JPMorgan Chase & Co. Credit Risk Analyst Interview Questions and Answers

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. Difference Between Hedge Funds & Private Equity
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Hedge funds are pools of capital managed aggressively while private equity invests in private companies with the aim of improving their operations.
• Hedge funds are more actively managed and use a variety of investment strategies to generate high returns.

• Private equity firms invest in private companies with the aim of improving their operations and then selling them for a profit.

• Hedge funds are typically open to a wider ...read more
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Q2. Why people around the world are anticipating a recession
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Global economic indicators suggest a possible recession.
• Trade tensions between US and China have led to a slowdown in global trade.

• Many countries are experiencing low economic growth rates.

• Central banks are cutting interest rates to stimulate growth.

• Inverted yield curves in bond markets indicate investor pessimism.

• Political uncertainty, such as Brexit, is causing instability in markets.
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Q3. Why did the 2007 Financial Crisis Happen
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Q4. Types of Financial Statements and Ratios
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Financial statements include balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement. Ratios include liquidity, profitability, and solvency ratios.
• Balance sheet shows a company's assets, liabilities, and equity at a specific point in time

• Income statement shows a company's revenue, expenses, and net income over a period of time

• Cash flow statement shows a company's cash inflows and outflows over a period of time

• Liquidit...read more
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Q5. Name any one Indian company which went bankrupt recently
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Jet Airways
• Jet Airways, once India's largest private airline, filed for bankruptcy in April 2019

• The airline had accumulated a debt of over Rs 8,000 crore

• Jet Airways had to ground all its flights and lay off thousands of employees
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Q6. About my current Job Profile
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Q1. What is the business model of Amex? (open loop vs close loop)
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Amex operates on an open loop business model.
• Amex operates as a payment network that partners with various merchants and banks to process transactions.

• Open loop systems allow for transactions to be made at a wide range of merchants, both online and offline.

• Examples of open loop systems include Visa, Mastercard, and Discover.
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Q1. Why Amex? Why should I make you an offer now? Airline fraud risk - what factors would you look at?
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Q1. What is your current profile
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I am currently working as a Credit Operation Executive at XYZ Company.
• Responsible for managing credit operations and ensuring timely processing of loan applications

• Collaborate with sales team to assess creditworthiness of potential borrowers

• Analyze financial data and credit reports to make informed decisions

• Communicate with clients to gather necessary information and resolve any issues

• Maintain accurate records and docu
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Q2. What is salary expectations
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My salary expectations are in line with industry standards and based on my experience and qualifications.
• Research industry standards for Credit Operation Executive salaries

• Consider my experience and qualifications when determining salary expectations

• Be open to negotiation based on the overall compensation package offered
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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. About past experience and education
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Q1. Formula regarding valuation DCF calculation formula Ratios formula and interpretation
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Valuation formulas in credit analysis
• DCF calculation formula is used to estimate the value of an investment based on its future cash flows discounted back to present value

• Ratios formula includes Debt-to-Equity ratio, Current ratio, and Interest Coverage ratio to assess a company's financial health

• Interpretation of ratios involves comparing them to industry benchmarks and historical data
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Q1. What is DSCR? How is it important?
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DSCR stands for Debt Service Coverage Ratio. It is a financial metric used to evaluate a company's ability to pay its debt obligations.
• DSCR is calculated by dividing a company's operating income by its total debt service obligations.

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

• Lenders often use DSCR to assess the creditworthiness of a borrower before extending a ...read more
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Q2. What ratios are important and why?
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Important ratios for credit analysis include debt-to-equity, current ratio, and interest coverage ratio.
• Debt-to-equity ratio: Indicates the proportion of debt used to finance a company's assets. A lower ratio is generally preferred.

• Current ratio: Measures a company's ability to cover its short-term liabilities with its short-term assets. A ratio above 1 is ideal.

• Interest coverage ratio: Shows a company's ability to pay...read more
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Q2. What did you do in your last organisation?
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