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Wholesale Strategy Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Yaswanth Tadikonda

posted on 19 Sep 2015

Interview Questionnaire 

10 Questions

  • Q1. Why do you want to join Nomura?
  • Ans. 

    I am excited about the opportunity to work for a reputable company like Nomura and contribute to its growth.

    • Nomura has a strong reputation in the financial industry and I want to be a part of that

    • I am impressed by Nomura's commitment to innovation and technology

    • I believe my skills and experience align well with the needs of the Wholesale Strategy Analyst role at Nomura

    • I am excited about the potential for professional g

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What are the different segments of IB?
  • Ans. 

    IB stands for Investment Banking which has different segments such as M&A, Equity Capital Markets, Debt Capital Markets, Sales & Trading, and Research.

    • M&A (Merger and Acquisition) - deals with the buying, selling, and merging of companies

    • Equity Capital Markets - deals with the issuance of stocks and other equity-related securities

    • Debt Capital Markets - deals with the issuance of bonds and other debt-related securities

    • S...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What do u think your will be in the given profile?
  • Ans. 

    I believe I will excel in this role by utilizing my analytical skills and experience in wholesale operations.

    • My experience in analyzing sales data and market trends will help me identify opportunities for growth and optimization.

    • I have a strong understanding of wholesale operations and supply chain management, which will enable me to develop effective strategies.

    • I am skilled in using data analysis tools such as Excel a...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Why are u shifting from your engineering background ?
  • Ans. 

    I am shifting from my engineering background to pursue my interest in business and strategy.

    • I have always been interested in the business side of things and have taken courses in business and economics.

    • I have also gained experience in business through internships and extracurricular activities.

    • I believe that my engineering background will be an asset in analyzing data and making informed decisions in the business world...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Why is your CGPA less?
  • Ans. 

    I faced some personal challenges during my studies, but I have learned from them and have improved my skills through internships and extracurricular activities.

    • Faced personal challenges during studies

    • Learned from challenges and improved skills

    • Participated in internships and extracurricular activities to enhance knowledge

    • CGPA does not reflect overall potential or work ethic

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Suggest a way to flipkart owner(one of the interviewers) whether he should acquire Jabong?
  • Q7. Mod(x-10)+mod(x+10)+mod(x-5)+mod(x+5)=30; Solution of X?
  • Ans. 

    Solve for X in the given equation involving modulus function.

    • Use the properties of modulus function to simplify the equation.

    • Solve for X by considering different cases based on the sign of X.

    • Check the solution by substituting it back into the original equation.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q8. If a stick is cut 2 times what is the probability that it would form a triangle?
  • Q9. Want to start a old age home business in 2-3 years in India, What is your approach?
  • Ans. 

    Research market demand, secure funding, find suitable location, hire staff, and obtain necessary licenses.

    • Conduct market research to determine demand for old age homes in the desired location.

    • Secure funding through investors or loans to cover initial costs.

    • Find a suitable location that is easily accessible and has necessary amenities.

    • Hire staff including caretakers, nurses, and administrative personnel.

    • Obtain necessary...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q10. Tell me your background
  • Ans. 

    I have a degree in economics and experience in data analysis and strategy development.

    • Degree in economics

    • Experience in data analysis

    • Strategy development skills

    • Worked as a business analyst at XYZ company

    • Completed internships at ABC and DEF companies

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Interview
Experience: To whatever reply u give they would say that there exists one more company with all the qualities u have previously mentioned that are present in Nomura. They would try to generalize your view and try complicating the situation, In the end they gave me a hypothetical company with all the qualities Nomura has and is better than it and asked whether I would move to it? I said YES!My CGPA was 7.8 and it is considered as less but I have been improving from 1st sem and shown this as how adaptable I have become over a period of time- So prepare for everything; Know your weakness and have valid reasons for itThey expect some Finance in your resume and grill u on that; Resume preparation is a MUST!- It should be explained in IB perspective .
Tips: Be logical, dont be foolish by just repeating your points on and on!

Round: Interview
Experience: Typical M&A case study. The interviewer looks like he is not listening to u he will be chatting/drinking coffee other interviewer will just stare at you.. Be confident on what you say and try to answer all the questions backed by data or assumptions. State them clearly while solving the case studyThey expect some Finance in your resume and grill u on that; Resume preparation is a MUST!- It should be explained in IB perspective
Tips: Listen to Victor Cheng Videos- it's a must!PRACTICE case studies- it doesn't mean that u just read them, ask your friend to be interviewer and start solving the problem.

Round: Interview
Experience: I have drawn the graph and was little confused and trying to understand the logic. The interviewer helped me by removing the two terms and asked its sum, that is when I realized that mod(x-a)+mod(x+a)=2a; So it's a happy ending!They expect some Finance in your resume and grill u on that; Resume preparation is a MUST!- It should be explained in IB perspective
Tips: Prepare basic logic problems and be comfortable while answering the questions; believe that u can get it!

Round: Interview
Experience: They were trying to confuse me in the beginning and it looked like a stress interview; but later they helped me when I am going in the wrong direction. Try to point out all possible factors (write the down!) and explain the reason behind the numbers u have chosenThey expect some Finance in your resume and grill u on that; Resume preparation is a MUST!- It should be explained in IB perspective.
Tips: Know basic figures: like population; working people; old people and popular government schemes,

Round: Interview
Experience: It's a very friendly round. If u have come till this point that means you are selected. they just want to know u more. None my of friends are rejected because of HR round. They just look for confidence and tell you the real problems u generally face in the work and r u okay with it?
Tips: Be normal and be confident.

Skill Tips: "The environment WILL NOT be comfortable but be comfortable and show your confidence"
Skills: Handling Stress situations, Being Logical
College Name: IIT Madras

Wholesale Strategy Analyst Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. If a stick is cut 2 times what is the probability that it would form a triangle?
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Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 30 Jan 2025

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. TMAY Be confident and answer
  • Q2. Why Global markets why nomura
  • Ans. 

    Nomura is a leading global financial services firm with expertise in global markets.

    • Nomura has a strong presence in global markets, offering a wide range of services such as investment banking, asset management, and research.

    • They have a global network of offices and clients, providing opportunities to work on diverse and challenging projects.

    • Nomura's reputation for innovation and excellence in global markets makes it a...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - You would get best perks and salaries but it's not worth your mental peace.
Very unprofessional and incompetent managers.

Top Nomura Holdings Analyst Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. 2. What programming language are you good at?
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Analyst Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. N-th Fibonacci Number Problem Statement 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. Formula: F(n) = F(n-... read more
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Operations Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Ashish Ratnani

posted on 2 Jul 2024

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

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Jun 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. What is your day to day roles and responsibilities
  • Ans. 

    As an Operations Engineer, my day to day responsibilities include monitoring systems, troubleshooting issues, implementing solutions, and collaborating with other teams.

    • Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues as they arise

    • Implement solutions to improve system efficiency and reliability

    • Collaborate with other teams such as developers and network engineers

    • Document processes and procedures for future reference

    • Pa

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is Spanning Tree Protocol?
  • Ans. 

    Spanning Tree Protocol is a network protocol that ensures a loop-free topology for Ethernet networks.

    • Prevents loops in Ethernet networks by blocking redundant paths

    • Designated switches are elected to forward traffic on each segment

    • Uses Bridge Protocol Data Units (BPDUs) to communicate and determine the topology

    • Common implementations include IEEE 802.1D (STP), 802.1w (RSTP), and 802.1s (MSTP)

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Have you ever used BGP
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have experience using BGP in managing network routing.

    • I have configured BGP peering between routers to exchange routing information.

    • I have troubleshooted BGP routing issues to optimize network performance.

    • I have implemented BGP route filtering and policy-based routing.

    • I have worked with BGP communities for traffic engineering purposes.

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Mostly on BGP Protocol
  • Q2. Difference between Packet Switching and Store and Forward Switching
  • Ans. 

    Packet switching involves breaking data into packets for transmission, while store and forward switching involves receiving the entire message before forwarding.

    • Packet switching breaks data into small packets for transmission, allowing for more efficient use of network resources.

    • Store and forward switching receives the entire message before forwarding it to the next destination, which can lead to delays.

    • Packet switchin...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What are output errors
  • Ans. 

    Output errors are errors that occur when data is being sent out of a system or device.

    • Output errors can occur when there is a problem with the transmission of data from a device or system.

    • These errors can result in corrupted or incomplete data being sent to the intended recipient.

    • Examples of output errors include dropped packets in network communication or garbled text in printed documents.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. How to create IPSec Tunnel with CSR
  • Ans. 

    To create an IPSec Tunnel with CSR, you need to configure the necessary settings on both devices.

    • Configure the IPSec settings on the CSR device, including encryption algorithms, authentication methods, and pre-shared keys

    • Ensure that the CSR device has a public IP address and is reachable from the remote device

    • Configure the remote device with matching IPSec settings and establish the tunnel with the CSR device

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Coding Test 

Questions on Collections

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. 2 coding questions
  • Q2. Questions on Collections

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Q1. Sort 0 and 1 Problem Statement Given an integer array ARR of size N containing only integers 0 and 1, implement a function to sort this array. The solution should scan the array only once without using any additional arrays. Input: The firs... read more
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Nomura Holdings interview questions for popular designations

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 (19)

 Financial Analyst

 (4)

 Intern

 (4)

 Wholesale Strategy Analyst

 (3)

 Global Structuring Analyst

 (2)

 Equity Research

 (2)

 Lead Developer

 (2)

 Senior Associate

 (2)

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Types of garbage collectors
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary negotiation

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Q1. Bridge and torch problem : Four people come to a river in the night. There is a narrow bridge, but it can only hold two people at a time. They have one torch and, because it's night, the torch has to be used when crossing the bridge. Person... read more
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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Feb 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. 1st round was virtual round basic queation of core java , design pattern, threading object creation singleton design pattern deep ,threading class level objevt level,collection differances java 8 stream...
  • Q2. Singleton design implementation and deep dive into it
  • Q3. Immutable implementation ,design classes interfaces with certain scenario
Round 2 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Need to visit Nomura office
  • Q2. Data structure questions arraylist linked list stack queue imple
  • Q3. BFS related question
  • Q4. Data structure related questions

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Jobs at Nomura Holdings

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in May 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

Coding Test using Bash scripting and Cloudformation

Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Cloudformation Use case
  • Ans. 

    Cloudformation is a service provided by AWS for infrastructure as code, allowing users to create and manage AWS resources using templates.

    • Automate the creation and management of AWS resources

    • Define infrastructure in a template file using JSON or YAML

    • Easily replicate and scale infrastructure

    • Maintain consistency and reduce human error

    • Rollback changes if needed

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Kubernetes CRDs
  • Q3. Ansible Modules
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Why you look forward to join Investment Bank domain
  • Ans. 

    I look forward to joining the Investment Bank domain for the challenging projects and opportunities for growth.

    • Opportunity to work on complex financial systems

    • Highly regulated environment provides unique challenges

    • Potential for career advancement and learning opportunities

    • Working with cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced environment

  • Answered by AI

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

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

Round 1 - Group Discussion 

Tell me about you self.

Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About the job description
  • Q2. Could you explain the
  • Ans. 

    The question is likely asking the candidate to explain their understanding of financial analysis and how they apply it in their work.

    • Explain the process of financial analysis, including gathering data, analyzing financial statements, and making recommendations based on findings.

    • Discuss the importance of financial analysis in decision-making for businesses and investors.

    • Provide examples of how you have used financial an...

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Numerical reasoning and logical test; difficult

Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why are you interested in nomura
  • Ans. 

    I am interested in Nomura because of its global presence, reputation for innovation, and opportunities for growth.

    • Global presence: Nomura has a strong presence in major financial markets around the world.

    • Reputation for innovation: Nomura is known for its cutting-edge technology and forward-thinking approach.

    • Opportunities for growth: Nomura offers a wide range of career development opportunities and the chance to work o

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why did you choose this division
  • Ans. 

    I chose the Global Markets division for its dynamic environment and opportunities for international exposure.

    • Opportunity to work with diverse markets and clients

    • Chance to gain exposure to different financial instruments and strategies

    • Dynamic and fast-paced work environment

    • Potential for career growth and development

    • Interest in global economics and financial markets

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare your answers well

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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. MVC , C#, ASP.net
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Managerial question

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
-

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

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Good tha bro m doing this because want to check the question for analyst

Round 2 - Coding Test 

Html, css , java evert thing they ask

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Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - sahi tha bro

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Nomura Holdings Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Nomura Holdings interview?
Nomura Holdings interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Nomura Holdings interview process are Technical, One-on-one Round and Resume Shortlist.
How to prepare for Nomura Holdings 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 Nomura Holdings. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Nomura Holdings expect are Investment Banking, Financial Services, Asset Management, Information Technology and Risk Management.
What are the top questions asked in Nomura Holdings interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the Nomura Holdings interview -

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How long is the Nomura Holdings interview process?

The duration of Nomura Holdings interview process can vary, but typically it takes about less than 2 weeks to complete.

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