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How would you market yourself if.... I average 4-8% per month
Background: got into trading about 2 years ago, went to an average college, work in sales for bank (my job has no relation to trading). I can day trade all day during work, and spend an hour before work paper trading, and 5 hours after work studying trading and paper trading. My results are very...
Unsure of best career direction - UK engineering student (semi-target)
I am currently studying engineering at a UK semi-target (nottingham) which usually gets 2 or 3 grads into a given FO intake in a good year. Unlike most I am studying engineering, but also have a distinct interest in finance, particularly financial free markets. I will also openly admit, that I place...
Looking for Quantitative Systematic Trading Strategies
We are a trading platform of managers with systematic strategies. We have relationships with several large institutional investors who are committed to investing $25 MM with our mangers within the first two months and $200 MM within one year. We are looking for some new managers with systematic...
Work in Fidessa VS prop trading firm
I have been working in a prop trading firm for about 2 years, managing IT projects as well as working closely with traders for catering their new requests. Recently there is an opportunity to join Fidessa, one of the world's largest trading software vendor used by quite a wide range of ibanks /...
Goldman PIPG group
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Future Contracts for Silver and Gold
Hi all! I'm new in trading Commodities. What do you think about Trading Silver and Gold? This is the future contracts for Gold: Contract Size: 100 troy ounces. Price Quote & Tick Size: Dollars and cents per ounce; minimum tick size is ten cents per ounce or $10.00 per contract. Contract Months: All...
Commodities Oil Trading
BP LOSES TRADING SWAGGER AFTER BLOWOUT AS RIVALS SNATCH TALENT With their bonuses likely to be decimated by the company’s financial problems, many BP traders are eyeing opportunities at Wall Street firms or with companies overseas. They are among the most sought-after professionals in the...
Liquid Capital interview
Hello everyone, Has anyone gone through a final round finance interview with Liquid Capital Markets? What was it like? Also any info on them that's not on their website would be greatly appreciated. Many thanks
Mutual Fund Trader Salary
How much does a buyside trader working at a large mutual fund like FMR ( Fidelity Management & Research), or Pioneer, AIM, etc. earn in a salary? Thanks
BB Trading Internship
Anyone out there currently doing doing an internship in S&A at one of the BB 's? If so, can you please tell me your experiences with your department thus far (i.e. your daily responsibilities, culture of the firm, etc.)
Paris Trading
So I have a bit of a question that I posted a few days ago, but I guess I just wrote it in too convoluted a manner. In terms of getting my shit together mentally and planning for summer 2011 internships, I'm trying to decide my course of action in trying to land an S & T summer gig. Long and short...
Hedge funds or trading comps in Minneapolis/St. Paul
I am a junior looking for a trading internship. Anyone knows any hedge funds or trading shops in Minneapolis or St.Paul? Thanks so much
European SA recruiting
Hi all, So obviously it's quite early to be thinking about 2011 SA recruiting but I'm a planner by nature and have the "unpleasant affliction" of being Canadian. I'm looking to pursue an S&T summer internship next summer, preferably in Europe (London, Paris, Geneva, Zurich, etc. in Western Europe)....
A Bankrupt BP - Worse For The Financial World Than Lehman Brothers?
The BP crisis in the Gulf of Mexico has rightfully been analysed (mostly) from the ecological perspective. People’s lives and livelihoods are in grave danger. But that focus has equally masked something very serious from a financial perspective, in my opinion, that could lead to an acceleration of...
Series 55
Hello, I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for series 55 study materials. I don't like STC as I think their books are filled with excess crap that's not needed for the tests, but if anyone found any other good Series 55 books let me know, right now I'm leaning towards the Kaplan one. Also,...
Prop Firms - IDEAL Candidate Credentials
What would be the ABSOLUTE IDEAL candidate for one of these top prop firms ( Jane Street , FNYS, Optiver , etc.) ? Particular school, particular internships (and if so, what department), desired majors, particular activities (like winning a trading contest, or being a successful poker player) etc. ?...
Calling MD after final round to amend the situation?
Here is the deal, I have been on a structured products interview from an top bank. The bank used two different head-hunters, call A and B. I got throught round 1, round2 and went on the final round. The structured product consist of Sales, Trading and Structuring and was looking for 2 candidates....
What is US Power Trading?
Do you guys know what US power trading is? It's under commodities desks, but I'm not sure what exact commodities they trade.(ex. natural gas) Do they trade other assets like equities and bonds too??
accounting v trading
I'm a college student at University of Illinois. I'm debating which career path to follow. For accounting I'd pretty much be guaranteed a job at a big four firm and it won't be as demanding as s/t or ibd . I'm just wondering anything about the job within 5 years that is associated with trading. If i...
what is COO Team ?
whats COO Team in an investment bank ?
Trading Opportunities in San Fran/Bay Area
Are there any BBs or shops with significant trading operations in the San Fran/Bay area?
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Comp at BB for An/Assoc/VP/ED/MD
What is the approximate all-in comp for market-maker traders at a BB at different levels? Analyst - 100k? Assoc VP ED MD
Colleges for trading?
I am an entering soph at UNC Chapel Hill, and I'm an international student. I'll major in computer science. My freshman year consisted of mainly introductory courses, and I got A's in most courses (Math, Introductory Computer Science, Introductory Finance courses) except English 102 and my foreign...
Legit prop shops in NYC ?
a lot of the prop firms and options market makers discussed on here are in chicago ... does anyone know of any major ones (ones that pay a salary, good reputation, etc.) in NYC , besides Trillium, FNYS and Jane Street ?
John Tabacco's "The Daily Short Report"
Hi, Recent lurker of the forums, and i decided to join because i felt i finally had something to contribute. I recently landed an internship with John Tabacco (CEO, LocateStock), and I'm currently managing his blog. I'd really appreciate any commentary on all aspects of the blog. Could you see...
best position for quant w/ soft skills; future hedge fund rockstar training
For the folks with actual industry experience, I would like to hear your thoughts on... 1). For someone with both quant (think MFE) and fundamental analysis skills (think CFA), as well as good soft skills (think MBA), what would be the best fit... In terms of function - would a strategist position...
Trading /ES: Do impressive practice accounts accounts carry weight when applying for a trading position at legit prop firms??
I am interested in trading the /ES at a proprietary trading firm because I could benefit from a team oriented environment would like to learn how other professionals prefer to trade. Though I have a lot of experience trading equities on a short term basis I am relatively new to trading futures with...
Need Interview Candidates for Trading Role at $25 Billion Fund
One of L.A.'s close friends has kindly shared this position for all members who are interested in the role. Please e-mail [email protected] for more information. portfolio management Associate COMPANY DESCRIPTION: Arrowstreet Capital, L.P. is a Boston based firm that provides global and...
S&T post MBA - how often does this happen?
I was looking to get some advice on post MBA opportunities in the US. I was hoping to get some insights on how easy it would be to secure an Equity Research or S&T role post-H/W/S MBA? Doesn't seem like they place a lot of people into these roles but that might also be a function of the students who...
Slaes and Trading: Gleacher & Co. vs. Cantor Fitzgerald and other boutiquish firms
Rankings aside, I don't think enough light is shed on mid bracket and boutique firms with regards to compensation, prestige, start-up help(building a book) etc. Do you only measure these firms by their investment banks in terms of supporting their sales and trading . Are there any pros these firms...
Where can we see the Dow by the end of this week?.... Above or Below the 10,000 level?
Where can we see the Dow by the end of this week?.... Above or Below the 10,000 level?
European Hours from NY Salary Adjustment
So most firms give additional compensation (talking about base salary here) to traders who work the overnight shift in New York, live hours for either European or Asian markets, does anyone know how much base salary is adjusted for this? For example if the normal trader salary was 100k the adjusted...
Predictions for Euro-Bullish or Bearish?
Predictions for the Euro- Bullish or Bearish?
Does GS have a prop group that trades FX / rates?
Does GS have a prop group that trades FX / rates? (kinda of like Principal Strategies for equities) Thanks!
GS Prinicpal Strategies
Is there a Goldman macro prop desk that trades rates / currencies / etc.? Is that a particular desk within Principal Strategies? Also is GS Principal Strategies different from GS Investment Partners? What is the difference? Thanks!
Trade associate position at Bridgewater
I recently talked to a headhunter about this role. Does anyone know much about it or someone who has held this position? It seems like a combination of execution trading and research.
Help 2 FX questions
I am reading books these days and finding these 2 questions critical for my understanding of the FX market. Can you take a look at them when you have time? Thanks! 1. According to Real interest rate differential model, in a low risk aversion environment investors tend to invest in a high interest...
Transfer (Michigan -> Duke) ?
Hi everyone, I am considering transferring to Duke from the University of Michigan (Ann Arbor). I have already thought about this choice based on cost, fit, and the like. I want to get your perspectives on whether or not I should transfer based only on how it will affect my future career in the...
quant asset management vs structuring vs consulting
I have received following offers: a quant analyst within Asset Management at a MM bank and structuring/Trader/quant at structured derivative desk within another MM bank. Which one is more prestigious and gives the best exit opportunities? Ultimately wants to be placed at a HF or moving to a BB ... I...
Trading and Prestige
Does the brand name or the prestige of the firm matter as much if you are a junior trader as opposed to an IBD analyst? I figure your specific group's performance and your PnL would matter a lot more than the prestige of your bank's name. Am I correct or no? Specifically, I'm talking about a job in...
Trade Floor with IM Firm...Was told to be the man in Excel...Suggestions?
I landed an internship this summer in IM on the trade floor. My interviewers stressed the importance of Microsoft Excel . Specifically, being able to handle large amounts of data using VLookups, Macros, Bloomberg Integration, Modeling, etc... Can anyone throw some ideas out in regard to what...
Sales, Trading, Structuring, Research
I realize that under the Sales & Trading umbrella there are many positions such as structuring, research, etc... excluding the salesmen and traders I know that structuring consists of sophisticated teams that create the products that the sales/ trading teams needs/wants, and the research teams can...
List of Worlds Largest Petroleum Companies
BHP Billiton, Australia BP, United Kingdom Citgo, Venezuela Gazprom, Russia Global Energy Swiss AG, ZUG, Swizterland Gulf Oil, Luxembourg Kuwait Gulf Oil Company, Kuwait Locstein Petroleum Commodities, Switzerland LUKoil, Russia Nippon Oil, Japan Oman Oil Company (OOC), Oman PETRONAS, Malaysia Qatar...
Prime Services or Trading?
I just received an offer from a BB Prime Services division to be an Analyst.... its on the sales/origination side. How do you think this offer compares to a non-BB trading job or a hedge fund trading assistant job? (In terms of job security, compensation, prestige, etc) Thanks! -LOR
Arbitrage - Does it really exist?
Well given the nose dive that occurred a few days ago, I think its safe to say to algo trading is alive (and well?). What I want to know is if there are any traders (no students with theory please) who actually are making it with arbitrage trades. I'm talking real arbitrage, not trades on market...
FI trading at "the private bank"??
Does anyone here know anything about fixed income trading at the 'private bank' division of a top BB ? How different would this be from a more traditional institutional trading job? Are the private wealth advisors the 'sales-people' who would send you the trade orders? Is this even considered an S&T...
How Do the Pros Go Long?
OK, so you've done your homework and you know AT&T is going to pop 10% over the next week. I know that the magnitude and timing of the increase will dictate your strategy here so just go with this assumption. I'm on the sell side, so haven't had much exposure to this. How do the pros go long? I...
Poker Player - Trading Novice
I graduated in May 2009 w/ an engineering degree, and since then I've been playing online poker professionally for about a year while I've been figuring things out. In 2009, I made a shade over $100k in cash games in ~700 hours of play. I am beginning my job search and I am very interested in...
Credit Portfolio Trading. How is it?
I am going to be an SA at a big bank this summer. I just learned I am going to be at the credit portfolio trading desk... To be honest, I don't really know anything about that desk.. How is it comparing to a normal rates, FX, or commodities desk? If this desk is mainly trading or hedging the bank's...
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