American Express Senior Credit Analyst Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. How do we do credit analysis of a company, explain in detail?
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Q1. Introduction about yourself
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Q2. Some technical questions
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Q1. Tell me something about yourself
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I am a detail-oriented credit analyst with a strong background in financial analysis and risk assessment.
• I have a Bachelor's degree in Finance and have completed courses in credit analysis.

• I have experience analyzing financial statements, assessing creditworthiness, and making recommendations for loan approvals.

• I am proficient in using financial modeling software and Excel to analyze data and create reports.

• I have exce...read more
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Q2. Finance related balance sheet cash flow
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Q1. How do you analyse liquidity of a company?
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Analyzing liquidity involves assessing a company's ability to meet short-term financial obligations.
• Calculate current ratio (current assets / current liabilities)

• Assess quick ratio (liquid assets / current liabilities)

• Examine cash flow from operations to see if it covers short-term obligations

• Review working capital to determine if there are enough current assets to cover current liabilities
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Q2. Explain LTV and How to you analyse Home loan application?
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LTV stands for Loan-to-Value ratio. Analyzing a home loan application involves assessing the borrower's creditworthiness and the property's value.
• LTV is calculated by dividing the loan amount by the appraised value of the property.

• A lower LTV ratio indicates a lower risk for the lender.

• Analyzing a home loan application involves reviewing the borrower's credit score, income, debt-to-income ratio, employment history, and...read more
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Q1. Tell me about yourself?
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I am a detail-oriented Credit Risk Analyst with a strong background in financial analysis and risk assessment.
• I have a Bachelor's degree in Finance and several years of experience in the banking industry.

• I am skilled in analyzing credit reports, assessing financial statements, and identifying potential risks.

• I have a proven track record of making sound credit decisions and implementing risk mitigation strategies.

• I am p...read more
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Q2. Tell me about different classes of assets
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Different classes of assets include fixed assets, current assets, intangible assets, and financial assets.
• Fixed assets: Tangible assets like property, plant, and equipment

• Current assets: Liquid assets like cash, accounts receivable, and inventory

• Intangible assets: Non-physical assets like patents, trademarks, and goodwill

• Financial assets: Investments like stocks, bonds, and derivatives
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Q1. Describe Financial Statement?
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Financial statements are documents that provide information about the financial performance and position of a company.
• Financial statements include the balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statement, and statement of changes in equity.

• The balance sheet shows the company's assets, liabilities, and shareholders' equity at a specific point in time.

• The income statement shows the company's revenues, expenses, and profi...read more
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Q1. Ratios to identify a healthy company
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Healthy companies have high liquidity, profitability, and solvency ratios.
• Liquidity ratios measure a company's ability to meet short-term obligations. Examples include current ratio and quick ratio.

• Profitability ratios measure a company's ability to generate profits. Examples include return on assets and return on equity.

• Solvency ratios measure a company's ability to meet long-term obligations. Examples include debt-to...read more
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Q2. Is better to take loan or raise equity for a manufacturing company
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It depends on the company's financial situation and goals.
• If the company has a strong credit history and cash flow, a loan may be a better option as it allows the company to maintain ownership and control.

• If the company is in a growth phase and needs more capital, raising equity may be a better option as it brings in new investors and can provide more flexibility in terms of repayment.

• Ultimately, the decision should be...read more
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Q1. About past experience and education
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