates for entry-level positions, and the top candidates receive a verbal offer within 1–3 days, after which the preparation of documents and background checks begin, a Tranpod
+1 I'd start by maxxing out the free resources including those from WSP, BIWS etc. Get hands on rosenbaum, there's free pdfs out there.  Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 Hey, former front office quant developer here. I help professionals with Excel, VBA, Python… you name it. Canary Wharf based. Let me know if you are interested excel.rescue
+1 I had a Jr year internship at a bank and I applied just as school was starting. Did not have previous cre experience or classes just applied to all sorts of internships and got a cre one first. Associate 3 in RE - Comm
+1 Tranpod: Street Smart
+1 thebrofessorfunny you should ask about friendships, I was thinking about this the other day lilboosie
+1 Can you please clarify you have a throwaway stop running.  Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 sent you a DM goodkidG
+1 One ultrawide for IBD, two for markets Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+1 . fTheVix
+1 Buddy of mine interviewed there recently. Definitely a stuffier shop for their size and mandates. VP in PE - Growth
+1 I've heard someone else recommend that, but are you concerned of just reaching out to someone on linkedin since they still may be close to people at the place you are interviewing with and report back to them that you are Analyst 2 in PE - Other
+1 As someone who is in one or more of these clubs & recruited with them, I would say chill. It's good that you want to be proactive, but coming across as a sweat is never a good thing. sass123
+1 We build our own models. Sell-side models are literally 500 rows with so many useless line items and impossible to even track. Investment Analyst in HF - EquityHedge
+1 Fantastic advise thanks! seekinthealpha1
+1 Hey, Summer Associate in HF - Other
+1 Absolutely - it's easy and shows you're prepared and think outside of the box. IB is all about repetitiveness. wallstreetwarrior1
+1 X smith532
+1 Based on the most helpful WSO content, JPMorgan does offer Off-Cycle positions for Investment Banking roles in London, but these opportunities are typically very limited. WSO Monkey Bot
+1 Agree, I work at a top BB in a top group in NYC and they are overrated. Join the group with the people you enjoyed speaking with the most. Culture above all. YesIAmWHO
+1 Okay so there’s your answer - take the job you were offered. patrick_bateman_
+1 What are they saying?  Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+1 Moe is complete satellite shop list inaccurate Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 A job is just a means to an end. Family first!! Best of luck with your situation Analyst 1 in RE - Comm
+1 From my past experiences and common knowledge. Yes If you ever have to ask a question like that there is something very likely wrong with you champ. The first step is awareness than acceptance and than fixing it. nachocheese
+1 Since you bring it up, most people and certainly analysts spend 100x the time on the model vs thinking about the right multiple and the chances of re/de-rating. MMPM
+1 Point has hands down worst BD in the business. Always be asking for more details about your team/strategy/pnl/colleagues and never be serious about roles. Analyst 2 in HF - EquityHedge
+1 IYKYK  Director in IB - Cov
+1 Their initial funds sucked but still raised money because BX. Current fund is going to be one of the most successful mf pools ever. Like 5-6x post fees. Have accidentally hit on a bunch of AI tailwinds. CPDDOUGH
+1 Based on the most helpful WSO content, here’s a breakdown of your questions regarding commercial graduate programs at major physical commodity merchants: WSO Monkey Bot
+1 Appraisal experience is highly valued for certain positions. Look into "Valuations Associate" roles at REPE firms. They are akin to portfolio management, which is arguably more coveted than asset management. Associate 1 in RE - Comm
+1 But the technology doesn’t go away just because the bubble might burst. hustle247
+1 I think it is entirely possible that the “ai trade” never makes anyone money but AI remains the most revolutionary technology of our generation. sappy
+1 I’m curious though would something like infra PE be in a similar category since it gives you ability to assess tangible asset prices thoroughly, while relying upon intangibles less to expand the business (brand image, mana Intern in S&T - FI
+1 Thank you for expanding nutmegger189
+1 Are you suggesting the WSO bot is useless and requires me to constantly scroll past large amounts of AI slop on almost every thread? acardboardmonkey
+1 Honestly I’d talk to your current bank and see if you can work something out with them. They may be willing to sponsor you if you’re committed to going back even if it’s in a different geo.  Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+1 I’m quite openly a (Yuge) supporter of the Trump agenda but this shit and the Iran war are objectively terrible. larry david
+1 Guilty as charged larry david
+1 We've been busy with a mixed bag similar to yours, plus some niche plays that aren't driven by cycles (affordable housing, etc.) and some fee developments. CRESF
+1 Sanest RX Banker Intern in Private Credit