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Updated 25 Jun 2024

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Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in May 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Case Study 

Case study about energy sector

Senior Analyst Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Explain 3 statement financial model Calculating discount rate Could you walk me through the DCF model? Other valuation methods. What PE is ideal? What is the other matrix to value the company? Difference between IRR and CAGR. What is Bond Y... read more
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Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 17 Jan 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Jul 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. About experience and related questions
Round 2 - Assignment 

Peer comparison between Hindalco, NALCO and Vedanta

Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Reasons for switching job

Analyst Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. N-th Fibonacci NumberYou are given an integer ‘N’, your task is to find and return the N’th Fibonacci number using matrix exponentiation. Since the answer can be very large, return the answer modulo 10^9 +7. Fibonacci number is calculated u... read more
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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Job Portal and was interviewed in Apr 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.
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Round 2 - Case Study 

Financial analysis to be done for a company

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Technical skills are checked
  • Q2. DSCR, Leverage ratio etc
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Behavioral assessment

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Fundamentals to be clear

Senior Analyst Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Explain 3 statement financial model Calculating discount rate Could you walk me through the DCF model? Other valuation methods. What PE is ideal? What is the other matrix to value the company? Difference between IRR and CAGR. What is Bond Y... read more
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I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Aug 2022. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Runthrough your resume
  • Q2. Current work profile, qtns related to the work analysis

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for India Ratings & Research Senior Analyst interview:
  • Industry
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident in the meeting, have a clear understanding on the qtn, answer to the relevant points.

Senior Analyst Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Explain 3 statement financial model Calculating discount rate Could you walk me through the DCF model? Other valuation methods. What PE is ideal? What is the other matrix to value the company? Difference between IRR and CAGR. What is Bond Y... read more
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Research Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 4 Sep 2022

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is DSCR? What is RoCE?
  • Ans. 

    DSCR stands for Debt Service Coverage Ratio and RoCE stands for Return on Capital Employed.

    • DSCR is a financial ratio used to measure a company's ability to pay its debts.

    • It is calculated by dividing the company's net operating income by its total debt service.

    • A DSCR of 1 or higher indicates that the company is generating enough income to cover its debt obligations.

    • RoCE is a financial ratio used to measure a company's e...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell us about credit worthiness What is working capital management
  • Ans. 

    Credit worthiness refers to a borrower's ability to repay a loan. Working capital management is the process of managing a company's short-term assets and liabilities.

    • Credit worthiness is determined by factors such as credit score, income, and debt-to-income ratio.

    • Lenders use credit worthiness to assess the risk of lending money to a borrower.

    • Working capital management involves managing a company's cash, inventory, and ...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What location? Expected CTC etc
  • Ans. 

    The location and expected CTC will depend on the specific job opening.

    • The location will be determined by the company's needs and may vary depending on the job opening.

    • The expected CTC will also depend on the job opening and the candidate's qualifications.

    • It is best to discuss specific location and salary details during the interview process.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident n curious to know the details as well.

Skills evaluated in this interview

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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Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 3 Apr 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Apr 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Liquidity ratios

Analyst Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. N-th Fibonacci NumberYou are given an integer ‘N’, your task is to find and return the N’th Fibonacci number using matrix exponentiation. Since the answer can be very large, return the answer modulo 10^9 +7. Fibonacci number is calculated u... read more
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Interview Questionnaire 

6 Questions

  • Q1. 1. What is DSCR ? Why is pre-tax amount used in the calculation?
  • Ans. 

    DSCR stands for Debt Service Coverage Ratio. Pre-tax amount is used in the calculation to ensure that the borrower has enough income to cover their debt obligations.

    • DSCR is a financial ratio used to determine if a borrower has enough income to cover their debt obligations

    • It is calculated by dividing the borrower's pre-tax income by their total debt service

    • A DSCR of 1 or higher indicates that the borrower has enough inc...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. 2. Formula for ROCE . Whether short term loans are included in the calculation
  • Ans. 

    ROCE formula and inclusion of short term loans in calculation

    • ROCE formula is (Operating Profit / Capital Employed) x 100

    • Capital Employed includes all long-term and short-term assets minus short-term liabilities

    • Short-term loans are included in the calculation of capital employed

    • ROCE is a measure of how efficiently a company is using its capital to generate profits

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. 3.Cashflow statement related questions
  • Q4. 4.How to analyse an exponential increase in turnover ?
  • Ans. 

    Exponential increase in turnover can be analyzed by identifying the factors contributing to the increase and projecting future growth.

    • Identify the source of the increase (e.g. new product launch, market expansion)

    • Analyze customer behavior and purchasing patterns

    • Evaluate competition and market trends

    • Use statistical models to project future growth

    • Consider potential challenges and risks to sustained growth

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. 5.How would you analyse the credit worthiness of a company?
  • Ans. 

    To analyse credit worthiness of a company, various financial ratios and credit scores are used.

    • Check the company's credit score and credit history

    • Analyze the company's financial statements and ratios such as debt-to-equity ratio, current ratio, and interest coverage ratio

    • Evaluate the company's industry and market trends

    • Assess the company's management and leadership

    • Consider any external factors that may affect the compa...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. 6. KPI in various industries ( Based on your resume)

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - You will be presented with practical scenarios of all the above qns.

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I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed before Sep 2021. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Don’t add your photo or details such as gender, age, and address in your resume. These details do not add any value.
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Fundamental analysis of credit
  • Ans. 

    Fundamental analysis of credit involves evaluating the financial health of a borrower to determine their creditworthiness.

    • Assessing the borrower's income, expenses, assets, and liabilities

    • Analyzing the borrower's credit history and credit score

    • Evaluating the borrower's ability to repay the loan

    • Examining the borrower's industry and market trends

    • Considering macroeconomic factors that may impact the borrower's ability to ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Risk drivers in NBFCs
  • Ans. 

    Risk drivers in NBFCs

    • Lack of diversification in loan portfolio

    • Dependency on short-term funding sources

    • Inadequate risk management practices

    • Exposure to external factors such as economic downturns

    • Lack of regulatory oversight

    • Fraudulent activities by employees or borrowers

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Approach to rating NBFC which has a manufacturing parent
  • Ans. 

    The approach to rating an NBFC with a manufacturing parent involves analyzing the parent's financial strength and the NBFC's business model.

    • Assess the parent company's creditworthiness and financial stability

    • Evaluate the NBFC's business model and its relationship with the parent company

    • Analyze the NBFC's risk management practices and regulatory compliance

    • Consider the industry and market conditions in which the NBFC ope...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Past work experience
Round 3 - Case Study 

Credit analysis on one of the NBFCs

Round 4 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Past experience relevant to current role
  • Q2. Same questions in round 2

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Conceptually be correct. Brush up basics on fundamental analysis of business and financials.

Senior Analyst II Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. 1. What you will check in BRS ? 2. Possible causes of difference in balance in our books and our receivable books ?
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I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before May 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Properly align and format text in your resume. A recruiter will have to spend more time reading poorly aligned text, leading to high chances of rejection.
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Round 2 - Assignment 

Sector Analysis and Presentation

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Cash Flow Statement Explain
  • Ans. 

    Cash Flow Statement is a financial statement that shows the inflow and outflow of cash in a business.

    • It shows the sources of cash inflow and the uses of cash outflow.

    • It is divided into three sections: operating activities, investing activities, and financing activities.

    • It helps in analyzing the liquidity and solvency of a business.

    • Example: If a company has a negative cash flow from operating activities, it may indicate...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Automobile Industry Growth Drivers

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Finance Basics
Expect questions based on current affairs

Senior Analyst Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Explain 3 statement financial model Calculating discount rate Could you walk me through the DCF model? Other valuation methods. What PE is ideal? What is the other matrix to value the company? Difference between IRR and CAGR. What is Bond Y... read more
View answer (1)

Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 11 Jun 2022

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Jun 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Interest coverage ratio , leverage ratio and many others
  • Q2. Related to financial rations and financial analysis

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Have good in-depth knowledge about financials statements

Analyst Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. N-th Fibonacci NumberYou are given an integer ‘N’, your task is to find and return the N’th Fibonacci number using matrix exponentiation. Since the answer can be very large, return the answer modulo 10^9 +7. Fibonacci number is calculated u... read more
View answer (5)

India Ratings & Research Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in India Ratings & Research interview?
India Ratings & Research interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the India Ratings & Research interview process are One-on-one Round, Technical and HR.
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  1. 1. What is DSCR ? Why is pre-tax amount used in the calculati...read more
  2. 4.How to analyse an exponential increase in turnove...read more
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