Mergers and Inquisitions

AUGUST 16, 2023

As with investment banking in Hong Kong , I can summarize private equity in China in one sentence: “If you’re not Chinese, don’t even think about it, and even if you are Chinese, it’s best if you have great connections within the CCP and want to stay in China long-term.” This may change due to factors like the “decoupling” with the U.S.,

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OfficeHours

MAY 31, 2023

The discounted cash flow analysis, commonly referred to as the DCF, along with the Leverage Buyout Analysis, commonly referred to as the LBO, are some of the most commonly used and complex financial modeling techniques on the Street today. Are you preparing for the buyside?

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OfficeHours

AUGUST 20, 2023

Written by a Top OfficeHours Private Equity Coach Is PE a Good Fit for you? To know if the buyside is right for you, let’s start with a textbook understanding of “What is private equity?” During the hold period, the private equity firm can improve operations, management structure, and financial strategies to optimize the business.

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OfficeHours

JULY 22, 2023

Recruiting is starting and it will CONTINUE for some time… expect that so don’t fret — you can 100% get a solid shop offer even if you’re starting from the 5-Yard Line right now! Get the prep done as soon as you decide you want to recruit for PE – it will take 40-50 hours of prep total for most people.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Corporate finance jobs at normal companies are bad … …if you’re using them to break into a deal-based field, such as investment banking , private equity , or venture capital , or as a “Plan B” if you interview around but do not get into one of these. The key questions that corporate finance teams answer also vary.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

DECEMBER 4, 2024

But this started changing in the 2010s and early 2020s as team values skyrocketed and billionaires, sovereign wealth funds , and sports private equity firms all jumped into the sector. Regulations – Does the league allow private equity or other financial sponsor ownership? What is Sports Investment Banking? Can teams carry debt?

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Mergers and Inquisitions

APRIL 5, 2023

Sovereign Wealth Fund Strategies Sovereign wealth funds can invest in almost anything, from equities to fixed income to real estate, infrastructure, private equity, hedge funds, and more. Others operate more like funds of funds and delegate much of the investing process to private equity firms, hedge funds, and other asset managers.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

When you hear the words “healthcare private equity,” two thoughts probably come to mind: Wait a minute, isn’t healthcare a risky/growth-oriented sector? Before delving into these nuances, we should take a step back and define the sector: Definitions: What is a Healthcare Private Equity Firm? Why do PE firms operate there?

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OfficeHours

JUNE 2, 2023

Yes, we all read about it on forums and Reddit, but you do not actually experience what it is like to have to choose between prepping for recruiting or getting four hours of sleep. investment banking, private equity , VC, etc.) BEFORE you actually hit the desk. With all the great options out there – what is the best one to choose?

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Mergers and Inquisitions

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

While everyone seems to know about equity research and trading stocks, fixed income research gets far less attention. But a few other reasons also explain why fixed income often gets overlooked: the unstructured recruiting process, fewer job openings, and the “cushiness” of senior-level roles. closer to the work at a quant fund ).

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OfficeHours

MAY 24, 2023

If you would like a leg up in the recruiting process, consider pursuing courses that focus on finance, accounting, statistics, mathematics, engineering, and economics. MBA programs have recruiting events with all types and sizes of investment banks. investment banking, private equity , VC, etc.) and how our process works.

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OfficeHours

MAY 31, 2023

My degree didn’t make me a better financial modeler. Having spent the entirety of my own career in investment banking and then in private equity, my definition of success had become somewhat…rigid. investment banking, private equity , VC, etc.) I didn’t start a billion-dollar company. and how our process works.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Pair Trades: To achieve this market neutrality, trades are usually paired so that if you long one company in your universe, you’ll short another company, and the gains come from the spread (more on long/short equity ). Many funds, such as Point72, now recruit undergraduates directly via programs like the “Point72 Academy.”

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Wizenius

JUNE 5, 2023

To stand out from the crowd and catch the attention of recruiters, it is essential to include relevant keywords that demonstrate your expertise and align with the expectations of the industry. Financial Modelling: Proficiency in financial modelling is highly valued in the investment banking industry.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

JULY 26, 2023

But over the years, they morphed into a well-known topic and then a commonly derided topic – as many people argue that search fund experience is worthless, while others claim it’s “just as good” as working in banking or private equity. The post The Search Fund Internship: Perfect Pathway into Investment Banking and Private Equity Roles?

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Peak Frameworks

MAY 17, 2023

Additionally, if you’re interested in refining your Excel skills and recruiting for private equity, you should check out our , Private Equity Course. For example, in 2013, JPMorgan used VBA to build a custom model to forecast loan losses, which helped them save time and improve accuracy.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

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. The timing – The CFA is not very helpful in your last year of university due to the IB recruiting timeline. so this point is irrelevant for students.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

JULY 19, 2023

If you’re interested in long-only hedge funds, you should ask a different set of questions: Do these long-only funds offer any advantages over strategies like long/short equity ? Theoretically, an equity fund could be long-only and manage its risk by buying stocks that are negatively correlated with the market.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

APRIL 12, 2023

Over time, investment banking recruiting has become more impersonal with developments like HireVue interviews , online tests, and recruiters conducting the initial screens. People often complain about how it’s impossible to make a “good first impression” in a pre-recorded video or when speaking to a hapless recruiter.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

MAY 24, 2023

I’ll do a deep dive into the entire space in this article, including the top funds, example trades, recruiting, exit opportunities, and more. A long/short equity fund could find an undervalued company, like it for reasons A, B, and C, and argue that its price will increase by 50%.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

JANUARY 31, 2024

This setup creates many differences with multi-manager (MM) hedge funds , from investment styles to recruiting and careers. In-depth analysis that might take days or weeks, such as a financial model with 1,000 rows in Excel to assess a biopharma company’s valuation.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

JANUARY 10, 2024

By contrast, investment banking is more about advising companies on transactions such as M&A deals , equity and debt deals , and restructuring. In wealth management, you advise the same clients over long periods , but in IB, you hop from deal to deal – though some groups do operate on more of a “client service” model.

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Peak Frameworks

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Case in point: JP Morgan Chase utilized an OD strategy to manage the tumultuous transition during the 2008 financial crisis, demonstrating the potential of OD in the face of adversity. Change Management The financial sector is subject to constant change due to evolving regulations, market dynamics, and technological advancements.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Renewable Energy Investment Banking Definition: In renewable energy investment banking, bankers advise companies in the solar, wind, biofuel, storage, battery, smart grid, electric vehicle, hydrogen, hydroelectric, and carbon capture verticals on equity and debt issuances, asset deals, and mergers and acquisitions.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

AUGUST 2, 2023

Normally on this site, I write about a mix of careers, sectors within finance, financial modeling topics, and current events. If you send these emails to bankers in your networking/recruiting efforts, they will notice, and your chances of winning interviews and job offers will decrease.

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Wall Street Mojo

JANUARY 16, 2024

To fulfil the first goal, the organization has to recruit new team members and purchase additional equipment, which would require some capital. Unlock the art of financial modeling and valuation with a comprehensive course covering McDonald’s forecast methodologies, advanced valuation techniques, and financial statements.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

APRIL 19, 2023

Metals & Mining Investment Banking Definition: In metals & mining investment banking, professionals advise companies that find, produce, and distribute base metals, bulk commodities, and precious metals on debt and equity issuances and mergers and acquisitions.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

OCTOBER 11, 2023

While people obsess over investment banking and private equity, other sectors within finance, such as commercial real estate (CRE) , often go ignored. The exit opportunities are also quite good because many appraisal professionals get into development, investment sales, lending, and even real estate private equity roles.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

APRIL 2, 2025

If you already have our financial modeling course or the full IB Interview Guide, navigate to the first module of those courses to get everything. Equity Value vs. Enterprise Value and how to explain changes in these metrics. M&A and LBO modeling, including quick math questions.

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