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For pay trading programs
Ok I am looking to see if there are any worthwhile FOR PAY summer equity training programs. I see places like SMB have 7 or 8 week inhouse programs for 8k, but I see little discussion on the quality of these. I am not looking for a job oppurtunity as I am going into grad school next year. The cost...
Jane Street vs. DE Shaw
Jane St. & D. E. Shaw - who do you go with for ENTRY LEVEL TRADING? Compare and contrast: Learning Curve: Jane St has an awesome training program, DE Shaw doesn 't provide as much training but has a steep learning curve Compensation: Jane St. trader entry level $60k+bonus ($60k) vs. DE Shaw ~$110k...
College stock trading competitions list
I am looking to put together a list of college trading competitions, both for other WSO users reference and so our trading team can broading it's horizons. So for the ones I know about are: The Rotman International Trading Competition (RITC) iRotman Competition (Canada) Registration is $300 CAD....
EDF Trading: well known in the Energy Trading business?
Hi guys, Just wanted to know your take on these guys? Are they well known in the energy trading business? Or am I better off at a prop house, e.g. Gunvor.
I'm loving Gold atm.
Anyone else loving just how volatile Gold is at the moment? This much volume is good.
How do traders trade?
I got into trading a short while ago but am still a very raw newb. Please forgive me if my question sounds naive, because I don't really have exposure to the industry but hope to get there one day. I hope that you guys could explain how do traders (the non-quant, and non-system ones) at the hedge...
Broker Entertainment Threshold
How much $ in commission needs to be generated before brokers start giving you free perks? not talking about free lunches but more like comped dinners, shows, vacations, etc also, is there some sort of a general rule regarding the expected value of the comps vs. the $ value of commissions generated?...
Tibra Capital Test?
Hello, Has anyone taken the Tibra Capital in house exam? Do you know if it scratch paper is allowed for the math portion? I'm trying to figure out if I should brush up my mental arithmetic or work on being more efficient with paper calculations. Thanks.
Breaking into large HF from BB trading analyst role
Hi everyone, There seems to be ample information regarding the process behind moving from BB IBD to PE megafunds on this forum, but a dearth of it with respect to the process behind moving to a large HF (Soros, Pequot, Caxton) in a junior PM/junior trader role, from a BB S&T analyst program. Does...
PNC salary?
Is anyone here familiar with what PNC is paying first year analysts within their capital markets groups? Is base salary the same across the board? Bonuses? Thanks
Global Access for Retail Brokerages
Is there a retail brokerage service that can give local currency stock / bond market access (i assume while charging some forex spread) on a global basis for an integrated retail platform? so if i wanted to buy bhp billiton shares in australian dollars or brazilian gov bonds in reais, i could open a...
Ronin Capital: more information regarding interview for assistant trader position
Anybody know about this firm? They're a prop shop in Chicago that mostly trades equity options. I have an interview for an assistant trader position. Do you know what the base for this job would be?
Firms with the best training
A decent number of prop shops provide training for the incoming junior traders. Which firms do you guys think offer the best training? I've heard great things about DRW (classes, very thorough immersion in fixed income markets).
Do you have what it takes to be a trader?
Do you have what it takes to be a trader? Barclays Capital has created a game to test the average person’s ability to handle stress and think quickly. The game is designed to simulate a fast-paced trading environment, but is not an assessment of any kind, or any indication of future success with...
Need Some Insight
Hello Wall Street Oasis, I've been a big fan of the site for a while, but this is my first post. Before I start, I would like to apologize for the douchbaggey-sounding username, I couldn't really think of one, and this one kind of amused me.
Anyone know/recommend any practice platform to trade commodity derivatives?
Hello I was wondering if anyone here knows of any platforms that i can download (use via web) which replicate the real time market scenarios that allow you to use derivatives in a practice account for commodities. Want to get my feet wet in this as in the past i started by practicing equities but...
Anyone with LES Trading?
I am just about to join LES Trading they are fairly new outfit in NY , has anyone had any experience trading with them? I met with them this week and they seem like a reputable group and was pleased with their offer. Any other traders with them and if so what has your experience been like trading at...
A Convex Trade
Hiya, I read the other day about something referred to as a convex trade, seems as if that is a good thing, but could someone explain a bit more? Thanks
Cold Emailing Within Current Firm
If you're working for a bulge bracket or large bank and you are looking to change positions would it be advisable to cold email managers in the new department? If you're working in PWM at the firm and want to move into S&T would cold emailing VP's/MD's on a desk work? Can easily grab all their...
From a Top 10 Business School to PWM to Trading? Is it possible?
Hey guys, just wanted to gauge everyone on this. I went to IU's Kelley School of Business (undergrad) and graduated May 2010 (finance major). I've always been doing sales so after getting rejected by a few banks (I definitely didn't work as hard as I should have to land a IB job), I decided Wealth...
Senior guy leaving the firm, what happens to the fresh junior?
Just been wondering, what would be the likely scenario, if on the trading floor the most senior guy(be him a MD, director or whoever holding the real influence within the team) who picked you up as an incoming analyst left the firm to join its competitor only a couple months after you joined the...
Anybody have room for an SA?
Alright guys, here is my situation: Have a FT offer for S&T with a BB , but I just got accepted to Oxford for a two-year master's program and I have decided it is best to go. I ultimately want to work in S&T , but I think in the long run going to Oxford will pay dividends and it will be a fantastic...
Hedge Fund vs. Trading?
Hey guys, I'm starting full-time in banking this summer but haven't received my group placement yet. I'm trying to decide between going into a markets type role (a group that deals with FX hedging, rates hedging, DCM , etc.) to try to transition into trading or to go into lev...
Good IB/HF/ST internships in DFW?
I'm looking for an internship in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. I currently have one with a hedge fund in FW, but looking to add another one to resume. I've checked out Luther King Capital Management, Morgan Keegan's FW office, and a few others. Anybody have any suggestions or know of job openings?
How would you go about this idea?
I've got a concept that i came up with while working at my old company (no issue with who owns it, trust me, it was an idea that popped into my head while looking at a screen). It revolves around information, rather than a particular strategy based on prices etc., and its logically sound (have run...
Help analyzing some things from an interview I had
So I had a job interview for a BB graduate trading position in london. The interview was a one on one with the team leader and the position was for a position in her team. The interview actually went well but I got the feeling at the end that she probably does not want to hire me. I got this feeling...
internship indecision
A little background- I am a junior at a top liberal arts school that has decided on either Asset Management or sales and trading . I have been networking with alums for months and it hasn't really paid off until this week. I have interviewed at a bunch of places but could not "seal the deal." These...
Thanks WSO. My new title is "Head Trader". Success Story??
Just got through my 1st week as "Head Trader". I work for a large retail mortgage lender. After being on the sales/origination side for 10 yrs, I made the switch to our 2ndary markets team. Main role is to set up hedge positions for our pipeline (currently at 3.5B). Then via phone/trade web, I...
Derivatives Operations to Trading - Seeking clarification
Hi All, I am new to WSO and thought I would seek clarification to the doubt that has been clinging on to my mind for some time now. I would be joining a BB ( GS /MS) in their Derivatives Operations. My job description reads - "Ensuring all the trade economics, pay-off profiles (complex maths...
Advice Needed... HELP!
Graduated in 2009 from target, but got stuck doing operations at a non-bank financial institution for the past 18 months (think Bloomberg, Reuters, Dealogic, etc). Good grades, but no internship experience at all. Recently received an offer from a options market maker as a trainee trader (recent...
Goldman Sachs Institutional Sales Analyst Interview Help
So I have an interview with GS for a position called "Securities, Equities, Institutional Sales, Analyst" in San Francisco. Here is the Job Summary & Responsibilities: Summary: This San Francisco-based team covers institutional clients in equities across the West Coast. Principal Responsibilities:...
S&T Summer Intern Clothing Guide
After a 2 months pause, Levered Hedge is back. Recruiting is pretty much all over and focus has turned to preparing for summer internships. One of the main concerns of every intern is in the attire arena, as for many this may be the first time you have to dress for a business environment for an...
S&T Recruitment 2011: An Applicants Story
Introduction I thought it would be helpful to write down my experience these past 3 months. I’ve been applying to S&T and Asset Management positions for the past several months. In total, I’ve received 4 offers from Big Banks, including Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley. Though I’m glad it’s...
Fundamental-Driven Trading Desks
Hey guys, Going to be interning at a top BB in S &T this summer, and want some advice on what trading desks to try out or rotate through. I want to look into products/desks that have a component of fundamental analysis to them. Now, I know trading at a BB is more about market making and fast-paced...
Questions about Studying Abroad
Hi there, I'm a soph at a target (one of HYPW) looking to get a SA internship in S&T next year. CS major, high GPA, although admittedly I haven't done much networking. I'm thinking about studying abroad at Oxford either next Spring for the entire year. (Edit: to clarify, I can choose between a full...
Double Degree - Finance With Math or Computer Science?
Hey WSO , I know there have been a couple similar threads (The one with the Wharton and some previous Waterloo DD w. S&T threads) but I still want some opinion, etc. I plan on going to the University of Waterloo and Wilfred Laurier University double degree for either Math/BBA or CompSci/BBA and of...
Transfer to trading
Hi guys - long time lurker, first time poster. Would appreciate some advise. I'm a 1st year quant analyst in the Analytics group of a BB investment bank, and have an undergrad degree in math and cs . I didn't really know what trading was when I went through recruiting back in college, but have come...
GE Asset Management Trading / Assistant PM
Need help to prep for interview with GE Asset Management for High Grade Corporates Trading / Assistant Portfolio Manager seat. I have a couple years in flow trading on credit trading desk at top investment bank directly out of undergrad at an Ivy. First time interviewing for an junior PM + trading...
Question about Undergrad and Future Options
Here is my problem: I'm an undergrad at a private school in Buffalo, NY . I want to work in ibanking, and I don't care what hell I have to go through to get there. I know the odds are against me already. Here is a brief description of how I stand: -3.5 GPA -Did not come from old money -Did not come...
Georgia Tech vs Stanford Masters in Engineering- Which one will open more doors in Banking?
Hello All I have a question/dilemma. I am an undergrad majoring in Electrical Engineering (from Georgia Tech) and am looking to go on for my Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering. I have 2 options for my Master's- I can either go to Stanford or to Georgia Tech. I have a very good undergraduate...
What's the best job for me (crosspost)
Original post "Hey guys, been doing some thinking lately... Do I really want to go into trading ? I like doing dilligent due dilligence, speaking to other investors, contacting companies' IR, following the markets as a whole.. Is trading the best thing? If not, what else do you suggest I have a look...
Rant: Intel-gathering disguised as "Job" interview
Rant: Competitve intelligence-gathering disguised as "Job" interview Alright, I'm not going to name any names, because of my predicament, but in broad strokes, I've been on 3 different "job interviews" for trader positions, that were actually just competitive intelligence-gathering operations:...
Impending market crash?
http://www.zerohedge.com/article/welcome-confiden… What do you guys think?
What's the best job for me?
Hey guys, been doing some thinking lately... Do I really want to go into trading ? I like doing dilligent due dilligence, speaking to other investors, contacting companies' IR, following the markets as a whole.. Is trading the best thing? If not, what else do you suggest I have a look at? Thanks for...
Most Capital Intense Product Areas within S&T?
can anyone shed some light on which products (commodities, rates, equities, credit, fx; and their derivatives) are more capital intense, which ones to a lesser extent and why?
Trading vs. Investing
I don't know if this is a stupid question, but I'm just curious: is there a difference between trading and investing?
Does retail brokerage companies like FXCM actually trade for themselves?
Please excuse me if I have just asked a stupid question because I'm a rookie in trading . What I know is that companies like FXCM provide online platforms for investors to trade for themselves, and also provide some products and market news. But do they trade for themselves or for other investors at...
Worst mistake you have seen on a resume or have made yourself?
What is the worst? or some of the one's you have seen
what is the Prop trading for F500 companies called (supposing its a non bank like cardinal health or nationwide)?!!!!
hello all I have a question about what the title of this certain position might be called. So when a company has extra money laying around after pay after paying everybody etc. Do they typically have a sector called "investments" that is in charge of taking that extra money and investing it in some...
Sales & Trading in Asia - GENERAL
I was wondering about Sales & Trading in Asia. My situation is a bit unique ... I worked at Bear for around a year before they went down, in Risk Mgmt. Moved to an M&A Boutique in SF for about 1.5 years after that before quitting ... Currently i'm an entrepreneur based in Seoul. I want to break back...
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