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KCG/GETCO Asia
On their most recent earnings call KCG execs mentioned declining revenues in APAC along with several departures from their Singapore office and restructuring management in that region. Does anyone have insight into why that would be the case? As far as I know they are the largest non-bank...
GETCO -> KCG Holdings LLC.
Getco changes name, to move to N.J. What do you guys think about this? It says they're not getting rid of the jobs in Chicago, but is it really wise since Getco had such a good brand name/reputation in the trading industry while Knight ended on a bad note? I've also heard Getco people complaining...
What are good coding languages to learn?
I already know VB.net but what are some languages that I should try to learn now that may be used in trading in 8-12 years?
Getco vs jane street vs drw
I am looking into full-time trading positions with Getco , Jane Street , and drw. I'd be curious to hear your opinions on how these compare in terms of: culture profitability compensation, three or so years out Thank you!
GETCO
Getco is a global market maker focused on helping investors efficiently transfer risk. Our primary business involves both buying and selling securities to provide two-sided markets on exchanges around the world and as a Designated Market Maker (DMM) on the New York Stock Exchange. We also provide...
Exit opps from top prop firms/market makers
how are the exit opportunities from a market making prop shop, like Getco or Jane Street? a lot of people from my school (top target) choose these places over places like GS , and i'm wondering whether that really makes sense or if they're thinking too short term. once you leave a place like Getco...
GETCO algorithmic traders
Getco is currently accepting resumes for algorithmic traders. Surprisingly, it does not require a programming background although it's obviously recommended. Has anyone interviewed for this role? What does an algo trader at Getco do? They are also recruiting quants, who are the hardcore programmers....
HFT compensation structure for coders
Does anyone know how compensation works in HFT where people trade in teams rather then individuals because of the multiple disciplines needed to execute HFT strategies? I know at places like Jump or Getco people eventually get placed into a team of 4-6 people where they fill a role depending on what...
GETCO vs Citadel
I understand that working at a place like Citadel probably has a greater upside in the long run, since the most successful hedge fund managers/long-term traders in general make a lot more than the most successful high frequency traders, but Getco definitely pays more to start with and it's also...
Impact of Legislation on HFT
What do people think about the potential affects of legislation on the future of high-frequency trading and algorithmic trading firms? How will algorithmic trading firms battle this and how will this cut into their profits? How substantial will the hits in profit be? Will this legislation have much...
GETCO's starting base salary is only $60K?
this is the starting salary shown on glassdoor. i thought Getco would pay a lot more than that.
How tough to get into GETCO?
I heard it's tougher to get a job at Getco than any bulge bracket trading desk or even Citadel . Anyone ever interviewed with them?
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