Upload Button Icon Add office photos

Filter interviews by

NatWest Markets Analyst Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 5 Jul 2021

NatWest Markets Analyst Interview Experiences

1 interview found

Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 5 Jul 2021

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Jan 2021. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. 1.Introduction and basic conversation.
  • Ans. One can give basic introduction of themselves. If u have experience add it otherwise dont
  • Answered Anonymously
  • Q2. No technical questions were asked but i do remember a question that was.. What do u think Natwest is doing in india?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident.. If u are a fresher no technical questions will be asked just one on one conversation will be there and few basic questions regarding the company will be asked..

Interview questions from similar companies

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

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Oct 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(9 Questions)

  • Q1. What are diiferent types of securities?
  • Ans. 

    Different types of securities include stocks, bonds, options, and mutual funds.

    • Stocks represent ownership in a company

    • Bonds are debt securities issued by governments or corporations

    • Options give the holder the right to buy or sell an asset at a specified price

    • Mutual funds pool money from multiple investors to invest in a diversified portfolio

    • Other types include ETFs, futures, and derivatives

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is Capital markets?
  • Ans. 

    Capital markets are financial markets where long-term debt or equity-backed securities are bought and sold.

    • Capital markets facilitate the buying and selling of long-term financial instruments such as stocks and bonds.

    • They provide a platform for companies and governments to raise funds for various projects and initiatives.

    • Investors can trade securities in the capital markets to earn returns on their investments.

    • Examples...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What are Corporate actions?
  • Ans. 

    Corporate actions are events initiated by a public company that can affect its stock price or ownership structure.

    • Corporate actions include dividends, stock splits, mergers, acquisitions, spin-offs, and rights issues.

    • These actions can impact shareholders by changing the value of their investments or the number of shares they own.

    • Investors need to stay informed about corporate actions to make informed decisions about th

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. If bonus declared by company then its effect on company's balance sheet (basically journal)?
  • Q5. If bond fv 100 issued at discount at 98 and giving fixed return @ 10%, then what is actual rate of return is it more or less than 10% and method is used for its calculation what it is called?
  • Ans. 

    The actual rate of return is more than 10% due to the bond being issued at a discount. The method used for its calculation is Yield to Maturity (YTM).

    • Bond issued at discount means the actual rate of return is higher than the fixed rate.

    • Yield to Maturity (YTM) is used to calculate the actual rate of return on a bond.

    • YTM takes into account the bond's current market price, par value, coupon payments, and time to maturity.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. If company declared dividend but not paid, then its effect on balance sheet of holder of shares?
  • Ans. 

    If a company declares a dividend but does not pay it, the balance sheet of the shareholder will show an increase in their retained earnings and a corresponding decrease in their cash or assets.

    • The shareholder's equity will increase by the amount of the declared dividend.

    • The company's liabilities will also increase by the same amount until the dividend is paid.

    • The shareholder will see an increase in their retained earni...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. Mutual fund boughts shares, its journal on trade date and settlement date?
  • Ans. 

    Mutual fund buys shares on trade date and settles on settlement date.

    • Mutual fund purchases shares on the trade date, which is the date the transaction is executed.

    • Settlement date is the date on which the mutual fund actually pays for the shares and receives ownership.

    • The journal entry on the trade date would debit the investment account and credit the cash account.

    • The journal entry on the settlement date would reverse ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q8. Types of Investment opportunities?
  • Ans. 

    Investment opportunities include stocks, bonds, real estate, commodities, and startups.

    • Stocks - buying shares of a company

    • Bonds - lending money to a corporation or government

    • Real estate - purchasing property for rental income or appreciation

    • Commodities - investing in physical goods like gold or oil

    • Startups - funding early-stage companies in exchange for equity

  • Answered by AI
  • Q9. What is derivatives and different types?
  • Ans. 

    Derivatives are financial instruments whose value is derived from an underlying asset or group of assets.

    • Types of derivatives include futures, options, swaps, and forwards.

    • Futures contracts obligate the buyer to purchase an asset at a specific price on a future date.

    • Options give the buyer the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell an asset at a predetermined price within a specified timeframe.

    • Swaps involve the e...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident in giving answers.
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Nov 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Only we can determine how easy it was.

Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Can you 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 from XYZ University.

    • I have 3 years of experience working as a data analyst at ABC Company.

    • I am proficient in using statistical software such as R and Python for data analysis.

    • I have a proven track record of delivering actionable insights to drive business decisions.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. They ask about your work experience?
  • Q3. Based on your work experience, what questions do you expect to be asked?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Having a referral at Standard Chartered Bank makes the process significantly easier.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Basics round aptitude questions and hr related

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Resume related only nothing extra.
  • Q2. Some technical questions based on resume
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Banking related and communication skills along with technical

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is lending process
  • Ans. 

    Lending process involves the steps taken by financial institutions to evaluate, approve, and disburse loans to borrowers.

    • Borrower submits loan application with required documents

    • Financial institution evaluates borrower's creditworthiness

    • Loan is approved or denied based on evaluation

    • If approved, terms and conditions are set including interest rate and repayment schedule

    • Funds are disbursed to borrower

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is australian market
  • Ans. 

    The Australian market refers to the financial market in Australia where securities are bought and sold.

    • The Australian market includes the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) where stocks, bonds, and other securities are traded.

    • It is influenced by factors such as the country's economic performance, government policies, and global market trends.

    • Key industries in the Australian market include mining, finance, healthcare,...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - x
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Accounting entries for Bond
  • Ans. 

    Accounting entries for bonds involve recording the issuance, interest expense, and amortization of premium or discount.

    • Record issuance of bonds at face value as a liability and cash received as an asset

    • Recognize interest expense over time using effective interest rate method

    • Amortize premium or discount on bonds using straight-line or effective interest rate method

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is Credit Default Swap
  • Ans. 

    A Credit Default Swap (CDS) is a financial derivative contract that allows an investor to hedge against the risk of default on a debt instrument.

    • CDS is essentially a form of insurance against the default of a borrower or issuer of a debt security.

    • The buyer of a CDS makes periodic payments to the seller in exchange for protection against default on a specified debt obligation.

    • If the borrower defaults, the seller of the ...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be clear with Bond Concepts and IFRS knowledge
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. OOPS abstraction
  • Q2. Palindrome question
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
More than 8 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Mar 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Why do you like your current job?
  • Ans. 

    I enjoy the challenging projects and the opportunity to learn and grow in my current job.

    • I am constantly challenged with new projects that allow me to expand my skills and knowledge.

    • I have a supportive team that encourages collaboration and growth.

    • I appreciate the opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Pretty laid back interview
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

It was easy and not difficult

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Describe yourself, strength, weakness

NatWest Markets Interview FAQs

How to prepare for NatWest Markets Analyst interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at NatWest Markets. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at NatWest Markets expect are Stakeholder Management, Analysis, Agile, Automation and Business Strategy.

Tell us how to improve this page.

People are getting interviews through

based on 1 NatWest Markets interview
Company Website
100%
Low Confidence
?
Low Confidence means the data is based on a small number of responses received from the candidates.

Analyst Interview Questions from Similar Companies

UBS Analyst Interview Questions
4.0
 • 11 Interviews
View all
NatWest Markets Analyst Salary
based on 67 salaries
₹2.8 L/yr - ₹8.3 L/yr
6% less than the average Analyst Salary in India
View more details

NatWest Markets Analyst Reviews and Ratings

based on 8 reviews

3.4/5

Rating in categories

3.2

Skill development

3.6

Work-Life balance

2.4

Salary & Benefits

3.7

Job Security

3.6

Company culture

2.4

Promotions/Appraisal

3.4

Work Satisfaction

Explore 8 Reviews and Ratings
Senior Analyst
424 salaries
unlock blur

₹3 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr

Associate
145 salaries
unlock blur

₹7.2 L/yr - ₹26.2 L/yr

Associate Vice President
113 salaries
unlock blur

₹14.4 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr

Vice President
72 salaries
unlock blur

₹22.5 L/yr - ₹75 L/yr

Analyst
67 salaries
unlock blur

₹2.8 L/yr - ₹8.3 L/yr

Explore more salaries
Compare NatWest Markets with

Barclays Investment Bank

3.9
Compare

JP Morgan Securities

4.0
Compare

Goldman Sachs

3.6
Compare

Morgan Stanley

3.7
Compare

Calculate your in-hand salary

Confused about how your in-hand salary is calculated? Enter your annual salary (CTC) and get your in-hand salary
Did you find this page helpful?
Yes No
write
Share an Interview