Mergers and Inquisitions

JUNE 14, 2023

A long time ago, most questions were about Excel, financial modeling , and how to find data quickly. I get the obsession with The Shiny New Thing, but if you’re a new hire in banking or another corporate finance role, boring old PowerPoint might be your highest-ROI skill. can InternGPT do everything for you?).

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Investment Banking Bank Banking Investment 71

Mergers and Inquisitions

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

I’ve now been writing about finance careers for almost 20 years, and the topic of the CFA for investment banking never seems to die. Financial Modeling or Python / Data Science / AI: Starting in 2024, you must complete a “Practical Skill Module” on one of these topics for Levels I and II of the exam.

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CFA Investment Banking Bank Banking 59

Wizenius

JULY 9, 2023

The choice between working in a bulge bracket investment bank or a boutique investment bank depends on individual preferences and career goals. They also tend to have broader exit opportunities, such as moving to private equity, corporate finance, or executive roles within large corporations.

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Bulge Bracket Boutique Financial Modeling Financial Models 52

OfficeHours

AUGUST 9, 2023

Once improved, the exit can then take place, usually in the form of another sale or an Initial Public Offering (IPO), both of which are usually under the advice of an investment bank. The good news is that there are many transferable skills from investment banking (and other non-traditional finance roles) to private equity.

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Private Equity Equities Investment Banking Investment 130

OfficeHours

AUGUST 20, 2023

During the hold period, the private equity firm can improve operations, management structure, and financial strategies to optimize the business. Once improved, the exit can then take place, usually in the form of another sale or an Initial Public Offering (IPO), both of which are usually under the advice of an investment bank.

Private Equity 130

Private Equity Equities Investment Banking Finance 130

OfficeHours

JUNE 12, 2023

At the junior level, running the model and valuation analyses will be one of your primary workstreams as a private equity professional. If you were part of a finance or investment club in college, you can definitely highlight that experience to show that you have the investing mindset that it takes to succeed in private equity.

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Private Equity Equities Investment Valuation 147

Peak Frameworks

MAY 2, 2024

If you're interested in breaking into finance, check out our Private Equity Course and Investment Banking Course , which help thousands of candidates land top jobs every year. Valuation Techniques: Employing discounted cash flow (DCF) and comparative analysis to ascertain the target’s value.

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Mergers Mergers and Acquisitions Financial Analysis Discounted Cash Flow 52

Peak Frameworks

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Retainer fees , an integral part of the finance landscape, offer security for both professionals and clients. While they're seen in numerous sectors, their significance shines particularly in investment banking , private equity, and corporate finance. Why Retainer Fees?

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Finance Finance Mergers and Acquisitions Private Equity 52

Devensoft

AUGUST 22, 2023

Financial Modeling Software: Advanced financial modeling software, like Microsoft Excel with specialized add-ins or dedicated financial modeling tools, allows for complex enterprise value calculations. These tools may incorporate sophisticated valuation techniques and scenarios.

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Valuation M&A Utilities Mergers and Acquisitions 52

Mergers and Inquisitions

JULY 3, 2024

That gave IB Analysts about a year to gain deal experience, learn financial modeling , and make sure they wanted to do the job. But that timeline crept up over time, slowing down only in “crisis periods,” such as in 2009 (financial crisis aftermath) and 2020 – 2021 (COVID). They just want the most motivated/hardcore candidates.

Recruitment 59

Recruitment Private Equity Equities Funds 59

Wall Street Mojo

JANUARY 16, 2024

Financial Modeling & Valuation Courses Bundle (25+ Hours Video Series) –>> If you want to learn Financial Modeling & Valuation professionally , then do check this ​ Financial Modeling & Valuation Course Bundle ​ ( 25+ hours of video tutorials with step by step McDonald’s Financial Model ).

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Financial Modeling Financial Models Business Valuation 52