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Futures First info Services Trainee Market Analyst Interview Questions, Process, and Tips
Top Futures First info Services Trainee Market Analyst Interview Questions and Answers
- Q1. You have 12 pills and they all got the same weight,except for one,which hasn't got the same weight.You don't know if it is heavier or easier.You have one scale to weight ...read more
- Q2. Calculate 97^2 in 10 seconds without pen.
- Q3. Draw the map of North east India and mention 7 sisters.
Futures First info Services Trainee Market Analyst Interview Experiences
27 interviews found
Karthikeya Reddy
Interview Questionnaire
14 Questions
- Q1. Strengths and weakness
- Q2. Why do you want to join Futures First ?
- Ans.
I am interested in the fast-paced and dynamic nature of the financial markets and believe Futures First offers a great opportunity to learn and grow.
I am passionate about finance and economics
I am excited about the prospect of working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
I believe Futures First offers a great opportunity to learn and grow as a market analyst
I am impressed by the company's reputation and track record
- Q3. One good reason to select you ?
- Ans.
My strong analytical skills and passion for the market make me the ideal candidate for this role.
I have a degree in finance and have completed multiple market analysis projects during my studies.
I have a deep understanding of market trends and can identify potential opportunities and risks.
I am a quick learner and can adapt to new technologies and tools easily.
I am a team player and can collaborate effectively with col...
- Q4. Hobbies and interests ?
- Ans.
I enjoy reading, hiking, and playing board games.
Reading: I love getting lost in a good book, especially science fiction and fantasy.
Hiking: I enjoy exploring new trails and challenging myself physically.
Board games: I like playing strategy games with friends and family, such as Settlers of Catan and Ticket to Ride.
- Q5. If not futures first, which company would you like to join and why ?
- Ans.
I would like to join Goldman Sachs as they have a strong reputation in the market and offer diverse opportunities.
Goldman Sachs is a well-known investment bank with a strong reputation in the market.
They offer diverse opportunities in various fields such as investment banking, asset management, and securities.
Their culture of excellence and innovation aligns with my personal values and career goals.
I am particularly in...
- Q6. If you don't find the work interesting, would you leave the company ?
- Ans.
I would assess the situation and try to find ways to make the work more interesting before considering leaving the company.
I would first try to understand why I am not finding the work interesting
I would discuss my concerns with my supervisor and see if there are any opportunities for me to work on projects that align more with my interests
If there are no opportunities for me to work on more interesting projects, I wou...
- Q7. What makes you think that you are fit for this role ?
- Ans.
I have a strong analytical mindset and relevant educational background to excel in this role.
I have completed a degree in economics which has provided me with a strong foundation in data analysis and market research.
I have also completed internships in market research firms where I have gained practical experience in analyzing market trends and forecasting.
I have a keen eye for detail and can identify patterns and tren...
- Q8. Facts about the company
- Q9. Rate yourself in mental math, logical reasoning on the scale of ten
- Ans.
I would rate myself 8 in mental math and 9 in logical reasoning.
I am confident in my ability to quickly perform calculations in my head.
I have a strong grasp of logical concepts and can apply them effectively.
For example, I can easily identify patterns and make deductions based on given information.
I have also taken courses in mathematics and logic, which have helped me develop my skills.
Overall, I believe my mental ma...
- Q10. Guess Estimate
- Ans.
Guess Estimate is a method of making an educated guess based on available information.
Guess Estimate involves using available data to make an informed guess.
It is often used in situations where exact information is not available.
For example, a market analyst might use Guess Estimate to predict future trends based on past performance.
Guess Estimate can be useful in decision-making, but it is important to acknowledge its
- Q11. Three reasons you would not want to join futures first ?
- Ans.
Three reasons not to join Futures First
Lack of work-life balance
High-pressure environment
Limited growth opportunities
- Q12. Why is your CG so low (this will be the same even if your CGPA is 9)
- Q13. You are not consistent in your academics. We don't think you can survive in our company ?
- Ans.
Inconsistency in academics does not define my potential to succeed in this role.
Academic performance is not always indicative of job performance
I have gained valuable experience through internships and extracurricular activities
I am willing to work hard and learn to succeed in this role
- Q14. One achievement in your life you are proud of ?
- Ans.
Winning a national level debate competition
Participated in a national level debate competition
Competed against participants from top universities
Won the competition and received recognition
Improved public speaking and critical thinking skills
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: Logical reasoning questions were pretty simple.
Calculations were very basic, completely based on BODMAS. (example 91/41 upto 3 significant digits)
Tips: The time available for each question is very limited. Try to complete all the logical reasoning questions (these are scoring and less prone to errors).
Duration: 25 minutes
Total Questions: 45
Round: Interview
Experience: I had no knowledge of trading. I did not attend the company's Preplacement talk.
We had a lot of talk on my hobbies and interests and i explained him the reason i wanted to work in futures first. I could not complete the Guess estimate but i explained him the way to arrive at the solution.
Tips: The interviewer does not expect you to have a strong knowledge on trading but expects you to have interest in learning new things. Try to explain that you are more interested in learning, you have excelled in areas you're interested in and that you are very excited to work for them. What ever you say, be confident.
Round: Interview
Experience: The interviewer tried to bluff me telling that i got very less marks in the qualifying test and was just and the cut off. I was very confident that i would get more than what he was telling, So I said that there might be some error in correction and i would definitely get more than that. The interviewer actually like my confidence and my sincerity. (I rated myself very poor in mental math but i explained that i can calculate very quickly given me a piece of paper). I did not hesitate to tell them that i would leave the company if i don't find the work interesting.
Tips: The main aim of this round is to test your breaking point, so if you could stretch you limits here, its very easy to qualify this round. But answer every question logically because there will be a lot of follow up questions.
Skills: Logical reasoning, Mental math
College Name: IIT Kharagpur
Anonymous
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: No need of any preparation. Just speed maths.
Tips: 2 tests around 30 candidates were shortlisted
Duration: 50 minutes
Round: Interview
Experience: They wanted to see how i reacted when put under stress.
Tips: Duration : 20 min
Round: Interview
Experience: This interview was about finance, trading , the job and alike.
The interviewer explained what the job entails, i was sure i would get the job
Tips: Duration : 30 min
Try taking part in Trade Moghul if you are really interested in trading. A lot of banks don't offer trading positions, so if you are interested in trading profile, it's a good place.
Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: In fact there are different skill sets each company expects so try to emphasize the right skill set in your resume.
Get this done by at least September end.
General Tips: I started preparing somewhere in Nov. Yup. Starting by Aug itself is good.
At least prepare for CAT, so it keeps you in good stead for quant based tests.
Try FRM/CFA if you are enthu about fin companies. That's what I did.
College Name: IIT Madras
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: CGPA cutoff
Round: Test
Experience: Duration : 5 min + 30 min
Tips: The first test needs no special material to prepare. You need to be quick in solving the simple mathematical problems. There is no negative marking in this test.
Duration: 35 minutes
Round: Interview
Experience: 2 stress interviews. There was no HR round as such, but we were given a sheet to fill containing all HR questions prior to the personal interviews. There were interview questions based on the answers I gave in this sheet. Both the interviews were stress interviews. There was no much difference in the two rounds. I had guesstimates, in both rounds. There was also a small session of quant question's.
Tips: I have got a lot of interview fundaes from seniors and also saw many videos regarding it.
General Tips: Core or Non-core you need to have basic fundaes regarding the other. You never know where you gonna end up.
I started my core preparation, one n half month before the placement season.Starting the preparation earlier could've brought NO change in my case but it would surely be helpful.
There was no preparation for non-core in particular. I went through thebasics of trading (required for FUTURES FIRST) just 2 days before the interview.
I went through the GATE book for my core preparation. I prepared basic subjects in every area i.e.; design, manufacturing and thermal. I studied chapters like TD, SOM from GATE book, and referred kalpakjian for
manufacturing.
Even if you are aspiring for one among the core or the non-core job, you need to have basic fundaes regarding the other. You never know, where you gonna end up.
Skill Tips: There was a constant smile on my face all through my interview period. I did not loose my confidence levels, even though I had made few mistakes in my interview. All that you have to show them is that you were able to handle pressure and react properly, even in stressful conditions. My scores in both the tests were just decent. I feel, I made it through, just because of my performance in both the interviews.
Skills:
College Name: IIT Madras
Interview Questionnaire
4 Questions
- Q1. What do your family members do
- Ans.
My family members have diverse professions.
My father is a software engineer.
My mother is a teacher.
My sister is a doctor.
My brother is a lawyer.
- Q2. Why dont you join family business
- Ans.
I am interested in pursuing a career in market analysis and want to gain experience outside of the family business.
I want to explore my own interests and passions
I want to gain experience and knowledge outside of the family business
I want to challenge myself and grow professionally
I believe that working in a different industry will give me a broader perspective and skillset
I want to establish my own identity and reputa
- Q3. You know what are you getting into if we hire you
- Ans.
Yes, I understand the responsibilities and expectations of a Trainee Market Analyst and I am prepared to work hard to meet them.
I have researched the role and the company to gain a clear understanding of what is expected of me
I have relevant education and experience in market analysis
I am willing to learn and take on new challenges
I am committed to meeting deadlines and producing high-quality work
I understand the impor...
- Q4. What if we fire you
- Ans.
I would evaluate the reasons for termination and use the experience to improve my skills and find a better opportunity.
I would ask for feedback on my performance and areas for improvement
I would reflect on my experience and identify areas for growth
I would use the opportunity to network and find a better opportunity
I would remain professional and maintain positive relationships with colleagues
I would continue to develo
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: First was 5 mins 30 questions and second was cat type.
Tips: Google Futures first interview or something to get details
Duration: 5 minutes
Total Questions: 30
Round: Interview
Experience: Normal HR questions were only asked and i was not put under stress because of test marks.
Round: Interview
Experience: Basic questions were asked you can google for list of questions.
General Tips: Good test scores specially the first i think i might have scored full.
Be honest during an interview, they know when you are honest, and they appreciate it if you are.
CAT preparation specifically fast reading and comprehension help during placement tests.
Play bridge other mind sports it helps keep thinking straight and concentration.
College Name: IIT Madras
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Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: 1st test had only mathematical calculations, since it was only 6 minute test so I did not wasted my time in selecting the questions, I went on and solved the first 25 out of 40. 2nd test had math and DI questions for 30 minutes; I tried to do selected questions this time. Preparations for CAT helped me lot in doing this test. The company had an absolute cutoff in both the tests.
Round: HR Interview
Experience: “Why trading and not aerospace?” the very first question fired on me, I gave a positive answer stating why I find finance more interesting instead of saying anything negative about aerospace. What is 77^3, 141^2 etc some of the verbal calculative questions asked in between, although these are very uncomfortable questions I tried to kept my composure and gave an approximate answer to these questions which was acceptable. Some simple puzzles were asked. After some time the interviewer started pitching for me and telling me stuffs about the company, this is where I was almost sure of an offer. There was no 2nd of interview for me.
General Tips: At the beginning of the 7th sem I had made up my mind that I don’t want to do MS or Phd but I was still confused between MBA and job. So I decided to prepare for both, which later on I realized that there was a lot common in the preparation of the two. After deciding this, the next question that came to my mind was ‘what kind of job I want?’ To answer this question I needed to develop basic market knowledge about the various sectors and the companies in those sectors which I did by regularly updating myself through newspapers, internet, business magazines etc. At least a month before the placements I was sure that I
would apply only for consulting and finance profiles, since there were more than 5 companies on a single day so having a preference helped me focus better and do well in the interviews.
Resumes: It is the very first test of your creativity by any company and is equally important like any interview. I tried to add some spikes in my resume which is required for both consultancies as well as finance. I started making my resume in September and after hundreds of changes and feedbacks from the seniors (which is most important) and it took me more than a month, so start with resume as early as possible.
PPTs: The most important thing that you learn in ppts is the details of the work profile which you won't find anywhere else. It is the best place to get an answer to all the questions in your mind. So I would suggest you to try and attend as many ppts as possible not because of the compulsion in attendance but for its
benefits. In any ppt make sure that the company tells you the breakup of the compensation package as there are many hidden expenses included in the package.
Preparation: This is the most important input in getting a good job. This basically includes 3 things,
Group Discussions: We used to make a group of 8-10 within our department and sometimes in my wing and discussed on any topic for 15-20 minutes. It would be just like a bulla session but in English and an element of formality involved in it. After the GDs the participants gave the feedback to each other which was most important. For GDs try to keep yourself updated with the current affairs coz most of the times the topics are related to recent happenings. And one more thing don’t feel shy or left out, say whatever you want to say even if you think that the discussion is chaotic.
Case Studies: Make a group of 3-4 people one would be the interviewer, an interviewee and the rest to just watch and would give the feedback at the end. Take up any case from the numerous case books available on the LAN and conduct such sessions. How ever tough or easy the case may be you always learn how to structure the problems and the basic knowledge which is applicable in most of the cases. Do solve lot of puzzles, this will further add to your logical thinking. This can be best done while you go to the canteen every night because a discussion can add a lot dimensions to it.
Personal Interviews: The basic mantra for a PI is to show a positive body language, be cheerful and speak confidently. This basically involves the HR questions and questions related to the stuffs written in your resume. This round is conducted by every company irrespective of whether it is a core or a non core company. I prepared myself for general questions and also participated in various one on one interviews with my friends, initially I thought that such interviews with friends won’t be a formal one but I was wrong, it helped me a lot later on.
Workshops: There would be numerous workshops conducted by the companies and the SPO. Don't miss
out on any of them as it is the most easy and effective way to learn.
College Name: IIT Kanpur
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Interview Preparation Tips
Tips: No need of any preparation. Just speed math
Duration: 50 minutes
Round: Interview
Experience: Yes. First one was a stress interview. They wanted to see how I reacted when put under stress. Second was about finance, trading, the job and the like. The interviewer explained what the job entails, I was sure I got the job
Tips: Try taking part in Trade Moghul if you are really interested in trading. A lot of banks don't offer trading positions, so if you are interested in trading profile, it's a good place.
General Tips: In fact there are different skill sets each company expects. So try to emphasize the right skill set in your resume. Get this done by at least Septembert end.
College Name: IIT MADRAS
shakti prasad
Interview Questionnaire
10 Questions
- Q1. Hobby/interest
- Q2. Weakness
- Q3. What have you learnt in the past that has made you the person you're
- Ans.
I have learned that hard work, determination, and adaptability are key to success.
Hard work pays off in the long run
Determination helps to overcome obstacles
Adaptability is necessary in a constantly changing world
Learning from failures is important for personal growth
- Q4. How many tubelights are there in the room?
- Ans.
I cannot accurately answer this question without physically counting the tubelights in the room.
I would need to physically count the tubelights in the room to provide an accurate answer.
The answer would depend on the size of the room and the number of light fixtures present.
I could estimate the number of tubelights based on the size of the room and the typical number of light fixtures used in similar spaces.
Without mor...
- Q5. What's the color of the wall behind you?
- Ans.
The wall behind me is white.
The wall is painted white.
There are no visible marks or decorations on the wall.
The wall is well-lit and appears clean.
The wall is made of concrete or plaster.
- Q6. What's the number of AC vents in the room?
- Ans.
I apologize, but I do not have access to that information.
I am not currently in the room to count the AC vents.
The number of AC vents may vary depending on the size and layout of the room.
It would be best to ask someone who is currently in the room to count the AC vents.
- Q7. 3 digit * 3 digit in 10 secs
- Ans.
The answer is 9 digits, 10 seconds is enough time to calculate it.
Multiply the hundreds digit of the first number with the ones digit of the second number
Multiply the tens digit of the first number with the tens digit of the second number
Multiply the ones digit of the first number with the hundreds digit of the second number
Add the three results to get the final answer
- Q8. You would fail! then what?
- Ans.
If I fail, I will analyze my mistakes, learn from them, and work harder to improve my skills.
I will assess the reasons for my failure
I will seek feedback from my supervisor or mentor
I will create a plan to address my weaknesses
I will take additional training or seek guidance from experts
I will remain positive and motivated to improve
- Q9. What do u really know about FF? Is it a sort of gamble?
- Ans.
FF refers to Forex trading, which involves buying and selling currencies to make a profit. It is not a gamble, but requires knowledge and analysis.
FF stands for Foreign Exchange or Forex trading
It involves buying and selling currencies to make a profit
It requires knowledge of market trends and analysis
It is not a gamble, but a calculated risk
Example: Buying USD when it is low and selling it when it is high
- Q10. Etc
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: questions are easy. time constraint plays a critical role.
Tips: practice a lot of problems on similar lines. IndiaBix, etc sites have such problems for pratice
Duration: 29 minutes
Total Questions: 75
Round: Puzzle Interview
Experience: One gotta pay attention to whatever is being asked.
Tips: Relax a bit , hear and listen to the question properly. give some time. answer
Round: HR Interview
Experience: good interactive session
Tips: be yourself. a bit of exposure to these sort of questions helps
Round: Stress Interview
Tips: be calm. keep a smile on your face. don't over-react
General Tips: Regular practice. Soft Skill development. smile. stress handling capacity. good prep for HR questions. Confidence
Skills: Number Skills, to stay calm under pressure, Communication skills
College Name: NIT ROURKELA
Motivation: Lot to learn. Market Analysis is the base for any business. The entire process of preparing will get you acquainted with terms and theory that might help you in MBA interviews. Also MONEY! :D
Funny Moments: I was almost done with in 5 minutes as they were pretty tired and had almost rejected me. They asked me if i had any final questions.. I replied "Do you want to have an RJ in your company?"And the interview starts again. :)
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: I have a fetish for numbers. So, rather than a month long preparation, requisite effort was there for quite some time and a brief stint with Vedic Maths formulae sufficed. One can always start with the Vedic Math channels in YouTube
Duration: 29 minutes
Total Questions: 75
Round: Group Discussion
Experience: There were no GD
Round: Technical Interview
Experience: In the 1st round of interview, the interviewer asked question primarily based on my CV and the form they had asked us to fill up right before the interview
Round: Stress Interview
Experience: The 2nd round was basically, a stress interview. They test you by asking to multiply numbers in your head, in let’s say, 10 seconds. Or by giving you fictional scenarios.
Tips: I was in touch with our seniors in the company, who had suggested that, a brief idea about trading and markets would help. I have been following Investopedia for quite
some months. Also, I have been following YouTube channels of Lex Van Dam et al, to know about high pressured trading environments. Ultimately, they were quite helpful
and if you really have interest in knowing these things, you will enjoy the entire prep process
General Tips: I had no interest for going into any of the Core companies. So, I had made up my mind to go into anything but Core or IT. And after going through Futures First job profile and the reviews of some of our alumni placed in the company, it was one company that I was hoping for. So, yes, I am satisfied.
Skill Tips: NA
College Name: NIT ROURKELA
Motivation: Getting placed is more luck than anything else. But, a bit of preparation can always come in handy. I would suggest a constant study of the current happenings in the business world. Reading newspapers and books or following blogs can be of great help.For this company in particular, practicing speed maths is a must as some of us faced questions of 3-digit and 2-digit multiplication to be answered without pen and paper within, 10 seconds. Stay calm for interview, because the key, ultimately, is confidence. Just remember, no one gets anything more than one deserves and before the scheduled time. So, deserve, desire and chill.
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: CGPA cutoff
Round: Test
Experience: Type : Written
Tips: The first test needs no special material to prepare. You need to be quick in solving the simple mathematical problems. There is no negative marking in this test.
Duration: Duration : 5 min + 30 min minute
Round: Interview
Experience: There was no HR round as such. But we were given a sheet to fill, containing all HR questions, prior to the personal interviews. There were interview questions based on the answers I gave in this sheet.
Round: Interview
Experience: Both the interviews were Stress Interviews. There was not much of a difference in the two rounds. I had guesstimates, in both rounds. There was also a small session of Quant questions.
Tips: I have got a lot of interview fundaes from seniors and also saw many videos regarding it.
General Tips: Even if you are aspiring for one among the core or the non-core job, you need to have basic fundaes regarding the other. You never know, where you gonna end up.
Skill Tips: I prepared for CAT which helped me get better at quant and DI. I studied GATE book for core preparation. There was no preparation for non-core in particular. I went through the basics of trading (required for FUTURES FIRST) just 2 days before the interview.
College Name: IIT MADRAS
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: No CGPA criteria. One must be interested in finance, especially trading.
Round: Test
Experience: There are two stages of written tests.
Round: Technical Interview
Experience: The company gave a form to be filled by all the candidates just before the start of interviews. A few questions will be based on the answers one provides in the form. The form contained fields for all the academic information and around 20 short HR questions to be answered in 2-3 lines each. Again arithmetic ability is tested extensively in this round also. One should also be good with guesstimates. Examples include questions like 58*32, 5th root of .32768. Be confident of your answer.
Round: HR Interview
Experience: This was mostly an HR based interview. Questions based on CV (POR and intern especially) were also asked. Prepare for some basic HR questions. Show some enthusiasm while answering questions.
Skill Tips: These skills are tested extensively in the second written test and also in the interview. Math ability of the student plays a very important role in the selection process. CAT preparation would be good enough for the second written test. If you are serious about the company, start learning vedic maths or work on your arithmetic skills. Go through Investopedia for some finance related funda. Also, Futures First will start an online game called “Trade Moghul” sometime in August, so if you play that game and end up in the top 100 countrywide, you directly get an interview call.
Skills: Strong arithmetic skills, quantitative aptitude
College Name: IIT KHARAGPUR
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