Highest Ranked Comments In The Last Year

+4 Really, really can’t thank you enough for this informative answer. Have a couple of qs on the back of it if you don’t mind.  Associate 2 in ER
+4 "Lucky punch thrower" to describe the best defensive/counter striker.  "Big dogs" to describe a convicted fraud turned prolific snitch.   Get this retard an Op-Ed column CharlesCheese
+4 Its hard for people to remember you if you are a generalist on the buyside. A lot of buyside analysts are sector specialists, whether its tech, industrials, consumer, financials etc. kil
+4 FINRA Publishes outlines on the SIE and Series Exams. I cannot link to them, but If you google test FINRA Outline, the first link should be the correct one. PeRmAnEnTiNtErN
+4 methinks you know nothing about the south if you think nyc cool translates to southern cool, but will let you find that one out the hard way. Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+4 You aren’t cut out for this. Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+4 I work in Infra PE and they are considered very reputable, with sell side on some high profile deals. So, I’d say one of Nomura’s strongest team if not the strongest.  Associate 1 in IB-M&A
+4 Do you really want to work there if someone doesn’t like that you worked at a Life Co? Looking for a job is about finding the right fit & culture. pudding
+4 You should spell out more clearly your priorities and what you like as well as goals (and other stuff like Visa) / what is “home” and where you’re planning on moving when you say you want to be closer to family Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+4 At least you don’t seem entitled like the other person who didn’t get a return and posted here. That’s a good start. Reach out to all MM and whatever “lower tier” banks are hiring for full-time. Associate 2 in IB - Cov
+4 It's your traditional Big Four integration/separation/M&A operations group - these have existed for a long time. Projects will likely fall into a few different buckets: Canadiens16
+4 TLDR. Stopped reading at "Non Target" Tulaner
+4 This is spot on. I’m at GS/MS/JPM and have never thought I was above MM firms. In fact I imagine juniors at MM firms have done more deals than me at this point and may be able to run a process better than me. Associate 2 in IB - Cov
+4 In place yield, or at least an extremely clear path to stabilized strong yield, is necessary on anything. Multiverse
+4 Yes you can transfer. You can do it in 1 year or 10. I’ve seen it all. I did if - went Leasing broker to life co acquisitions to PE firm and now at a developer. All doing acquisitions and now acquisitions and development. pudding
+4 I’ve combined 10 years experience at 2 of GS/MS/JPM/EVR/CVP/UBS FleeClashFoe
+4 There's too much A2A churn which explains why there is MBA hiring....  Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+4 Comments like these just show how much this website loves to hate on BofA...im not saying its better than Lazard at all, but saying you would "make fun of someone" working there is the most performative comment I have ever Intern in IB - Gen
+4 Boi if u don’t get ur ahh back to 550 s tryon rn - Prospect in IB - Cov
+4 Nice try M&A group placement recruiter.  Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+4 Agreed that most commissioned sales people would love the freedom at a non bank (though that freedom can also result in fraud as we have seen in the last few years) and their income potential might be capped at a bank but Director in RE - Comm
+4 If you know you want to go to the buyside: you kind of just have to do it, for most people it’s a 24–36 hour sprint. Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+4 Off the top of my head: Blackstone, Ares, Starwood, Brookfield, Harrison Street, PGIM, AEW, Tishman, and Bain all have internship programs and give returns.  CREMonkeyz
+4 I joined knowing full well my odds of being a VP were slim to none but wanted the excellent training this place provides either way. Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+4 Intern in RE - OtherIs this not a breach of confidentiality? Unless that person has been public about looking for new roles... IsItREPE
+4 Ex-WF here, not mid-cap I would say Mid-Cap is a very relaxed group that provides a decent learning environment. I'll say though, there are two main issues with the group.  privatecredit1
+4 Analyst 2 in RE - CommHow much do Corp finance types make at these mreits? Assist. VP in S&T - FI
+4 I’ll throw in my two cents as someone who worked there: it’s still a solid bank, even if it’s not what it was historically. aftermath53
+4 Ex-WF IB Analyst hereHave heard the following: M&A tends to be really work hard play hard (music in and grind), IND and REGAL pretty fratty. C&R tends to be pretty chill.  privatecredit1
+4 What about these (idk what to call them) banks like Gordon Dyal and M. Klein etc? Yea they pay really well, but what else do you get out of being there? Analyst 3+ in IB-M&A
+4 Analyst 1 in IB - CovMind sharing what you are doing now after WF? Did you lateral to another bank  privatecredit1
+4 Adding some additional context- have been doing development for coming up on a decade. CRE Mamba
+4 Had a similar process and team meal (though lunch v. dinner) at the end. It was the final round for the overall process. Investment Analyst in HF - Other
+4 I got into all 3, hence why I wrote Wharton. HBS/GBS were far and away my top choice. Fanofoutcomes
+4 Let’s stick to US investment banking, because the actual results make your defense look remarkably thin. Associate 2 in IB-M&A
+4 No it doesn’t. If anything the alleged r*pist is white, should they stop hiring Epstein crew then  VP in IB - Cov
+4 Recent CMU alum here. Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+4 Very heavy on being personable, but far more important is demonstration of genuine curiosity and teachability. BBG STRU Enjoyer
+4 30 is definitely a different age as 2 years more out of 5 of experience are clearly a significant step up. Yet, if we just count the income (gross) for 6 years of experience I struggle to see a 1m net worth.  Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+4 Citizens of a country don’t have a monopoly on their own country? LOL Sounds like a lot of cope from a non-US citizen. Kick rocks Associate 3 in IB-M&A
+4 I genuinely can’t understand how they thought this was a good idea. how could you not think you’d get roasted by the entire Internet? There’s no upside to this shit.  Devils Advocate
+4 Why would you write GSB/HBS/Wharton ? Associate 2 in PE - Other
+4 Everybody saying bofa is trying to actively sabotage your comp/career Research Analyst in Research - Other
+4 Emory’s placements seem good on the outside but in reality pretty much all EB/BB placements are nepo or diversity. Prospect in IB-M&A
+4 All you peasants must work for Emperor Trauber and H1B Commander Mo Leghari  Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+4 you lack integrity and you can't seem to understand risk-reward either. This isn't pretending you read Hegel on your PS. Outright lying for something that doesn't even move the needle....  anonf0fty
+4 Intern in IB-M&A Chimp2Ape
+4 UCLA grad here now working in IB. chimp1213
+4 Claude Design dropped today actually, might solve part of this for you. Research preview on paid plans, powered by Opus 4.7, exports to PPTX or pushes straight to Canva. Dr.Leigh
+4 ^Additionally, I've included below a link to the data-driven rankings I put together in the biotech and broader healthcare space with some useful commentary, as well as recent links I was able to find about the state The_Biotech_Banking_Expert
+4 At this point in time, I am not so sure anymore. I used to downplay the effects of AI but the recent work outputs have been pretty nuts, tbh. Associate 2 in PE - Other
+4 Analyst 1 in IB-M&AWhy avoid HIG? Is it because it’s sweaty? No, everyone you work with will hate you, including the sellside. VP in PE - LBOs
+4 OP here. Stayed away from recruiting. Told HH I will be traveling for 1-1.5 years and temporarily deleted my LinkedIn. Hired the best lawyer possible. Acquitted of all charges. Got my records expunged. VP in Private Credit
+4 great post  Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+4 this is not a unique issue. everyone has experienced this at least once and usually the next thing you'll run into is the sweatiest deal of your life where you beg to be back in the position you are currently in. Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+4 The risk management gap you flagged is actually where the most interesting work is happening, and it's underrated. Dr.Leigh
+4 Yeah this was a good laugh but these guys getting potentially fired over simply being cringe would be ridiculous. yopierre
+4 These guys should be SALUTED for finally bringing some aesthetics and glory to a hated-on profession. Why cower in fear as you are abused at 80 hour weeks and not even allowed to speak up in meetings? analyzinganalyst
+4 Vandy undergrad is not a “target” since there’s no business school or finance major, but it still places plenty of kids in IB each year. VincentChase
+4 Thank you Intern in IB - Gen for your perspective. More than likely this is some sweat trying to force it to kickoff as early as possible. Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+4 gru_from_despicable_me: A7858
+4 Anonymous Monkey: This is like dating a man Correct Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+4 Just prep your deal walkthrough and tell me about yourself. Maybe read up long-form news on companies / economy (seekingalpha is good for this). Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+4 This is a no brainer. Accept the offer you have in hand, especially considering it is an MBB offer. RCJ92
+4 usernameladiesman217: The_honorable_JP
+4 It's Goldman, the bonus is the name. Prospect in IB - DCM
+4 I think AI is an interesting and useful tool, like the calculator or the typewriter.  It will make some people's lives/jobs easier, and automate away some fields. Ozymandia
+4 So gay I can’t believe this is what you do in your free time dantheman_1_01_01
+4 The reality is, the vast majority of open FT slots in the fall are going to people who did summer internships in IB but didn't get the return offer. Dr. Rahma Dikhinmahas
+4 Typical DEI Becky has offers from MS and GS but can’t tell the obvious sarcasm when told to pick RJ Anonymous Monkey
+4 You can move from Commercial Banking to Investment Banking or Capital Markets. It is a common shift. You need a clear plan and steady networking. khan.mmua
+4 My top concerns with AI are NEVER addressed in comments/posts like these.  user_5991
+4 That’s a pathetic reality, then Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+4 Sonny LoSpecchio Ozymandia
+4 Damn this is exactly my fear. I thought about deferring in the hope that the market improves sometime in 2027/2028, but it doesn't seem like that's a viable option. Associate 3 in CorpStrat
+4 This is a total old man yelling at the kids on the lawn post. I was based in NYC as an analyst at a BB, but I was mostly staffed on international deals. TechBanking
+4 You’re so retarded 😭 22_22_22
+4 Hey! If you’re set on Zurich, staying at Bocconi is fine — aim for summer internships, then off-cycle/intern-to-full offers. A master in St. andrevc
+4 You make some decent points here but you’re also over indexing to certain outcomes too. Investment Analyst in HF - Other
+4 The forums can make SS ER sound worse than it really is. andrevc
+4 Dude u can be the pope, why you wanna do finance atp nooneinparticular
+4 It was a ridiculous case, anyway. First, why even apply to investment banking roles, if you have that need? The hours are notorious. And Centerview? Come on. Also, her associate made a valid point... ib298535
+4 At a MM so there's some irony in my answer, but for your goals I'd take the LO. Having mentors in the space, the teaching quality is better in my experience IF you want to be fundamental investor. Emerging Monkey EMBA
+4 all due respect but there's 1000 firms like that. those are all good qualities but don't necessarily drive differentiation Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+4 I’m aware that top analysts in those two sectors pull down that kind of money. But how many analysts fit that criteria (i.e. top ranked in biopharma and tech)? Maybe 15-20 analysts across the street? BabylonLine
+4 LOL at the mental model that leads to thinking: “I don’t know if I have the guts to quit IB” (low risk tolerance / professional courage) + Principal in PE - LBOs
+4 Bump did they come out? IBGigachad
+4 Dawg this is Wall Street Oasis, go to reddit or something Intern in IB-M&A
+4 It is very curious how large swaths at both extremes of the income/wealth spectrum have subscribed to this. And lo and behold, the working/middle class take it on the chin again. VP in PE - LBOs
+4 Yes and your wife identifies as Melania. Wake up Mr. McDonalds  Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+4 It is the BofA playbook after all. Moynihan tells us how it was an amazing year with record profits, then we get shit bonuses due to a challenging market… wtf? Associate 1 in IB - Gen
+4 Interviewed there a few years ago. Was not impressed with anyone I met throughout the process. Based on my conversations with them they came across as more sales-y and lacked sophistication. VP in PE - Other
+4 ICE will recruit you back to Canada  Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+4 Been there. interned at a $1bn macro fund in London before going into macro MM HF.  Emerging Monkey EMBA
+4 Congrats on H1B! Intern in IB - Gen
+4 Nobody really knows; not looking great for some of the horizotal software names these PE companies own that don't really have any barriers to entry or diffrentiation. Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+4 UBS has none of that, stfu ai slop Associate 3 in IB - Gen
+4 ESCP > SSE >> RSM >>> Bayes SSE is vastly superior to RSM and Bayes.  Intern in Acct - Audit
+4 Can you point to anything that shows the world gets angry if the USA doesn't intervene? moneymaker03
+4 Corporate Banking, Capital Markets (DCM, ECM, Syndicated Finance), Venture Capital/Growth Equity, Structured Products, and even Commercial Banking (relationship management or client facing product groups) if you can positi VP in CB