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M&A / LBO models from scratch
Hello everyone, I have been working for almost a year now in IB . Several of my peers are interviewing for PE / HF / VC etc. I am not. Frankly, my modeling skills are nowhere near where they would need to be for me to enter this process. We use a standard model for everything. It is very complicated...
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M&A - Longer work than other industries
I am interning at the moment. I thought, that M&A is tough becase of working longer than any other industries. But I find that M&A is not challanging and not excited. Are there any trainees, who think that way?
Find list of M&A Deals for past 2 years in certain sector
I'm trying to find a list of ALL M&A deals in a certain sector for the past 2 years. Is there any place where this might be available? Also If there is data on who else was bidding that would be great. Appreciate the help.
Ideas on how to combine ER with M&A in thesis?
Hi, I'm currently doing my MSc in Finance, and seeing as I'm interested in M& A and equity research , and still not 100% sure which career path i'll choose, I want to pick a thesis topic that combines the two as much as possible. Because I'm still at the start of my degree, and my undergrad was in...
Intern Analyst Advice M&A
Hey guys/girls I was a summer analyst at BoAML in IBD in London last year and didn't get an offer. I have managed to secure another internship at CS also in IBD after I graduate. My main problem was being slow at excel and powerpoint, could someone recommend a good guide for me to buy and practice?...
Deal Search
just wondering how can I effectively look for M&A or IPO deals in a particular sector?
Internship Question - Any positions available to undergrads?
Hey guys, Im going to avoid the monotonous forums but I have a question regarding finding an internship. Do you guys know of any positions available to undergrads that work with M&A , IPO , or other corporate development aspects. I am a non target so preferably nothing to do with IB as that is too...
TEV vs. Purchase Price in M&A Comps
Hi, When looking up m&a comps to get TEV/EBITA on capIQ, i can't find the TEV (enterprise value) for many targets. Can I use the purchase price as a proxy? What about any premiums paid? thanks!
Goldman's Intern & Interview Toolkit
I was writing about KKR ’s sweet HCA exit but found this and thought that the monkeys here; particularly the interns and those still on the jobhunt, would appreciate this a little more instead. Presumably in preparation for another barrage of intern apps, (or to minimize the screw ups) Goldman...
OWS Protesting OCR Events?
Read this article in NYT, was wondering if any of the ivy leaguers on here have experienced this? My school is fairly conservative so I have not seen any of it, but it seems pretty ridiculous to me.
is M&A considered investment banking?
or is investment banking only IPOs , trading stocks back and forth, Asset Management (aka things that involve actual investments)?
Term Paper on Valuation - Hypothesis
Hey, Concerning my studies, I have to write a term paper this semester. Since I’m interested in corporate finance I decided to write about valuation of companies. In the paper I attempt to highlight the differences of valuing SMEs and large-sized companies. Anyway, the paper has to base on at...
Seeking M&A Associate in IBG... please have at it
I've been using some of the advice previously given and hope it is better now. Website location: http://i.imgur.com/ijrUE.jpg
ER vs M&A for L/S Eq Megafund
If you had a choice between: middle-ranked BB ER industry team (think #5 or 6 in the top 10 II poll) vs. BB M&A team with significant modeling experience but which has not closed many deals in the last 1-2 years 1) which one would you choose for moving into a long/ short equity HF megafund? 2) after...
Rumor: opening for an Analyst w M&A group at Morgan Stanley, Tokyo
Hi, My friend who works at Morgan Stanley told me that there is an opening posted in their internal database on September 12, 2011 for an Analyst position with M&A group at Morgan Stanley Tokyo. Fluency in Japanese and English is a must. Please do not ask me for any further details as I have none....
HP dumpster to PE fundster
By now, we've all hear about the Mark Hurd scandal . But what hasn't been mentioned as readily is the axed-CEO market. Other than jail or a prominent role in facilities engineering at the same company, where is a C-level exec to go once he becomes the media's latest lynch puppet burning in effigy?
Trading Vs. I-Banking
I think it’s important for us to be clear about the pros and cons of each of the two career paths and I’d like to consolidate some of the opinions that have been floating around about this topic on this thread. Here’s one impression I’ve gotten from speaking with people on both sides of the...
Advice needed for SA at BB IBD
Hi yall, I'm half way through my summer internship at a top US BB bank think ( JPM , MS, GS ). So far i have hated my experience and have no intention of accepting an offer if i get one. I probably wont be offered a place at this rate anyway. During my interview process i got an offer from a...
Your opinions
Given an option, would you rather start IBD in an emerging market (Shanghai/Mumbai) or more developed markets like NYC /London considering the deal-flow, deal exposure, pay in absolute terms(PPP) and lower cost of living? What would you prefer if an emerging market (eg. Shanghai, Mumbai etc) was...
Didn't Get i-banking M&A internship this summer, Stuck With Corp Fin Instead
Hi, So basically, I didn't end up getting an M&A i-banking gig this summer and all I have is an internship with a very small company (
Transfer to the US from Europe
Hi, I was working in M&A advisory at a BB for two years and have now been doing internal/ corporate M&A for another two years at another BB in London. I have been wanting to move to the US for some time and asked to transfer to the NY office of my bank which I would prefer but the chances aren't...
Cash vs debt acquisition ...
I am scratching my head for this question - Company A is buying company B either in 100% cash or in 100% debt. If forgone interest for cash is 5% and before tax debt interest rate is 10%. Tax rate is 40%. Which acquisition will be dilutive and which will be Accretive?
Urgent Advice Needed: Private Fund Group or M&A
Hey guys, Urgent advice re. team selection needed as I am joining UBS London this summer and need to choose between PFG and M&A . Anyone could give some insight and suggestions on this? Some quick intro of PFG as it splits into two teams and I will be assigned to one of the teams depending on...
Cold Steel
Just thought I'd share this. Reading this book called " Cold Steel " right now, sort of like Barbarians but lighter and reads more like a fast paced thriller. Finding it difficult to put it down. I searched around WSO and didn't find any interest/comments/topics/recommendations on the book. Cold...
Corporate Recovery
Guys, I'm doing an internship in Corporate Recovery this summer with a small firm. I will be analyzing financial data of (almost) bankrupt companies. I will also be reading business models/strategies, evaluating whether a company should be bought and at what price. The owner also offered for me to...
How is this possible? - Monopolies
So I'm a little confused. Last I checked, monopolies were illegal in this country. One of the regulators for TMT companies is the FCC. So, it is my impression that the FCC does not allow major conglomerates to have joint ventures with giant stakes....say 51/49 stakes. When Comcast announced a joint...
Applying for m&a
I was wondering if I apply for M&A (corp fin) does that mean that I have to do some underwriting process as well or can i just focus on M&A?
Funds of Funds and Secondary Fund question
Hi all, I recently received an interview question at a PE interview , the interviewer asked me if I was working in a Funds of Funds and is looking to invest into GPs, what are the factors (issues) / general framework that I should be considerating before making that investment? Also, if i was...
Energy in Calgary
Row call! Who here is in Calgary (and more broadly Canada)? I work in business development for a midstream / marketing company. Been at it for just over 3 years now. It's been a great experience with lots of exposure and responsibility (crude oil and ngl/lpg). Been thinking about long term...
Headhunters contacting SAs.
Hey monkeys, I just wanted to hear the community's thoughts on whether this situation is commonplace or not. I'm a current third year at a non-target starting my SA at a top M&A group within the next few weeks and updated my LinkedIn profile a couple weeks ago to add my new Bank/group/city/etc....
Boutique with no broker/dealer license
So the boutique firm I'm interning at this summer does not have a FINRA license. They are a traditional M&A investment bank. Is this shady?
Resume: Failed M&A vs. Equity
Quick question on resumes and was hoping some of you guys who have gone through PE recuriting could help me out (no dice looking at M&I). It's clear PE only cares about your M&A work, but would you list on your CV smaller failed M&A deals or high profile equity deals? I currently have the failed...
M&A Intern at boutique
I am looking at a 30 day internship with a boutique IB firm that focuses primarily on M&A . What other areas of the industry (if any) could this experience directly or indirectly transfer to as far as job placement. What doors will this open, and how can it limit me? I have a B.A. in finance from a...
Rothschild Paris
Hi, Does anybody here has infos on the culture/atmosphere at Rothschild Paris? Also, is Rothschild Paris independent of Rothschild London? Thanks in advance for answers.
M&A exit opp: Hedge Fund
Hi, I am currently considering going into m&a and am curious about the m&a exit opps in hedge funds. All over the place you can read that after about 3y in m&a you either go into PE or join a hedge fund. Now, in what way does the activity and work at a hedge fund differ from being at a PE firm? The...
Top tier bank: would you accept the offer?
Hi everyone! I have a tricky question and don't really know how to tackle it. I have got a FT offer (GP) in a tier 1 bank in London after an off-cycle. I am really happy with that, but there is a huge BUT... They only offer me a position in their IB division, so I coul be working from July 2012...
Destroy this POS
Hi Guys, I go to a non-target, and realize my resume is pretty bad, but would still like it reviewed and try for a spot in a BB this coming fall. Resume: http://www.razume.com/documents/19569 Thanks!
ARTIFICIAL Shareholder Spread - legal?
Hi All, For education purposes and to satisfy a curious mind after researching into the market and ASX rules and regulations, my question for a hypothetically soon-to be ASX listed company: If a Corporate Advisor is advising an emerging pre-revenue Australian technolgy company with shareholder...
Resume for Off-Cycle Intern at BB-IB and Mid-Cap PE
Hey, I'm applying for off-cycle internships in Investment Banking and Private Equity for this year's fall in Germany. I would really appreciate some feedback regarding my resume: http://www.razume.com/documents/19538 thank you
M&A for high schoolers
http://dealbook.nytimes.com/2011/04/07/success-on… Classes in high school are teaching kids to analyze M&A transactions, valuations, research reports. pretty cool stuff
Jefferies Case Study Interview
Does anyone know if Jefferies has case-study interviews?? I was told that their interviews are very technical. I am going for Lateral. Thanks, any advise is much appreciated!
How to prepare for Healthcare & Life Sciences M&A
I'll be working at a smaller MM /larger boutique in Healthcare/Life Sciences. I come from a science background, but I was wondering what should I do to prepare for the internship. Should I take an online financial modeling course? Any books that I should read? The internship is set up in a way that...
Customer Due Diligence Questions
What sort of questions would you ask the top customers of the seller (target) in a buy-side M&A transaction? So far I have brand perception of the target co, relationships, customer service, competitive advantages. What else should I have down? Thanks
Advising clients -When does it start?
Hi I will be working as a summer analyst at a top BB this summer. I know that all of my time will be spent on Excel & Powerpoint, and that that's pretty much what I will do as an analyst. But I also want to know about long term prospects. What really makes being an investment banker interesting to...
Citi FSG (Financial Strategy Group) interview upcoming: I need help!
Hi everyone, I have an upcoming interview for an analyst position at Citi's Financial Strategy Group and I am not sure I understand exactly where they stand within the Investment Banking department. I'd like to have your insight on: 1. What do they exactly do? How do they generate business (if any)...
Why do so many companies overpay?
I was reading over the Kraft Cadbury deal and found an article that "justifies" the 50% premium to Cadbury's market share price that Kraft is offering http://dealbook.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/01/19/cadb… So I am wondering, why do so many companies overpay for acquisitions? If the market prices a...
London M&A Associate Compensation
The Cornell Partnership just released it's report on M&A Associate compensation. The sample size is several hundreds, so I'd imagine it's fairly accurate. BAML are the clear winners in this and are pretty much leading the pack in Assoc 1, 2 and 3. What is surpurising to me is that GS seem fairly off...
FT Analyst: UBS London (team preferences) & Greenhill
In terms of PE-exits, what are the top teams at UBS (London)? Considering M&A , Technology, GIG and FIG . Also for PE-exit ops, UBS or Greenhill (both in London)? Any input regarding IBD at UBS (Ldn) would be much appreciated.
What do analysts in an M&A group actually do?
I want to learn more about the M&A group, and I want to really understand what people mean when they tell me that M&A includes the most "modeling." but my real question deals w/ what analysts in M&A product groups actually do on a day-to-day basis. What types of valuation methods are most common?...
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