For those who work in financial analysis roles, do you use statistical analysis to confirm statistically significant trends (ie patterns that are not due to chance)?

I'm starting thinking of starting Minecraft for education. Any tips, trick, or ideas? Please share!

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Any one aware whether global skill strategy visa is still working for intra company transfer?

Asking cuz my org has committed the same however the immigration consultant is saying it would take 42 weeks and GSS visa is scrapped.

Is there any new permanent roles open who is currently a senior recruiter. I been with the company a year and I am not being challenged

How do those of you that struggle w/depression handle working at home? Going in to the office gives me a reason to get out of bed in the morning but I’m struggling today due to offices closed (snow)

Hi fishes,

I got a offer of 26lpa(23.5 fixed and 2.5 variable) from genpact and 21 lpa (20 fixed , 1 joining) from epam, not sure which one should I join. Please if someone can advice me which i should join keeping ressession in mind. Thanks in advance@

Let’s say you’re the main character of some action movie. Think military / Jason Bourne / Ethan Hunt type of guy. You’re only bringing one watch with you on your mission across the world. Streets of Paris, African jungles, Southeast Asia, and wherever else the mission takes you. What watch you wearing?

Why are some people willing to do anything / obsessed about getting the green card in the U.S.?

When I asked them, they usually say they like American lifestyle. I love lifestyle in France, but I was in France, I was OK if I can't stay. Just trying to understand here so that I can have more empathy.

Got the call today about promotion - super excited for this next leg. Also a bit nervous given performance expectations and the market right now. I know things will improve and I'm in a great service line with huge future growth potential, but a little daunting nonetheless. Great way to start the weekend!

Based on your experience how many targets does a buyer evaluate for each deal that closes?

Any great resume-writer recos? I need help!

Anyone looking for a full time job in media buying or programmatic?

Are any members of this group producers at an independent agency?

I've recently taken over managing the hiring process for the complex lit/mass tort section of my firm, and am wondering what platforms you'd be most likely to use as a paralegal to find a new position? Currently looking at Indeed & Robert Half, but want to make sure I'm casting a wide net to find the best candidates.

Countries such as Turkey, Israel, Sweden, Spain are hiring aggressively. A simple LinkedIn search of your prospective role in these locations should give you an idea

Who’s going to CPX?

I had quite the day the other day. Coustmer comes in and then ends up leaving with a grossed out look on his face just for him to put in a complaint about my appearance...he down right called me some nasty things for no reason. Still feeling gross about it. He was upset for no reason as far as I'm concerned.

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What Skill set is required for IT Business Analyst?

Tip for anyone taking the CAIA exam, get UpperMark. Was using willey and was abt 1/2 complete and borrowed a friends test bank … night and day much harder and honestly was more like what I expected

Does having a CVA (certified valuation analyst) useful? have heard mixed reviews

Hypothetically what’s the shortest amount of time you should stay in a job without switching. I kinda wanna try my hand at a different industry but don’t wanna kill the experience I have now by leaving too early

I realized a slow pace at work is really bad for me. A couple years ago I was experiencing burn out from my fast paced job supporting transactions, and believed by moving to a slower job in a lower cost area, I would be sailing off to the sunset. Wrong, I spend weeks following up with other teams, often times they forgot what we discussed, so I spent 50% if the time reminding them of the topics and next steps. I spend most of my time writing memos no one will read.

Wait I thought the 'trump will repeal Dodd frank' thing was a joke or a hypothesis apparently it's not?!

How do you guys stay up all night working and still look as fresh as a daisy? Meanwhile, I'm here looking haggard and a good ten years older than I actually am.

Is there anything legitimate that one can do to prevent hair loss?

How long do you typically have to study for the below series exams?
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Anyone know what other fishbowls are like?

Considering an FP&A role at a credit fund. Anyone have any insight into what this would be like?

Long vacations: anyone ever take a long time, something like 3 weeks off, all at once? Repercussions?

My weather app failed me. Snowing like crazy in NYC with no warning. Christmas miracle?

Cryptobros on suicide watch

27 and have been in RM since I was a summer analyst. What other roles/fields can I possibly do to sort of sustain this income without an MBA or CFA? Other than IR.. Serious replies only 🙏 TY!

Fixed income vs Equity trading desk at BB? Why are trading desk at BB down year over year? Fixed income desks In particular! Future of trading leading to full automation?

FRM is has narrow focus, demands depth, quick to complete

Suggestions for good coffee in midtown? I don't care for the ambience, don't care if there's a little wait time. Just looking for good coffee. My current favorites are Cafe Grumpy and Blue Bottle.

I should probably know this, but are companies required to refinance their debt if they are acquired?