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Updated 26 Aug 2017

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Stock Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 25 Aug 2017

I appeared for an interview in Aug 2017.

Interview Questionnaire 

5 Questions

  • Q1. Panelist: Why is your best friend not fit for this role?
  • Ans. 

    My best friend lacks the necessary qualifications and experience for this role.

    • Lacks relevant education or training for the position

    • Does not have the required skills or expertise

    • Has no prior experience in this field

    • Not familiar with the industry or market trends

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Panelist: Give me 3 reasons to not hire you (toughest question)
  • Q3. Panelist: (He was checking his phone and) Here's a breaking news, guess what?
  • Q4. Panelist: Do you know, yesterday was a historical day for NIFTY?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, yesterday NIFTY reached an all-time high closing at 15,000 points.

    • NIFTY reached an all-time high closing at 15,000 points yesterday.

    • This historical milestone signifies the strong performance of the stock market.

    • Investors may have gained significant returns on their investments due to this surge.

    • Market analysts are closely monitoring the trend to predict future movements.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Panelist: Do you follow the markets regularly?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I follow the markets regularly to stay informed about trends and make informed investment decisions.

    • I regularly check stock prices and market indices

    • I read financial news and analysis to stay updated on market trends

    • I follow the performance of specific companies or industries

    • I attend conferences or webinars related to stock market analysis

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: we had a written test (Speed Mathematics, Aptitude and Picture Reasoning). We had to solve 49 questions in 35 minutes. From 400

Interview questions from similar companies

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Jun 2020. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. How would you segment a population based on certain attributes, which algorithm would you use. SAS and proc sql related questions are must for analyst interview. If lateral hire, expect questions based on ...
  • Ans. 

    To segment a population based on attributes, use clustering algorithms like k-means or hierarchical clustering.

    • Identify relevant attributes such as age, income, education level, etc.

    • Normalize the data to ensure all attributes are on the same scale.

    • Choose a clustering algorithm based on the size of the dataset and the desired number of segments.

    • Evaluate the results using metrics like silhouette score or within-cluster s...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare your CV thoroughly. Why this approach, why this algorithm type of questions. Advantage, disadvantages of algorithms. What you learnt from this project, how this project helped business type questions

Skills evaluated in this interview

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Apr 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Test was for 30 minutes and mathematics and Logical reasoning was the topic

Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. HR asked me about my self and other details with communication skills
  • Q2. Why you think you are capable for this job

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare well for HR round. work on your communication skillls

I applied via Recruitment Consultant

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Why do you want to join the organisation

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Throughout the Interview process, you need to be patient. As per my experience, even if your interview went fine you need to be patient to get the results. It may take weeks to months to go ahead further. Sometimes you can just talk to the recruiter who has contacted you for the interview, because the he/she is the best person to guide you throughout the process.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

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

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Normal MBA entrance exam type of questions

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a dedicated and detail-oriented analyst with a strong background in data analysis and problem-solving.

    • I have a Bachelor's degree in Statistics and experience in analyzing large datasets

    • I am proficient in using statistical software such as R and Python

    • I have a proven track record of identifying trends and providing actionable insights to drive business decisions

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Explain the 3 financial statements and how they are linked to each other
  • Ans. 

    The three financial statements are the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement, each providing different insights into a company's financial performance.

    • Income statement shows a company's revenues and expenses over a period of time, resulting in net income or loss.

    • Balance sheet provides a snapshot of a company's assets, liabilities, and shareholders' equity at a specific point in time.

    • Cash flow stateme...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Great place to start.
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Basic quantitative aptitude questions

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Python Two sum questions
  • Q2. Questions based on Cv
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. FCFF and use in Valuation
  • Ans. 

    FCFF is a measure of a company's financial performance and is used in valuation to determine the value of a firm's equity.

    • FCFF stands for Free Cash Flow to Firm, which represents the cash flow available to all providers of capital, both debt and equity.

    • It is calculated as Operating Cash Flow minus Capital Expenditures minus Taxes plus Depreciation & Amortization.

    • FCFF is used in valuation models such as Discounted Cash ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Difference between equity value and enterprise value
  • Ans. 

    Equity value is the value of a company's shareholders' equity, while enterprise value is the total value of a company including debt and equity.

    • Equity value only considers the value of a company's equity, which is calculated as the market capitalization minus net debt.

    • Enterprise value takes into account both the equity and debt of a company, and is calculated as market capitalization plus debt minus cash.

    • Equity value i...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About You and how you are a great fit
  • Q2. Why you are a great fit?
  • Ans. 

    I am a great fit because of my strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to think critically.

    • I have a background in data analysis and have successfully completed numerous projects requiring in-depth analysis.

    • I am detail-oriented and always ensure accuracy in my work, which is crucial for an Analyst role.

    • I excel at critical thinking and problem-solving, allowing me to identify trends and make informed r

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Jul 2023. There were 3 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 tips
Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

It was very basic and easy to di

Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic salary employees determine how many hours a year the company pays
  • Q2. Salary and benefits for employees who have been unemployed since the start of this month

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - dont strsss this one is so good and the only one who is not good at the same game
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Aug 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Asked about analytical and communication related domain questions.

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Asked about business financial related topics questions.
  • Q2. X company is selling product. what market should it targer?
  • Ans. 

    x company should target the market segment that has a high demand for their product and where they can differentiate themselves from competitors.

    • Identify the target demographic based on age, gender, income level, etc.

    • Analyze market trends and consumer behavior to determine potential demand.

    • Consider geographical locations where the product is likely to be popular.

    • Evaluate competitors' target markets to find gaps or oppo...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - have confidence in yourself
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Oct 2022. There were 3 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 tips
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is your background
  • Q2. What are your hobbies
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Prior work ex and finance based questions

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