Industry Questions

Question 1

What do Investment bankers do?

Answer 1

Investment bankers advise their clients on the sale or purchase of a business. They also help companies raise money by issuing stock, bonds, and other related securities.

Question 2

How does Investment Bankers compare to Sales and Trading?

Answer 2

Sales and trading buy and sell securities on behalf of their clients or bank

Question 3

What about Private Equity?

Answer 3

Private equity buys companies in LBO transactions with the aim of increasing the value and selling the companies in a few years for a profit or take the company public

Question 4

What is Bulge Bracket vs. Boutique Bank? What is the difference?

Answer 4

Bulge Bracket are typically larger, offer more products, and perform more deals throughout the year. Boutique banks are typically smaller, with more specific areas of expertise