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Bulge Brackets in Chicago
One big concern with satellite offices is that they tend to be outsourced labor shops for NYC . This tends to be the case with the bulges. Could you guys provide some insight to these Chicago offices?
NYC Private Equity Recruiting from Chicago Office
Hey Guys, I am starting at a top Chicago EB as an analyst and was wondering what the NYC PE recruiting picture looked like for analysts in Chicago, especially in regards to mega funds. Is it possible to get into contact with NYC headhunters or is it impossible to land a spot coming from Chicago? Any...
Which schools place most effectively in Chicago?
Obviously Kellogg and Booth, and then I'd imagine Ross, Kelley, Mendoza. Does it matter which school you go to to place in Chicago, or do most top schools give you the ability to move there? Is regionality really an issue for placing? I see a lot of the alumni at major schools are in NYC and SF and...
2017 Chicago Analyst Housing Thread
Anyone looking for roommates in Chicago starting this summer? Saw a SF and NYC thread so thought it would be helpful to have. PM!
Outside NYC/SF, how would you rate cities for finance/consulting/corporate opps?
NYC and SF look to be the top placement cities for almost all the MBA programs. What other cities fall into the top tier of business opportunities for MBAs? DC? Chicago? Toronto? Boston? Dallas/Houston? Atlanta? LA? I am considering a relocation from western Canada and wondering if there is anywhere...
Moving from NYC to Chicago, advice on apartment hunting
All, In a few months I will thankfully be ending my stint in banking and moving to Chicago to start my PE role. Besides a quick stop to interview in the city, I have never been there before, and don't have a ton of friends in the region either. As such, Id appreciate any advice regarding living...
I did it ma! Hired at a Physical Commodity Merchant. Hyped.
2 years ago I read The King of Oil, as suggested by a WSO thread. From that day on, I told myself "I'm gonna f*cking do that." Fast forward to now. I'm a college senior and in June I start my career as a Trainee in the Oil Division of a Physical Commodity Merchant. It's like playing for the Yankees....
Has anyone heard of Auctus Group Inc (Chicago)?
Has anyone heard of Auctus Group Inc in Chicago? I recently found an internship posting there. -Judging from their website they are an IB and recruiting firm -Some senior bankers have real IB experience while some are random previous business owners Does anyone have insight? Are they legit?
Citigroup SuperDay Chicago 11/02
Anyone hear back from Citi IBD superday today yet in Chicago? They had a couple schools down so maybe someone can let us all know
Chicago Banks that Hire Sophomores?
Hi, So I'm currently a sophomore at Northwestern looking for an investment banking internship for next summer. I've applied to a few places that I know have taken sophomores in the past (GS, MS, JPM), and I wanted to know which other investment banks in Chicago have historically taken sophomore...
Top MM IBs in Chicago?
Ones that come to mind include Lincoln International, William Blair, and Robert Baird. Any other insights?
Notre Dame vs Cornell Johnson
Hello, I need help deciding between two schools for my MBA , I primary work in Renewable energy as an engineer, want to stay in Chicago and hope to find a job after the MBA in Chicago, this is the main reason I am considering Notre Dame vs Cornell. Would appreciate any information, for example would...
Tax Rates For Major US Financial Cities?
New York City 2.907%-3.648% New York 4%-8.82% (more tax rates at the bottom of the post) Do you all consider income taxes of different cities when considering living there? I've read before that when city, state, and federal taxes are calculated for a wealthy New Yorker, their tax burden is about on...
Restaurants in Chicago with good views
I'll be spending a week in Chicago during new years and I was wondering if anyone had any good recommendation with restaurants with a view. Similar to the signature lounge in the Hancock. Less pricey the better.
Chicago Buy-Side Recruiting, Coming from another market
Hey everyone, I'm a first year MM IB analyst at a Southern firm. I love my firm, but really look to get to Chicago for a buy-side opportunity, as I grew up around there and really want to end up back up there before I plant my roots somewhere. Interested in PE / HF at the end of my analyst stint....
Hedge Fund Analyst salaries in Chicago?
Assuming I do an M7 MBA --> 2 years as an Equity Research Associate --> L/S Hedge Fund Analyst What salaries + bonuses could I expect as a HF Analyst in Chicago?
How do I move my offer from Chicago to New York? Freaking out!
Hello all, I was lucky enough to receive a full time offer to a consulting firm but the office location was for my second preference being Chicago. However, I would really love to be in New York, is there any way to negotiate a change of location when accepting the offer? I have a returning offer...
Prop Trading - New 2015
Hi all, New to the forum here. Just had an interview with Chicago Trading Company for an internship that went well. Was hoping for an opinion on them? I know they're market makers and I think options trading sounds like fun. I want to know how their reputation stacks against Jane Street, Optiver,...
Best schools for Chicago banking?
Other than the obvious Ivies, Stanford, MIT, and Northwestern, what are the best schools to get into banking in Chicago? Seems like Miami U, UIllinois-Urbana Champaign, and Indiana top the list, but what others are there? Any opinions on this?
Stern ($100k-120k in debt) vs Northwestern (no debt) vs Cornell (no debt) [UNDERGRAD]
Hello, I'm a rising senior in HS, and this fall I will be applying to one of the schools above Early Decision. I'm trying to decide which would be the best option for me. In regards to an admissions viewpoint, I have an incredibly high chance at admission to Stern, with Northwestern and Cornell both...
Wharton vs. Columbia vs. Booth
Hi, I wanted to hear some opinions on these three schools for banking recruitment. I'm probably looking to do 2 years in Investment Banking in NY in a BB and then come back to Brazil to work in PE Megafund. Current BG is 2 years in ER at a local bank and 2 years in PE / Impact Investing The way I...
Chicago - Megafund placement
Hey guys, Seems like a lot of the Megafunds do not have offices in Chicago. Saw on one old thread there were two people fighting back and forth regarding this so I just wanted to settle it out here and see what the real deal was. Do top groups in Chicago frequently place Analysts at Megafunds? If...
Chicago SA to NY FT?
Hey Guys, I'll be interning in Chicago for IBD this summer. I'm not exactly sure where I want to work full time seeing as I haven't started my internship yet, but is it possible/what are the steps to intern in Chicago and then work full time in NY at the same bank?
REIT's located in Chicago
Anybody here have a list of REIT's with offices in Chicago? I know a few REIT's (Ventas, Piedmont, etc.) have a presence here in town, but I have not been able to find a comprehensive list.
Join me on networking trip from Chicago to NYC, I got RT $1 Megabus tickets
Leaves Thursday 3/5 11:59 PM, comes back Monday 3/9 2:30 PM. Accommodations not set yet. Poor as fuck so I'm reaching out to some friends for available couches, checking Couchsurfing, and possibly looking to split a cheap Airbnb space with someone. Message me, don't be shy! I currently have two...
Chicago WSO Meetup - 2/19/2015
Who: Financial Professionals and College Students of Drinking Age What: WSO Meetup! Where: Sweetwater Tavern, 225 North Michigan Avenue at Water Street (between the River and Grant Park) When: 6:30 PM 2/19/2015 (Thursday) Why: Meet your fellow primates. Also, because Cries has rightly called me out...
Introduction - Non-Target D1 Athlete, Entrepreneur, DCM Intern
Hey guys, I've lurked here before and thought I'd finally make an account. This sub-forum doesn't seem to get much traffic, so my long introduction might seem out of place. I'll go ahead anyway though and follow the custom of introducing myself.
Capri Capital Partners
So, I'm about to have an interview with Capri Capital Partner located in Chicago, Illinois. It seems like they have some good transactions in their portfolio with a good amount of assets under management. They have a good amount of experience in lots of major markets. Most of the management team has...
PEAC
Anyone have a Private Equity Association of Chicago contact? Have sent multiple emails to their generic gmail account and gotten nothing. Any help is much appreciated.
UBS IBD Chicago Superday (1/16/2015)
Anyone attend the UBS Chicago superday on Friday, Jan. 16, 2015 and hear back yet regarding results yet?
Baird's reputation
How does their IBD compare with other MM banks in the country and in the Midwest? League tables? What are their best groups? Is Chicago a better office than Milwaukee? What other MM banks are they comparable to?
Do Chicago banks give analysts car service?
Do bigger banks in Chicago give their analysts car service like in NYC? What about meals? Also, are these perks the same for summer analysts?
Andrie Capital Trading?
Has anyone had any experience with/seen info on this firm? Seems to be a bit hard to find anything about them. About all I can get is that they're largely a derivs prop trading firm. Located in Chicago. Thanks in advance.
COL - London v. NY v. Chicago v. Atlanta
For full time analyst, what would your lifestyle be looking like in each of these cities? Pure lifestyle, obviously NYC will have more buyside opportunities than Atlanta. My thoughts are that if I'm working for a MM bank, I'd rather be working in Chicago/Atlanta while I'm not making great money as...
NYC vs. Chicago vs. San Francisco
Another typical city vs. city thread. What's your all's favorite city above, everything inclusive (including cost)? I'd like to revisit all three cities. Chicago has been my top choice for a while. Low cost of living, and a very urban feel (and beautiful). I don't think the winter would bother me as...
MKM Partners?
Anyone have any info on them? Not too much out there. I know they're opening a new office in Chicago, supposed to talk to someone there on Monday to set up a meeting, would love to know some more ahead of time. Thanks in advance.
MS Mid-Market Fixed Income Sales - Looking for info
So, out of the blue, a good friend of mine, who is currently an associate at MS in mid-market institutional FI sales, told me they're leaving for a different job and is in charge of hiring their replacement. They want me to take their place. So, they have my resume, and I'm hoping to hear back from...
Current PwC consulting in Europe looking for job in the USA
Hi everyone, Here's some info on the background: I have been working at PwC Advisory (financial services Consulting, Risk and compliance practice) in Paris for almost 3 years. I am a French and a Mexican national. I have a BA and an MA in Humanities from the Sorbonne University and a 1 year masters...
Effective tax rate?
Just wondering what you guys all pay total in taxes as a percentage of your income, and what your all in income is as well (IB analysts). Especially interested in Houston and Chicago, as I have offers (or am anticipating offers) in those cities as well as NYC . Money isn't a deciding factor but it...
Chicago Monkeys - anyone want to grab a beer on Sept. 5th?
Will be in Chicago (for the first time, actually) on Sept 5th and will have some time to kill from around 12:00pm - 4ish pm before my flight. Anyone in Chicago want to grab a few beers?
Are the best IB internships at headquarters?
I'm really wanting to do my last summer internship in Chicago. How does this work though? It seems to me that most of the summer interns will be in the bank's headquarters, most often NYC . Is this the case? Or do regional offices take in interns for the summer? If so, will the experience be as...
Raymond James Investment Banking Groups
Can anyone give me any insight into Raymond James investment banking? More specifically, can anyone tell me much about their Chicago and Boston offices?
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Chicago vs Charlotte
I've been researching different cities with strong finance in the US recently and have been stuck between two cities: Chicago and Charlotte. The decision will probably be made by job offers; however, what do you guys think is the better city? All inclusive. I've read Charlotte has been huge in...
Chances at M7 - Appreciate some advice
Posting for a friend here: Background - Female - Raised US - Born Korea - Korean citizen Work (thus far) - 1.5 years @ EY's Commercial Advisory team focuses on MM PE DDs (US) - Interned at Accenture (US) - Interned at large foundation with $2B AUM (US) Volunteer/Leadership - Involved in university's...
Alyeska?
Anyone have experience here or know of someone who does? What is the culture like?
New, I think I am grasping at straws here.
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Best groups in Chicago?
I'd imagine a lot of groups in chicago are like little brothers to their NY counterparts, focusing mainly on MM stuff. Which groups in Chicago work on the biggest deals, and rival like NY GS TMT and MS M&A? Do any even come close?
The decline of Chicago prop trading
It's sad to see how far Chicago prop trading has declined in recent years. Not too long ago, I envied my classmates and friends who were working at the top Chicago prop shops and making more money than me, while dealing with less bullshit and better hours. Now they hate their jobs, gloomy about the...
Going Out in Chicago
I recently moved to Chicago (Pilsen). Where can I find some good bars and whatnot? I've been going out in University Village mostly. I live right by the Pink Line, so preferably easily accessible via that. I could transfer to the blue line, but I really just don't like commuting and it fucks up my...
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