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Superday Questions for BB Sales and Trading SA
What are some of the basic and advanced questions asked in a sales and trading superday at a bulge bracket. Also where can I find a more comprehensive list. I was going to buy the WSO IB Interview Prep but I dont think that will help much in ST.
Scare for Trading job: what should I do?
I joined trading at a BB half a year ago after graduating. I interned at this place in my junior summer and everything felt fine, but I have had a terrible full-time experience so far. I'm mainly doing some small quotes, but whenever something popped up (a trade, a message from a co-worker, an...
BB Trading analyst: looking to jump to software engineering
Hi monkeys, I just started as a first-year analyst in a BB in trading. Soon after I started, I found out that I don't quite enjoy the job - the pace is so fast, I don't find a lot of meanings in guessing where the market is, and the sense of uncertainty of my work day is eating me. However, I enjoy...
Study Things about S&T
Hey everyone, First of all -- hope everyone is doing well. I'm a sophomore seeking a transition from arts into finance and am pretty interested in S&T. What are some books to read/online courses to check for learning things like stock pitch and portfolio management (or any other things about S&T)?...
Most versatile desks for IBD and ER skillsets?
Hey guys- any recommendations on the best desks for building a good skillset in valuation, modelling, credit analysis (or really, any of the skills that IBD/ER folks use)? I'll be interning at a BB in S&T but would love to cast my scope as wide as possible. Obviously I'm still really interested in...
Q&A: Recent Quitter from Fixed Income S&T to Startups
Hello. I am new to the WSO blogger community; this is my first post. I went to a semi-target and interviewed during the crisis, when company presentations & on-campus workshops pretty much dried up. WSO was a crucial source for me when I started finance recruiting in late 2007, and definitely gave...
Should I take this BB SA offer in S&T?
Hey everyone. Been a lurker on here for a while, but have a question regarding the outlook of Sales & Trading Industry, and the skillset/versatility in particular. So I just got my first BB SA offer in an S&T department (think DB/UBS/WF/RBC level) as a non-target student, but given how poorly...
Trader Resume
Just wondering if anyone has any advice as to what a junior trader resume should look like? Currently have 1yr trading intraday FX risk at a BB, and was wondering some things that people have written about as a junior. Of course, it all comes down to individual experience, but was wondering if it is...
If you could pick any desk....
Sup WSO, Hoping to get your input on the desks with the highest upside for a current uni student. Just finished a SA stint at a Canadian BB on their Fixed Income trading desk and have been offered back with the option to choose any desk within Capital Markets. I was thinking DCM, Structured Products...
If you could join any desk...
Sup WSO, Looking for your opinions as to which desk you would join if you had the option to choose any. Just finished a SA stint on a Canadian BB fixed income trading desk and have been offered back with the option to choose any desk under the Capital Markets umbrella. As of now I am thinking of...
How can i get into Sales and Trading ?
So, i am in my 2 year of university (top university) studying finance and i am looking to get into sales and trading after i finish university. It would be very helpful if some of you can answer me to some questions: What internships schould i take? Is it worth it ? What else should i apart getting...
Making a career in trading
Hello everyone, My name is David, I'm 20 years old and from the Netherlands. I've always wanted to make a career in trading, I've been studying it from a young age (mainly TA even though I am becoming more aware that TA isn't actually used as much professionally). I'm in my second year of my...
Top S&T vs. mid-tier IB
What would you guys take at the end of the day if you were a junior right now. I understand the whole "it depends on what you want to do" stuff but just for career path and money etc. whats the best move. 1. S&T at Goldman, MS, JPM 2. IB at Bank of America, Barclays, Credit Suisse, Jefferies Thank...
JP Morgan S & T Internship
Hey, I was just browsing through JPM's career webpage and they said applications for their Markets internship are now open. However, if I click on the internship page, I could only apply for positions in the US. Am I right that they didn't start recruiting in EMEA yet? Or is there sth wrong with my...
Life in Markets and Securities Services
Hey guys, I was reading up on different groups under firms and their institutional groups, and I was wondering, as someone new to the world of finance, what life is like in this field at a BB . Is markets and securities the same as sales and trading ? How are the hours compared to normal IB? What's...
What makes a good S&T Cover Letter?
Applying for sophomore S&T internships and I'm wondering what a good cover letter looks like. Is there anything specific to S&T or is similar to other roles across finance? Thanks for the help!
How to convert 2020 S&T SA to FT
Guys, please advise on how an incoming 2020 Sales & Trading Summer Analyst could succeed over the summer to receive a full time offer? It’s highly competitive, and any advice is most appreciated. Thanks!
S&T Summer Intern in HK from JP Morgan and Merrill Lynch - How will you choose and why?
I've got offers on S&T Summer Intern in HK from JP Morgan and Merrill Lynch these two banks. Both on the equity side. How will you choose and why? Thank you!
Platform Sales as career?
I’m wondering what people take on Platform sales is in Sales&Trading? BB executives in S&T said it’s where the future it headed, while classical S&T (especially equities) is turning more into an automation business. Also what are the best groups within the Platform sales? E.g. Hedge Fund/Prime...
S&T to Distressed Debt Investing
The title probably says it all. I was chatting with a buddy about S&T exit opportunities and we had a good debate about the possibility of moving from S&T ( credit sales and trading) to a distressed debt fund. So I thought I should throw the question here and hear what the experienced folks have to...
Canada S&T: SAs, Comps, Hiring trends and Exit opps.
Hey, Monkeys!! In as much as I enjoy reading posts about S&T in other countries, I'm very interested in hearing from my fellow Canada bros. 1. Tell me about your recruiting experiences, Summer experiences, Rotational programs and even shed some light on the compensation structure in Canada. 2....
Internal Transfer to Research
I'm a long time reader of WSO but this is my first post so please bear with me. For context- In may, I graduated from a target school (Harvard/Princeton/Wharton) with a 3.8 + GPA and a return offer to the S&T division of the BB bank where I was a Summer Analyst last summer. I begin full time this...
Intern Tasks/Projects
What are some of the usual tasks assigned to summer interns on the various desks in sales and trading? Please start by labeling the desk/product. Thank you
Sales Coordinator?
Hi, I'm wondering if any of you know or heard of the position: Institutional Equities, Sales Coordinator. It looks like a lot of due diligence for traders. I have received an interview and was wondering what exactly this role entails. 1. Ever heard of it? 2. If so, what was your experience/knowledge...
Will a Summer Analyst position for S&T at a BB in NYC help me get recruited for S&T at a BB in London
I've secured an S&T role at a BB in NYC , but when I was applying last year, I was flirting with the prospect of living in London - I grew up there and it's my favorite city in the world. I was able to get this position in NYC by heavily using my alumni network (The University of Chicago), and ended...
Trading Floor BS
HI All I'm an Associate in S&T on the sales side. I've had a good experience so far but changes have taken place at work which puts me at a disadvantage (reporting to not so friendly higher up). My resume looks a little hoppy given I've moved around almost every 2years, 3 times now and I want to...
Advice on preparing for fixed income s&t interviews
Hi all. Currently a second semester sophomore trying to get ready for the upcoming recruiting season. My concern is that right now, I don't have enough knowledge on the fixed income side of things. I have a basic understanding of things such as the yield curve, spreads, etc, but I feel as though I'm...
Seeking advice - S&T intern in Derivatives and FX
I am an incoming intern in S&T and I would like to know if there some golden educational materials could be shared with me and possibly other interns who will have a similar role as mine in the future. Nothing too complicated, just the basics as I am only halfway through my bachelors. This post is...
Follow up after the final round of interview
Hey guys. I just did a final round of S&T of BB (HK) last week Wednesday. The HR said they would give out result in this week. I have not heard back from them. So I am wondering if a follow-up with HR will be appropriate or overkill. Should I wait for a few days as this week is not over yet? Any...
Bond Jargon
Hi All Sorry for the very basic question. I'm use to the swaps lingo when it comes to bid / ask = pay / receive (whether outright, curve or fly). However when it comes to bonds being quoted in in yields, I understand that bid / ask = buy bond / sell bond . However, I do not understand the concept of...
Is S&T full-time rotational program beneficial?
Background: I received a BB bank FT offer after the S&T rotational internship this summer. The FT program consists of four rotations in two years then you'll be placed at a desk as an Associate. I've done intensive reading on WSO and some of the posts are super helpful in landing a return offer, and...
A bird in the hand? (deciding on MM FT S&T offer)
Hey guys, rising senior at a target looking for some advice. I was fortunate enough to receive a FT offer from my internship this summer. It is at a MM bank and the offer is for S & T, which is the field I definitely want to go into. The people and experiences were great (wouldn't mind working there...
What is credit sales and trading and what are the exit opportunities?
Dear friends, I'm preparing for an interview in credit sales and trading and was wondering what do people do in this business. I have two years' experience as a CDO manager and alternative credit investment advisor. According to the headhunter, the position I'm about to interview will focus on...
Institutional Sales Analyst Job Description and Overview
For many, institutional sales offers the best of all worlds: great pay, fewer hours than in corporate finance or research, less stress than in trading, and a nice blend of travel and office work. Like traders, the hours typically follow the market, with a few tacked on at the end of the day after...
Morgan Stanley 2017 Institutional Equity Super Day
I interviewed at the New York office on Thursday. Series of 4, 20 minute interviews. Anyone know how they pick the interns? How many they pick? When they start letting the know? How many super days are there? Any Info would be great. Appreciate it!
BAML S&T Superpday
Hey, I just went to the sales and trading superday in the NYC office (Oct 6), just wondering if anyone went there could share some updates if any. Thanks!
Rating Agency to Fixed Income Reseach
I recently started out at one of the big 3 CRAs. Given this background, how hard is it to break into fixed income research at a mutual fund (i.e. BlackRock)? Should I wait and go for my MBA / CFA first? Also a few questions regarding the fixed income aspect of a mutual fund: Which mutual funds have...
How many of you work in Philadelphia/the Main Line? What's S&T in Philly like?
I will be interning at a boutique commodities trading firm on the Main Line! It sounds like a fantastic opportunity, but I don't know about the location. I don't know the area but do know it's not Manhattan. It's not an established internship program so it's up to me to figure this stuff out. The...
Should I stay in bulge bracket firm (WM side) or leave for new summer opportunities? (Junior)
Hi guys, I am a junior and I'm currently working in wealth management division for bulge bracket company as a part time employee now (After working for them for 10 months I've transitioned into part time employee or Clients Services Associate). In terms of my goal, I would like to go into S&T (More...
Moving from Structuring to Sales
For this summer, I have the option of going to a Structuring team as an intern at a prestigious BB . However, I'm afraid that I'll find structuring too technical). Therefore, I'm wondering: how good are the options with moving from structuring to sales? Does it happen?
43 Diversity Recruiting Programs at Investment Banks - The Most Exhaustive List
Diversity recruiting has been the subject of several posts over the last few weeks. Although there are existing WSO posts that try to aggregate opportunity for diverse candidates, this one aims to be an exhaustive list that includes all the introductory programs and formal internship pipelines...
Is Rates Trading dead?
I recently accepted a position in a rotational program at a BB in Sales and Trading. I always had an interest in the more macro products, specifically rates. I recently heard that rates trading is dead given that rates staff have been cut tremendously and the margins are so slim that there isn't...
Let's Talk Hydrocarbons
I have seen a growing number of posts devoted to the Oil & Gas arena, in some form or fashion, and thought it would be entertaining to bring these thoughts together in a comprehensive discussion setting. So let's talk O&G and all things related. Whether you're in the industry in some capacity, you...
What non-Bulge Bracket sales & trading internships/opportunities should students be aware of?
Title mostly says it all. What are ALL the good opportunities out there--Bulge Bracket be damned? Correct me if I'm wrong, but it's my perception that nowadays, if you're less-than-nearly-perfect as a 21-year-old candidate for summer analyst positions, you have little-to-no shot at nabbing a BB s&t...
BB&T Fixed Income S&T details
I am curious to know if anyone has any details on the FI S&T group that is based in Charlotte - what kind of work they do, if it is a good group to join, etc. Any insights? Right now I am a credit analyst at a BB-ish bank, and I'm sizing up exit ops.
Going back to school after wall street internship
What was the experience like for you guys going back to college after 80+ hour weeks all summer?
BB Sales and Trading
I just started a job as a credit trader at a middle market investment bank. Solid name, but not bb . It is quite clear how much the job has changed from the last 5 years just from my understanding of this. I am curious though.. This sales and trading is a lot of fun, but since there is so little...
Why Inflation is important in an economy
Wondering if someone can explain why inflation is important in an economy. I know in the US, we have a target rate of 2% and in Canada they have a target range between 1-3%, with the ideal being 2%... but my question is... why do you even need inflation? What purpose does it serve in the economy....
First day / First week etiquette
Hi All, Hope you're doing great! I started my Associate Sales (fixed income) position in S&T today. I wanted to find out from you guys what you think are proper first day / first-week etiquettes. For example, today I tried to go around to introduce myself to the Sales (of course since I work in this...
Will the next Banking Purge be in 2016-2017?
I've been noticing that a lot of the banks have been mentioned in the press for their plans to cut jobs in several different FO groups. Will there be another bear market and banking purge akin to 2008 soon?
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