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Genuity S&T Summer Internship Interview
Anyone interview with Genuity Captial Markets for a S&T summer internship position? (More interested in sales). Any advice/info would be great. Thanks!
How long before traders get their own Book ?
How long before traders at bulge bracket banks usually begin to get to trade their own books? 3-5 years? Also do you need to have a superstar Profit Lost ratio ?
New GIrl Considering Trading Assistant Position -- Am I Walking Into A Boy's Club?
Hey all -- I've been offered a position as a trading assistant at a great I-bank in NYC . I love the energy of the floor and what the job can lead to. But seriously -- are trading floors still the boys clubs that I keep hearing about? I want to hear all the dish about being a young woman on the...
Productive use of my time
I recently graduated college and I'll be starting work at a bank in the summer. I'll like to move into S&T within the bank (I'm not in S&T but something related). Is there anything I can do to help my chances? I've cold called a few boutiques for s&t internships but nothing so far. I could take the...
JP Morgan or BarCap
S&T with BarCap or IB Research with JP Morgan ...what are your thoughts, which is better?
Anyone heard of Gennady Gertsman?
He's a Russian guy who trades the yield curve (bond, notes, bund), based in Chicago. Supposedly he made $11 million in a 3-year period when he was just in his mid-20's.
S&T summer internship decision
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Leaving ibanking for FI trading at BB?
I currently am an analyst in a boutique investment bank that offers plenty of great exit opps. However, I recently just received an offer in FI trading at a top-tier BB . I’ve always leaned towards trading but I accepted the ibanking offer feeling it was the right choice with what has gone on in...
2 hours to prepare for sales interview - help?
I realize this sounds a bit stupid, but I just got a call from a "regional" (though with a couple of international offices) IB , and they want me to come in for an interview THIS AFTERNOON. Thing is, it's for a sales position and I barely know what they do differently compared to trading and...
Trading clerk pay
What does a trading clerk get paid (ballpark)? And how lonbg can it take to grow out of a trading clerk role into trading if we are talking small shops?
Tear this cover letter for trading apart please!
Hey guys, If any of you could kindly provide some advice on the quality and structure of my cover letter I would really appreciate it. This is for a graduate trader role in Australia. http://www.razume.com/documents/13945 All opinions are welcome and I will consider everything.
IBD, Consulting, Hedge Fund, Quantitative Trading: Summer Internship decision HELP!
Hi, I was wondering if you guys could help me make a decision regarding my summer internship . So a little background about myself: I don't really know much about finance. I just applied to several jobs and have been cramming for interviews the night before each one. I want to learn a lot about...
UBS S&T vs. BarCap S&T
Hey guys, was hoping to get your thoughts on the following two offers for summer analyst positions: 1) Barcap Sales and Trading 2) UBS Fixed Income Sales and Trading I'm interested in FX and know that both these banks are good for that product. Which one is a better bet long term? General thoughts...
Tougher for traders to get into a top MBA program?
Several people I've talked to told me that it's tougher for traders to get into a top MBA program. Main reason is that admissions officers assume that you are not a great trader if you're applying to business schools, since superstar traders don't really need to get an MBA . Also, trading does not...
Trading Equity, FX, Interest Rate or Credit?
I am wondering which one of these four is currently the hottest, and help banks earn most profits.
JP Morgan FX Options
Hey guys, got an offer for a trading summer internship from JP Morgan at their FX Options desk (London). The team and the atmosphere are pretty much perfect. Would just like to hear your opinions about the desk and/or other strong banks for FX Options. thedude
Advice for Analyst
Quick Background: I went from target school to BB bank in S&T and worked on a niche equty derivs structuring desk since I graduated 2 years ago. I recently was laid off, and I'm moving back to chicago for personal reasons. Question: I've been networking pretty hard, searching online job posts, and...
BNP Paribas Fixed Income S&T SA
Long time lurker, first time posting> I have an SA offer at BNP Paribas in their fixed income division. Really liked the people and like their growth prospects. I am thinking of taking it but had a few questions: 1. Whats their FT compensation like? On par with street? 2. Whats their perception on...
Madison Tyler Holdings
Does anyone know much about Madison Tyler Holdings? What should I expect from an interview there? Do you know what they trade?
career services guy on the S&T job market
Yesterday I talked to a guy who works at the alumni career services of my alma mater. I wanted advice because I currently work at a small hedge fund and wanted to make the transition into a S&T desk at an i-bank. He told me that from talking to people at these firms, hiring for sales and trading...
CFA®: Worth the Hype?
How important is it to obtain a Level 1 CFA® as a Finance Major graduating from a Target Ivy with honors - who will be working Retail S&T in a BB ?
Help on Derivatives Desk Lingo
What does all this mean? Any help / direction would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! "Vols" were "offered" and then "bid as we reset higher." "Gamma" was "predictably supported." "Skew" was/ was not "offered" "Flattening of the term structure" "Sellers of variance"
Best Banks for Sales and Trading?
Best banks for Sales and Trading? Perhaps a ranking? S&T Bank Ranking When looking at banks with sales and trading operations, it is important to remember that their standing on the street can change over a given period of time. Desk heads change firms, loose steam, or changing markets can change...
Top Equity Swaps/General Equities BB's
Pretty much says it all. What would you say are the banks most regarded in general equities and specifically equity swaps trading ?
Fifth-Graders Outperform Wall Street
An interesting article appeared in the NY Post this morning about a 5th grade class in Queens that was participating in a stock-market game. A few of the students profiled in the piece invested in Google stock and are currently sitting on a 'hypothetical' $1,368 windfall after purchasing 100 shares....
Citigroup Traders
I was just wondering if there are any traders that work for Citigroup here. I will be starting in the GTS group as a FT analyst this summer. I am hoping to transition to one of the trading desks at citigroup after a year or so and I'd like to get to know some of the traders working at citigroup. If...
Applying again - need advice
MS, Financial Math. 7 years of software experience prior to MS. 1 year experience in commodities market risk before layoff. I have been out of a job for 10 months now. I took some time off to take care of my infant son but I am apping again. I want to target trading roles, preferably in equity...
Need advice on Software Dev. Interview
Hey everybody, First post here because i couldn't seem to find anything about software development positions (nor am I sure you guys would be able to help much). But here goes: I have an upcoming interview in software development with a trading company, and wanted to know what sort of questions to...
Conolidated Trading
Has anybody heard about Consolidated Trading? Any piece of information, advice please? Thanks
Advice about first job
Hi, Just wanted an advice. I have couple offers on hand (Assistant Trader from one Trading firm in Chicago, Audit in one of the Big 4 firms, and one from Consulting firm (not Big 3)). Pros/ Cons. Advices on what to choose? Any thoughts? Thanks in advance
Barclays vs. Citi vs. Credit Suisse
Have SA S&T offers from each, all are rotational and CS is within equities. Suggestions?
S&T: If you're pigeonholed-- how to move?
If you were hired for either specifically S or T.. - if you're pigeonholed in sales (which sounds like worse hours and exit opp), how do you leverage into a trading role? - of if trading somehow doesn't fit your risk apetite, how to move to sales? thank you in advance. serious response only please.
Credit Suisse Fixed Income Desks
I received an offer for a Summer Analyst with Credit Suisse Fixed Income. The program is rotational in nature, and they actually let us have a say in which desks we are assigned to. I am aware that CS is generally regarded to have one of if not the best High Yield/Distressed Debt trading desks on...
magnetar Capital
What do people know about this shop other then it was founded by ex-Citadel guys?
Major Recommendation
Hey I was wondering what type of major would be most helpful for someone looking to break into trading . I know this is a ridiculously general question but I know very little about specific types of trading and what they require, and if this question is absurdly general feel free not to respond. But...
CME Commodity Trading Challenge
Anyone doing the CME trading challenge? Interested to see the response.
GS S&T (investments) superday questions
So the first round Goldman S&T interview was entirely fit. What can I expect on the superday ? If technical, what general type questions will they ask? My experience is more relevant to IB , so a bit concerned. They mention a potential call back later in the day for specific desks... is this where...
For the experienced: BB prop desk in USA or Euro BB sell-side options - London
Trying to decide, is it a good time to be prop at a bank ... or should I do something similar (rates, FX, commodities option market making) abroad and put off the prop for now, with an aim to go back to it later with more work-experience. I am relatively junior, not calling the shots anywhere....
DRW Business Analyst Interview
I was wondering if anyone knew how the interview for DRW's Summer business analyst position was? Is it as technical/quant as the trading DRW interviews?
Strategist VS Trader (Asia based)
Hi All,, I am offered 2 different positions, one is strategist position in global research team in a british bank and the other one is credit trader position in a japanese ibank....both r in Asia credit trading one is based in my home country.. I don't know which one to pick...seem that my...
Capitulation, and Why We Aren't There Yet (part 1)
It's been one hell of a week so far. There is no arguing that the overall trend is down, but we've seen some pretty wild swings. The volatility is a wet dream for the old trader in me. Just when you think you've seen it all, the mistress we call the market shows you a new side of herself (although...
2010 S&T Summer Internship with BAML
Several questions...Is anyone joining the S&T internship with Bank of America Merrill Lynch this summer? Also, does anyone know what the general responsibilities are for interns? Lastly, what are resources I can look over (besides Vault guide) to get a better sense for my role, industry, etc?...
Help! Commodity Traders
I'm not trying to come off desperate but here's my situation. I've wanted to do commodities trading ever since I did 2 summers on the New York Mercantile Exchange early on in college. Unfortunately, after many trading interviews, nothing was able to materialize when I graduated and I ended up taking...
S&T at different banks
I got a couple of summer internship offers. majority of the programs seem to be rotational so... no real distinction there. MS BAML RBC RBS (waiting on) all in S&T some help?
Muni Trader Interview
I have a 1st round phone interview tomorrow for an entry level muni bond trader position. I was wondering what kind of questions I might expect outside the standard S&T interview questions, as I'm not quite as familiar with munis as I am with other fixed income products. Thanks for any advice.
How much annual bonus and its growth can a programmer expect in trading industry
Hi all, I am a 2nd year software developer at a high-freq trading prop shop. My base+bonus is just a bit over $100K,and I am wondering how much annual bonus would be in general in this industry and how it will likely grow along with my experience. Also I am insterested in the comparison with the...
Trading Applying/Resume
I am looking to move to a trading firm in Chicago sometime this year but my current position isn't going to help much (Operations at a mutual fund company). I am aware of the stigma that this position holds. I have been trading on my own accounts for a little over a year in both equities and...
Input from Energy Traders: TransCanada
Looking at summer internships and just wanted some general feedback about TransCanada. Does it provide a good learning environment if I am interested in natural gas trading ? I know that Brian Hunter once worked there but not much else besides what I could gather from their website. Thank you in...
Trading Interview Guide
I was wondering if WSO would ever produce an interview guide specifically for trading interviews. Although the technical interview guide covers stocks and bonds- is there any more information that would prove beneficial to a potential candidate for FICC?
Is Banking or Consulting "Easier" To Break Into From A Non-Target?
Hey, I was wondering if banking, equity research , or trading is easier to break into (relatively speaking of course as they are all tough) from a non-target? I know all those industries are prestige whores, but is there one that is less whorish than the others (bad sentence, but I can't articulate...
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