Investment Banking Insights

What information do you need to know as an aspiring investment banker? Join career-switcher and MBA student Alex Mason as we journey together to uncover the technical (including the famous "400 interview questions") and not-so-technical aspects of the investment banking profession.

Investment Banking Insights is a business podcast hosted by Alex Mason, with 372 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Alex Mason hosts Investment Banking Insights, a business show with 372 episodes published.

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  Episode #369

  Top 10 IB Recruiting Resources

  Jul 15, 202513 minS0

  <p>By popular demand... here are my top 10 recruiting resources for investment banking!</p><p>1. 400Q Guide</p><p>2. Investment Banking by Rosenbaum and Pearl</p><p>3. Financial Statements by Ittelson</p><p>4. Wall Street Journal</p><p>5. Morning Brew</p><p>6. Dale Carnegie</p><p>7. Toastmaster's International</p><p>8. Microsoft Excel</p><p>9. Perplexity AI</p><p>10. Notion AI</p><p>Click here for Buy Side Recruiting Help<br>Buy Side Resources (14 Real LBO Case Studies w/Apollo, Blackstone, KKR, etc.) For 10% off enter: IBI</p><p>Contact: investmentbankinginsights@gmail.com</p>

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  Episode #368

  Working Capital Equation (Receivables, Inventory and Payables)

  Jul 1, 202512 minS0

  <p>Here's a refresher on the concept of working capital. But we don't just cover the concept today, we'll look at the formula and what it means. Specifically:</p>Working capital cycle (aka the funding gap) = Receivable Days + Inventory Days - Payable Days<p>Thanks so much for supporting the show!</p><p>Click here for Buy Side Recruiting Help<br>Buy Side Resources (14 Real LBO Case Studies w/Apollo, Blackstone, KKR, etc.) For 10% off enter: IBI</p><p>Contact: investmentbankinginsights@gmail.com</p>

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  Episode #367

  Wells Fargo Update, Plus Ken Moelis Steps Down

  Jun 24, 202510 minS0

  <p>Updates in the world of investment banking, regarding Wells Fargo's release from it's $1.95 trillion asset cap. Also, Ken Moelis steps down as CEO of Moelis & Co.</p><p>Click here for Buy Side Recruiting Help<br>Buy Side Resources (14 Real LBO Case Studies w/Apollo, Blackstone, KKR, etc.) For 10% off enter: IBI</p>The Pulse - Buy Side Recruiting<br>Buy Side Resources (14 Real LBO Case Studies w/Apollo, Blackstone, KKR, etc.) For 10% off enter: IBI<br><br>Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to...

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  Episode #366

  Drew Pascarella on Building a Career and Teaching Cornell's IB Immersion

  Jun 4, 202553 minS0

  <p>Drew Pascarella is a seasoned investment banker and educator (including my professor!). Drew shares his journey from an IT role at Goldman Sachs to becoming a front-office investment banker at Citi, and eventually transitioning to teaching at Cornell University. <br/><br/>We cover a lot of ground, including themes such as:<br/><br/>- the importance of networking and mentorship<br/>- building your reputation throughout your career<br/>- the evolving landscape of investment banking education<br/><br/>It was an honor to interview someone who played such a big role in my journey these past two years. S...

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  Episode #365

  Series 63 Exam Results (Plus Graduation!!)

  May 28, 20256 minS0

  <p>Series 63 exam results and differences from the SIE.<br/><br/>Also…I just graduated from business school!!!! 🙌🏽</p><p>Click here for Buy Side Recruiting Help<br>Buy Side Resources (14 Real LBO Case Studies w/Apollo, Blackstone, KKR, etc.) For 10% off enter: IBI</p><p>Contact: investmentbankinginsights@gmail.com</p>

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