Mordor Intelligence Senior Research Analyst Interview Questions and Answers

Core finance questions along with puzzles and case studies.

Q1. Can beta be negative?
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Yes, beta can be negative in finance when the asset moves in the opposite direction of the market.
• Beta measures the volatility of an asset in relation to the market. A negative beta indicates that the asset moves in the opposite direction of the market.

• Assets with negative betas are considered to be defensive investments, as they tend to perform well when the market is declining.

• For example, gold is often considered to...read more
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Q1. What is research analyst role
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Q2. What is M&A how to analyse
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Financial modeling questions.

Q1. Difference between direct and indirect cost
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Direct costs are expenses that can be directly attributed to a specific project or activity, while indirect costs are expenses that cannot be directly attributed to a specific project or activity.
• Direct costs are typically variable costs, such as labor and materials, that increase or decrease with the level of activity.

• Indirect costs are typically fixed costs, such as rent and utilities, that do not vary with the level...read more
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Q2. Cashflow,relative valuation
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The Topic was Climate Change among a group of 10 people

Writing Assignment topics were climate change, Electric Vehicles or Elections 2024

Q1. HR just asked if we know about the company and the role and when can we start work. Also provided basic information about the job
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Q1. What data will you gather to advise a company to whether launch their gastric oncology drug in market or not
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Q2. What do i know about the company
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Q3. What do i know about market research
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Market research involves gathering and analyzing information about target markets, customers, and competitors to make informed business decisions.
• Market research helps businesses understand their target market and customer needs

• It involves collecting data through surveys, interviews, focus groups, and data analysis

• Market research helps businesses identify opportunities for growth and make informed decisions on product
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Q4. How good am i with Microsoft Excel
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Q1. What are the number of dental chairs in pune
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Q2. What other approaches can i take to find out number of dental chairs in pune
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Q3. What do i know about market research
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Market research involves gathering and analyzing information about target markets and consumers to make informed business decisions.
• Market research helps businesses understand their target audience and competitors

• It involves collecting data through surveys, interviews, focus groups, and analyzing trends

• The information gathered is used to make strategic decisions on product development, pricing, and marketing strategies
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Q4. Have i read any recent reports on marketsandmarkets website
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Yes, I have read recent reports on marketsandmarkets website.
• I regularly visit marketsandmarkets website for industry insights

• I have read reports on market trends, forecasts, and analysis

• I find the reports on marketsandmarkets website to be informative and helpful
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Q1. Tell me about yourself
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I am a dedicated and detail-oriented research associate with a strong background in conducting experiments and analyzing data.
• Completed a Bachelor's degree in Biology with a focus on genetics

• Experience working in a research lab conducting experiments and collecting data

• Proficient in data analysis software such as SPSS and Excel

• Published research findings in peer-reviewed journals
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Q2. What are market research techniques
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Market research techniques are methods used to gather information about target markets, customers, and competitors.
• Surveys: Gathering data through questionnaires or interviews with target audiences.

• Focus groups: Small groups of people provide feedback on products or services.

• Observational research: Watching and recording consumer behavior in real-life settings.

• Competitor analysis: Studying competitors' products, pricin...read more
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