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Where Do The Flying Rumors Leave You?

H. Friedman Search

Because the firms we are fortunate enough to represent are the non/bulge bracket firms that know where they are going today and are planning for a successful future. These are the bankers that will always be in demand, and the firms that embrace this type of professional will secure their future.

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Portfolio trading is on the up but only some can make it pay

The TRADE

The protocol appeals to the sell-side for several reasons, namely the fact that they can take a basket of securities and use them in other trades, special purpose vehicles (SPV) or, importantly, the exchange traded fund (ETF) create and redeem process. Portfolio trades have historically helped many institutions to move big blocks of risk.

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Investment Banking in India: Please Avoid It and Try Again in Another Country

Mergers and Inquisitions

based bulge brackets (GS, MS, JPM, Citi, and BofA) are the strongest international banks, and Avendus, Kotak, JM Financial, ICICI, and Axis are the strongest domestic firms. Among the bulge brackets, the U.S.-based based firms (GS, MS, Citi, JPM, and BofA) tend to perform best.

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The Reality of Investment Banking in India: A Deep Dive into Lifestyle, Qualifications, and Compensation

Wizenius

Performance during summer associate internships can significantly enhance your chances of securing a full-time position, making these stints critical for aspiring bankers. For bulge bracket firms, this can rise to 35–50 LPA. Meanwhile, aspiring associates typically need to hold an MBA from top-tier institutions such as the IIMs.

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9 Concepts We Can Learn About Raising Capital From How2Exit's Interview W/ Richard Luftig

How2Exit

He then worked for what are called bulge bracket investment banks, mostly in the capital market space. Concept 6: Unlock Liquidity In Private Securities Unlocking liquidity in private securities has been a challenge for businesses and investors alike. In 2000, Richard's partner left and he left for Bear Stearns.

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Challenges for the buy-side and research providers become a reality as SEC allows ‘no-action’ research letter to lapse

The TRADE

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has allowed its no-action letter to the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA), based on enforcements surrounding research services, to expire – reinforcing that it was not intended to be permanent solution.

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Private Equity in China: The Worst of Both Worlds?

Mergers and Inquisitions

Investment Banking Experience at Bulge Bracket or Top Domestic Banks – As with PE anywhere, you need a few years of IB experience to be competitive in most cases. Working at the bulge brackets or elite boutiques is better for international funds, while IB experience at the top Chinese banks (CICC, CITIC, Huatai, Haitong, etc.)