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  • Moelis & Company 01 98.9%
  • JPMorgan 01 98.4%
  • Morgan Stanley 07 97.9%
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Overall Employee Satisfaction

October 2026 Investment Banking

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  • Morgan Stanley 02 98.9%
  • Evercore 01 98.4%
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Professional Growth Opportunities

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