Mergers and Inquisitions

JUNE 5, 2024

The work might not be for you , even if you’re good at it – for example, maybe you find deals far more interesting than building a client book or managing their portfolios. For example, corporate banking would satisfy many of these goals.

Investment Banking 59

Investment Banking Management Bank Banking 59

Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

AUGUST 16, 2024

The PE group will expect you to remain on board and work closely with their portfolio team to enhance the business through internal initiatives (like improving processes and driving organic growth) and by helping evaluate acquisition opportunities. More direct involvement for a longer timeframe.

Private Equity 52

Private Equity Equities Investment Business 52

Mergers and Inquisitions

MARCH 22, 2023

Before this deal, I had expected that “CS First Boston” would become another elite boutique and a strong competitor to the likes of Evercore, Lazard, and Moelis. Also, many of the elite boutiques will benefit because they’ll be perceived as “lower risk” after this crisis due to their lack of large Balance Sheets. Klein & Co.

Bank 98

Bank Banking Government Investment Banking 98

Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Platform or Add-on The first thing that private equity funds will determine is whether your business is a strong candidate for a platform investment or if it would be more suited to be an add-on to an existing portfolio company. As a seller, you will want to be realistic about which route is better for your business in the long-term.

Private Equity 52

Private Equity Funds Equities Debt 52

The TRADE

OCTOBER 26, 2023

UK-based boutique fixed income trading desk BlueBay Asset Management is beginning a new chapter in its life. The trading team work closely in tandem with portfolio managers when preparing a strategy. Hard currency traders execute emerging market sovereign and corporate debt, denominated in a non-local currency.

Trading 98

Trading Asset Management Management Electronics 98

Mergers and Inquisitions

JANUARY 10, 2024

The Nature of the Work: Markets, Analysis, Sales, and Interpersonal Skills Wealth management (WM) requires broader knowledge of the financial markets since you may have to advise clients on everything from their portfolio allocations to upcoming tax changes. Think: benchmarking portfolios rather than modeling companies.

Investment Banking 59

Investment Banking Management Bank Banking 59

Mergers and Inquisitions

APRIL 24, 2024

We’ll return to this point later, but in finance, it’s more common to do a pre-MBA internship at a small VC/PE firm or boutique bank rather than a bulge bracket bank. Pre-MBA programs at large companies tend to be more common and important in tech and consulting; internships at boutique firms (via networking) are more common in finance.

IT 59

IT Investment Banking Recruitment Finance 59

Mergers and Inquisitions

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Most dedicated distressed funds offer less liquidity and longer lock-up periods than other hedge funds, and they tend to hold positions for months or years with fairly concentrated portfolios. Two relevant internships in 1L and 2L, such as at a restructuring boutique bank and a PE or credit-related one.

Debt 103

Debt Funds Investment Equities 103

Mergers and Inquisitions

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Finally, many renewable energy debt deals take place within Project Finance teams at banks – but Project Finance and corporate finance are very different ! Per FTI Consulting , solar, wind, and “portfolio” (mixed asset) deals account for 60% of renewable M&A activity in the U.S.: What Do You Do as an Analyst or Associate?

Investment Banking 59

Investment Banking Bank Banking Investment 59

Periculum Capital

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Periculum began formally working with Mi-Tech in December 2019 to find a buyer that could strengthen the Company’s global supply chain, realize significant strategic synergies and qualify to own Mi-Tech ’s portfolio of customer relationships that included controlled and classified federal government programs.

Sale 52

Sale IT Government M&A 52

OfficeHours

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

From Investment Banking to Corporate Development at Walt Disney by OfficeHours Jake Winans is a former Investment Banking Analyst who now is a Senior Strategy Analyst at The Walt Disney Company, focusing on digital and linear content monetization.

Private Equity 130

Private Equity Equities Investment Banking Analyst Investment Banking 130

Mergers and Inquisitions

APRIL 19, 2023

Diversified Miners – These companies have a wide global portfolio of mines, and they extract, produce, and distribute just about every metal in the two categories above. AISC is usually defined as the cash costs to operate the mine plus corporate G&A, reclamation costs, exploration/study costs, and the required development and CapEx.

Investment Banking 52

Investment Banking Bank Banking Investment 52

Growth Business

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Corporate investors may offer strategic value alongside funding, particularly in relevant industries. Look into their investment history and portfolio to understand how they think, make decisions, and manage their investments. Private equity usually focuses on more established businesses for growth funding or buyouts.

Investment 97

Investment Investors Equities Business 97

Mergers and Inquisitions

DECEMBER 18, 2024

For example, you dont need to work at a bulge bracket or elite boutique bank to participate; you could work at a smaller bank, in management consulting, or another finance-related field (Big 4, corporate development, valuation, etc.). Portfolio Companies: You need to know the firms companies, deals, and strategies very well.

Private Equity 98

Private Equity Recruitment Equities Middle Market 98