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Investment Banking Spring Weeks: The Full Guide

Mergers and Inquisitions

All the bulge bracket banks in the U.K. It’s like the downsides of studying for the CFA : The certification won’t hurt you, but it’s not necessarily worth the time and money required. Which Banks Offer Spring Weeks? run them, but so do many elite boutiques (Lazard, Evercore, PJT, etc.),

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Fixed Income Research: The Overlooked Younger Brother of Equity Research?

Mergers and Inquisitions

As with equity research and hedge fund roles, there are two main options for breaking in: Complete the CFA , get fixed income-related internships, and start working directly in FI research, either at a bank or a buy-side firm.