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Updated 4 Mar 2025

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Interview experience
3
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Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Indeed and was interviewed in Feb 2023. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

1st they will sent you an email for the assessment. Once you passed, they will email you for initial interview.

Round 3 - HR 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. 1.Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a research analyst with a strong background in data analysis and market research.

    • I have a Bachelor's degree in Economics and a Master's degree in Business Administration.

    • I have worked as a research analyst for XYZ Company for the past 3 years, where I conducted market research and analyzed data to provide insights for strategic decision-making.

    • I am proficient in statistical analysis software such as SPSS and Excel...

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  • Q2. Why did you apply for research Analyst
  • Ans. 

    I applied for the Research Analyst position because of my passion for data analysis and my strong analytical skills.

    • I have always been fascinated by the power of data and its ability to provide valuable insights.

    • I enjoy working with numbers and conducting in-depth research to uncover patterns and trends.

    • I have a strong background in statistical analysis and data interpretation.

    • I am skilled in using various research met...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. How did you know about Factset
  • Ans. 

    I learned about Factset through my research and networking in the finance industry.

    • I came across Factset while conducting research on financial data providers.

    • I attended industry conferences and heard about Factset from industry professionals.

    • I read articles and publications that mentioned Factset as a leading provider of financial information.

    • I connected with professionals in the finance field who recommended Factset ...

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  • Q4. What is the required skills for research Analyst
  • Ans. 

    Research Analysts require strong analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills.

    • Strong analytical skills to collect and analyze data

    • Critical thinking skills to interpret data and draw conclusions

    • Excellent communication skills to present findings and recommendations

    • Proficiency in statistical analysis software and tools

    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

    • Attention to detail and accuracy

    • Knowledge o...

  • Answered by AI
Round 4 - Group Discussion 

This is the final interview. There are lots of panelist. And as I remember there are 5 panels who interviewed me and it took 1 hr.
They will ask a lot of situational and technical questions.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Must answer all they questions I think, because there are some question that I don't know the answer and maybe that is the reason why I did not received an offer.

Top FactSet Research Analyst Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. What is income statement how do u calculate net profit? What is stock split and merger and takeover and depreciation and amortization and net worth and retaining earnings,book value per share? Types of equity shares etc...
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Research Analyst Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. What is income statement how do u calculate net profit? What is stock split and merger and takeover and depreciation and amortization and net worth and retaining earnings,book value per share? Types of equity shares etc...
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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Golden rule s, income statement
  • Ans. 

    3types rules

    Personal

    Debit the receiver

    Credit the giver

    real

    Debit what comes in

    Credit what gous out

    Nominal

    Debit all expenses &loss

    Credit all income &gains

  • Answered Anonymously
  • Q2. Balance sheet, capital market
  • Ans. 

    Capital market diffinaction

    Capital market is the place where long term financial security are exchange between the buyers and sellers

    A capital market manturity is more than one financial year the trade information in capital market the like, bonds, share, debetures

    Capital markets two types of dividends

    1.primary market

    2.secondary market

  • Answered Anonymously
  • Q3. Corporate action. Financial market
  • Ans. 

    Financial market is the place where is exchange between the like shares, bonds

    debetures the buyers and sellers

    Two types cotagires

    1, capital market

    2,money market

  • Answered by Kadem Gunteiah
  • Q4. Any

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Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - This is the company rules
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Top FactSet Research Analyst Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. What is income statement how do u calculate net profit? What is stock split and merger and takeover and depreciation and amortization and net worth and retaining earnings,book value per share? Types of equity shares etc...
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Research Analyst Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. What is income statement how do u calculate net profit? What is stock split and merger and takeover and depreciation and amortization and net worth and retaining earnings,book value per share? Types of equity shares etc...
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FactSet Interview Questions and Answers for Freshers
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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Ip address, DNA,LAn
  • Ans. Just be confident, it's very important that you are ready to learn and be enthusiastic
  • Answered by Kiran Kumari

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Q1. Least corrent will flow through the which component?
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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I was interviewed before Feb 2024.

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. What is derivative
  • Ans. 

    A derivative is a financial instrument whose value is derived from an underlying asset or group of assets.

    • Derivatives can be used for hedging, speculation, or arbitrage.

    • Common types of derivatives include options, futures, forwards, and swaps.

    • For example, a stock option derives its value from the underlying stock.

    • Derivatives allow investors to take on leverage and potentially increase returns.

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  • Q2. What is equity and mutual fund
  • Ans. 

    Equity represents ownership in a company, while mutual funds pool money from multiple investors to invest in a diversified portfolio of securities.

    • Equity is a type of security that represents ownership in a company, giving shareholders voting rights and a share of profits.

    • Mutual funds are investment vehicles that pool money from multiple investors to invest in a diversified portfolio of stocks, bonds, or other securiti...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is prefered stock and debenture
  • Ans. 

    Preferred stock is a type of stock that pays fixed dividends, while debenture is a type of debt instrument with no collateral.

    • Preferred stock represents ownership in a company, but usually does not come with voting rights.

    • Preferred stockholders receive fixed dividends before common stockholders.

    • Debentures are unsecured debt instruments issued by corporations or governments.

    • Debenture holders are considered creditors of ...

  • Answered by AI

Top FactSet Research Analyst Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. What is income statement how do u calculate net profit? What is stock split and merger and takeover and depreciation and amortization and net worth and retaining earnings,book value per share? Types of equity shares etc...
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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

It was good experience as a. Fresher

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. How are you feeling right now

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Jan 2023. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
View all Resume tips
Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Aptitude, reasoning, finance based and investment based descriptive questions

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Accounting and finance based questions related to stocks, bonds, derivatives
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Personal questions and finance based questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident enough and keep a smile on your face everytime in the interview process don't loose your hope give the best

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Q1. What is your expected CTC?
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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Dec 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
View all Resume tips
Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

We will have QA, LR,VR based test.

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. General Finance Question Like What is vertical merger, Difference Between Index and Exchange, Few Valuation related queries etc.,
Round 4 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Few Valuation Questions, What is difference Between Equity Value, EV and Market cap, Etc
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Nov 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Assignment 

Assessment related to the role of Research analyst ESG

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is ESG and why
  • Ans. 

    ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance. It is a framework used to evaluate a company's sustainability and ethical practices.

    • ESG factors are used by investors to assess a company's long-term financial performance and risk.

    • Environmental factors include a company's impact on climate change, natural resource depletion, and pollution.

    • Social factors include a company's impact on human rights, labor practices, a...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Accounting, Finance and ESG role related questions Working Capital, Cash Flow Statement, Capital and Money Markets, Amalgamation, Merger, Acquisition.
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Behavioral and ESG related questions
  • Q2. Questions were from the resume and communication, confidence check.

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for FactSet Research Analyst interview:
  • Accounting
  • Finance
  • ESG
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Good accounting and finance knowledge, can take pauses but point has to be on the informative.

Top FactSet Research Analyst Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. What is income statement how do u calculate net profit? What is stock split and merger and takeover and depreciation and amortization and net worth and retaining earnings,book value per share? Types of equity shares etc...
View answer (4)

Research Analyst Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. What is income statement how do u calculate net profit? What is stock split and merger and takeover and depreciation and amortization and net worth and retaining earnings,book value per share? Types of equity shares etc...
View answer (4)
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Oct 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Assignment 

Online exam including subjects of finance and english and maths

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. What is stock split
  • Ans. 

    Stock split is when a company divides its existing shares into multiple shares to lower the price per share.

    • Stock split increases the number of shares outstanding while decreasing the price per share.

    • It does not change the overall market capitalization of the company.

    • Common stock split ratios include 2-for-1, 3-for-1, or 3-for-2.

    • Investors who own shares before the split will receive additional shares after the split.

    • St...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is capital structure
  • Ans. 

    Capital structure refers to the mix of debt and equity a company uses to finance its operations and growth.

    • Capital structure is the way a company finances its operations through a combination of debt and equity.

    • Debt includes loans and bonds that the company must repay with interest.

    • Equity represents ownership in the company, such as shares of stock.

    • The optimal capital structure varies by industry and company goals.

    • A co...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is difference between primary markets and secondary markets
  • Ans. 

    Primary markets are where new securities are issued for the first time, while secondary markets are where existing securities are bought and sold.

    • Primary markets involve the issuance of new securities by companies or governments to raise capital.

    • Secondary markets involve the buying and selling of existing securities among investors.

    • Primary markets provide capital to companies, while secondary markets provide liquidity ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What balance sheet is actually dealing
  • Ans. 

    The balance sheet deals with a company's assets, liabilities, and equity at a specific point in time.

    • The balance sheet provides a snapshot of a company's financial position at a specific point in time.

    • It includes assets (such as cash, inventory, and property), liabilities (such as loans and accounts payable), and equity (such as retained earnings and stockholders' equity).

    • The balance sheet equation is Assets = Liabilit...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be strong in basic financial concepts and basic stock market concepts

Financial Research Analyst Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. What thing you want to change in current slab rates of income tax
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Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Oct 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Difference between Stock market and index
  • Ans. 

    Stock market refers to the overall market where stocks are bought and sold, while an index is a specific measurement of a section of the stock market.

    • Stock market is the overall market where stocks are bought and sold

    • Index is a specific measurement of a section of the stock market

    • Stock market includes various exchanges like NYSE, NASDAQ, etc.

    • Examples of indexes include S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average, NASDAQ Comp

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Corporate actions?
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Do you have any idea on current ongoing financial news
  • Q2. How would you manage a irate client.
  • Ans. 

    I would listen to their concerns, empathize with their situation, apologize for any inconvenience, and work towards finding a solution.

    • Listen actively to understand the root cause of their frustration

    • Empathize with their situation to show that you understand their feelings

    • Apologize for any inconvenience caused, even if it wasn't directly your fault

    • Work towards finding a solution that satisfies the client's needs and re...

  • Answered by AI

Financial Advisor Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. If I give you one lakh rupees, where will you invest it? And how?
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FactSet Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in FactSet interview?
FactSet interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the FactSet interview process are Aptitude Test, Technical and One-on-one Round.
How to prepare for FactSet interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at FactSet. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at FactSet expect are Analytics, Python, Analytical, SQL and Computer science.
What are the top questions asked in FactSet interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the FactSet interview -

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How long is the FactSet interview process?

The duration of FactSet interview process can vary, but typically it takes about less than 2 weeks to complete.

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